PVD Coating Technology - Synopsis of physical vapour deposition, a plasma based coating process. The site outlines the theory, technology and applications. Plasma Quest Ltd - Develops novel and commercially viable technologies for the use of high intensity gas plasmas, mainly for the sputtering of thin films and for surface engineering. Surface Technology Support - Provides consultants for most aspects of surface engineering and treatments. The consultancy has extensive analytical back-up to support and undertakes research and development programmes in surface engineering. Nature of Thermal Spray Coatings - Information on thermal spray coatings. Bonding, coating structure, stress, properties and porosity. PVD Coatings and Vacuum Technology - Discussion forum about thin films and coatings technology based in vacuum surface treatments (plasma treatment, PVD and CVD coating technology). Atlanta Chemical Engineering - Provides information on a recently developed microwave active composition (patent pending) with high potential to be utilized in the chemical process industry. Industrial Coatings World - Provides information in an easy-to-understand format, for designers and equipment manufacturers, about preventing wear, friction, corrosion or sticking, before they choose their next coating. Spanish Network on Surface Engineering and Thin Films - The network aims to promote synergy between industry and science in the technology areas related to the study and development of surface treatments. English and Spanish. Rheologic - Providers of predictive software tools for optimizing coating, web handling and drying processes.