biotechnology
metal finishing
Biotechnology offers innovative solutions for various aspects of metal finishing processes, including surface preparation, plating, corrosion protection, and waste treatment.
Biotechnological applications for metal finishing
Microbial Pretreatment:
Microorganisms can be employed to clean metal surfaces before plating or coating processes. Bio-based cleaners containing specific enzymes or microbial consortia can effectively remove organic contaminants, oils, and greases from metal substrates, preparing them for subsequent treatment.
Electroplating with Biological
Catalysts: Enzymes and microbial cells can serve as biological catalysts for electroplating processes. This approach reduces the need for toxic or expensive chemicals traditionally used in electroplating.
Biodegradable Chelating Agents:
Chelating agents derived from biological sources offer eco-friendly alternatives to traditional synthetic chemicals for metal ion removal and surface cleaning.
Biotechnological treatments in industrial applications
Metal finishing biotechnology involves the application of biological processes to enhance or replace traditional chemical-based methods in metal finishing processes.
This field harnesses the power of microorganisms, enzymes, and other biological agents to achieve various objectives such as metal plating, corrosion protection, surface cleaning, and waste treatment in industrial applications.
Real-Time Monitoring
and Control
Biotechnological approaches can be integrated with sensor technologies and automation systems to monitor and control metal finishing processes in real-time. Biosensors employing microbial cells or enzymes as sensing elements can detect metal ions or process parameters, enabling timely adjustments to optimize efficiency and product quality.omponents.
Biofilm Formation for Corrosion Protection
Microbial biofilms can be engineered to form protective layers on metal surfaces, reducing corrosion rates and extending the lifespan of metal components. Biofilm-forming bacteria or extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) produced by microorganisms can create a barrier against corrosive agents, enhancing the durability of metal structures in harsh environments.
technical resources
You’ll find product information, reactive metals information, corrosion charts, calculators and much more in the TITAN Technical Resource Center.
