Understanding Anodizing: A Journey with Anne Deacon Juhl - Part 1

In part one of a two part series, Mark, George & Tej sit down with Anne Deacon Juhl and discuss the anodizing industry, exploring her journey, visionary perspectives, unique expertise, and the challenges and opportunities within the field. We delve into the importance of education, sustainability, and customer relations, while also addressing misconceptions and defining what makes a world-class anodizer. This discussion highlights regional variations in practices and emphasizes the need for a more open and innovative approach to anodizing. In this conversation, the crew discuss the significance of collaboration in the anodizing industry, the increasing involvement of women, and the technical aspects of pulse anodizing. We explore how pulse anodizing can enhance efficiency and energy savings, while also engaging with the next generation of professionals eager to learn and innovate in the field in part two. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of pulse anodizing, discussing its benefits, the Scandinavian optimization process, and the importance of consistency and education in anodizing operations. We explore the readiness for implementing pulse anodizing, the translation of lab recipes to production, and the value of being part of anodizing organizations. Our discussion emphasizes the need for a structured approach to anodizing to meet customer demands and improve efficiency.

 

About The Alumnium Anodizers Council

The Aluminum Anodizers Council (AAC) is the international trade association of firms engaged in aluminum anodizing and whose mission it is to support members and users of anodized aluminum through education, advocacy and promotion.

AAC is a progressive and influential industry force, a reputation proudly earned through years of dedication, commitment, and involvement by its members. Members gain exposure to non-members and potential customers through the AAC brand.

https://www.anodizing.org/

About Anne Deacon Juhl

Passion for anodizing and aluminum surface finish 

For 25 years my professional life has centered around aluminum and anodizing. 

Anodizing has great advantages.

Firstly, it is the most sustainable surface finish of aluminum out there.

Secondly, anodizing (when done right) can make aluminum parts last a lifetime. A benefit to both you, your customers and the environment.

And thirdly, anodizing can make your products, buildings, airplanes etc. look beautiful.

I’ve seen almost everything that can go wrong in the anodizing process, or when you order parts from an anodizer and haven’t gotten your specifications right. 

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/annedeaconjuhl/

AluConsult - A Knowledge-based Company AluConsult is an engineering consultancy company that was set up by Anne Deacon Juhl, on 1st March 1999. During her first assignment, she joined one of the leading Danish companies specializing in anodizing, where she was employed for three years, as Quality Assurance & Development and Research Manager. In order to accomplish AluConsult's vision, i.e. to become a competent, professional sparring partner assisting the aluminum industry, Anne Deacon Juhl decided to devote all her time to AluConsult as from Summer 2002. Since then, she has been involved in highly stimulating aluminum projects, international networking and a wide array of activities which have familiarized her with the companies operating in the aluminum industry. To be internationally involved a move to San Diego, California was done during the period 2008 - 2009. Here AluConsult LLC was started in order to create value for our clients through knowledge and openness. After 10 years of consultancy for AluConsult, Anne Deacon Juhl, worked fulltime as ME and Supervisor for the Surface Treatment department at Terma Aerostructure. Here new knowledge and a lot of great hands on experience was gained with chromic acid anodizing and chemical milling of aluminum, passivation of stainless steel, which were all some of the processes done by Terma Aerostructure. Now back in business as fulltime consultant for the world wide aluminum industry Anne Deacon Juhl wants to fulfill her life mission to help companies use aluminum at its optimum.

https://aluconsult.com/