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Wire rope
Wire rope is a load-bearing machine element made of steel wires twisted into strands around a central core, used in cranes, lifts, mine hoisting, bridges, and mooring systems.
Wood drying
Wood drying, also called seasoning, is the process of removing water from wood after the tree is felled, to prevent decay, shrinkage, and warp in service.
Wood finishing
Wood finishing, also called wood polishing, is the application of coatings such as paint, varnish, stain, oil, wax, or lacquer to protect wood and give it a desired appearance.
Wood preservation
Wood preservation, also called timber treatment or pressure treatment, protects wood from decay fungi, insects, and marine borers, greatly extending the service life of wood structures.
Zinc electroplating
Zinc electroplating is the electrodeposition of a zinc layer onto iron or steel, protecting it by barrier action and by corroding in preference to exposed steel.