Parkerise metal workpiece

Description

Prevent steel or iron workpieces from rusting and other corrosion by applying a protective phosphate conversion coating to the metal surface through an improved zinc or manganese phosphating process instead of the common iron one. Phosphate coatings are usually applied to firearms or car bodies in their manufacturing process.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 0 occupations
  • Optional in 2 occupations
  • Total: 2 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 8 (Plant and machine operators, and assemblers)

Optional for

  • Rustproofer
    Rustproofers use the proper equipment and machinery to provide metal workpieces with a hard, durable finishing coat, composed of specific chemical formulas, that prevents or delays…
  • Surface engineer
    A Surface Engineer specializes in modifying and improving the properties of material surfaces to enhance their performance, durability, and appearance. Their work focuses on protec…

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Last updated on February 18, 2026

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