A. Chromium Corporation is the leader in the hard chrome plating industry. Constant research and development and the most modern equipment as well as the hardest chrome in the industry create not only higher prices, but greater quality, extended service life and performance. When calculating life cycle cost, Chromium's is the lowest cost with the highest value. A. Chrome liners typically have twice the service life of cast iron liners.
Variables affecting service life include the type of operations and the engine maintenance program.
Chromium Corporation uses a mechanically induced method of attaining and measuring porosity. Mechanically induced porosity uses a controlled grit size as well as controlled speed of blasting head, spindle and table. Different porosities are administered to liners providing different finishes based on engine requirements. The amount of chrome deposited varies with each type of liner. Chrome can be plated on chrome on small bore and large bore liners with special precautionary measures enforced.