AIFM - Surface treatment for jewelry, goldsmithing and fashion accessories between tradition and innovation

The current economic scenario is imposing a deep reflection on the production dynamics of the luxury sector. With precious metals prices now consistently sky-high, the jewelry and fashion accessories industries are facing unprecedented challenges: combining aesthetic excellence with cost optimization and process sustainability.

In this context, finishing is no longer just the last step in production, but a strategic lever to add value to the product.

Industry experts will present the most recent advances in the field of surface treatment and finishing, exploring the delicate balance between traditional know-how and cutting-edge technologies, with particular reference to: Advanced Coating Technologies - Sustainability and Green Chemistry - Surface Optimization - Thickness and Quality Control.

Speakers: 

INNOVATION AND NEW SURFACE TREATMENTS TO COMBAT THE RISING COSTS OF PRECIOUS METALS

Massimo Innocenti, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry “Ugo Schiff”; University of Florence

The rising cost of precious metals is forcing continuous research and innovation to minimize waste and maximize recovery. By combining the technical expertise of Italian goldsmiths with advances in electrodeposition and surface treatments, it would be possible to turn this challenging period into an opportunity for growth.

This presentation will introduce new solutions for deposition, treatment, and recovery of precious metals in the jewelry and fashion accessories sectors, along with emerging research directions aimed at maximizing yield and improving corrosion resistance.

GOLD ANALYSIS WITH X-RAY FLUORESCENCE (XRF): HOW TO OBTAIN RELIABLE MEASUREMENTS AND AVOID THE MOST COMMON ERRORS

Mario Savona, Sales Technician, Helmut Fischer Italia

During the presentation, it will be explained how to perform precise XRF analyses on gold while avoiding the most common mistakes. The discussion will cover how proper sample preparation affects results, the importance of correct instrument calibration, and how to obtain reliable measurements through repeated analyses.

Practical examples specifically designed for the jewelry sector will also be shared.

Event in Italian - no simultaneous translation provided