Study Reveals Industry Barriers to Phase Out Cadmium
INDEPENDENCE, OH – A new survey from SIFCO Applied Surface Concepts (ASC) highlights aerospace specifications and prime’s requirements as the main barriers to the phase-out of cadmium in the U.S. aerospace industry, and suggests more clarity on the topic is still needed.
In recent years, there has been speculation that the U.S. aerospace industry will phase out cadmium by 2023. However, the survey found that only 23% of respondents think they will actually be cadmium-free within the next five years. What’s more, just under half of respondents performing corrosion protection touch-ups and repairs do not feel that they have the necessary resources to make an informed decision on a cadmium alternative. When asked why, 100% cited “lack of credible resources and documentation.”