Lumps are common enamel defects, which are characterised by rounded raised areas with typically a diameter between 3 to 12 mm.
Identification of enameling defects
Identifying the correct type of enamel defect is the first & perhaps most important step when troubleshooting industrial enameling processes. Analyzing enameling defects with digital...
Blisters
Blisters are a common enamel defect, which is characterized by appearance of circular holes & bubbles in a cooled enameled surface.
Fishscaling of porcelain/vitreous enamel coatings
Fishscaling is an enameling defect, which is characterized by small enamel particles chipping off.
Troubleshooting enameling operations
Large manufacturer of enameled cookware experienced substantial rework & reject rates and asked DTC to assist with troubleshooting their enameling operations. (more…)
Troubleshooting enameling defects
Resolving enameling defects during an industrial manufacturing process requires a structured three steps approach. Step IIdentify the right defect.This may sound silly, but it is...