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CO2-Reducing Pretreatment Solutions and Zinc Flake Coatings

The pretreatment process includes a low-temperature, long life cleaner, near neutral pH descale, zirconium pretreatment and ambient temperature adhesion promoter. 
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Finishing Systems Provider Celebrates 150 Years, Looks to Future

From humble beginnings as an Indiana-based tin shop, Koch Finishing Systems has evolved into one of the most trusted finishing equipment providers in the industry.

Robots, AI and Superb BMW Surfaces

There isn’t an automotive paint shop in the world that doesn’t have post-paint inspection and defect processing. But BMW is doing this with levels of technology at a plant in Germany that exceed all other paint shops in the world.
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Shedding Light on Surface Inspection

State-of-the-art reflector-based lighting system improves luminosity and ergonomics for surface inspection tasks while reducing energy usage.
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Masking Solutions Provider CFS Dramatically Expands Capabilities and Capacity

Custom Fabrication & Supplies (CFS) completed a new plant expansion packing 10 times the capacity into twice the space. It dramatically enhances the supplier’s custom capabilities to provide extremely precise and cost-effective masking solutions.

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Smart Automotive Paint Booths: Embracing Industry 4.0

Automation, digitization, connectivity, remote process management tools help automakers, suppliers paint parts, vehicles at lower cost, reduced carbon footprint.
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Growth Through Collaboration, Year After Year

Micron Metal Finishing, a job shop based in the south suburbs of Chicago, is a veteran of the Top Shops program. The shop’s co-owners walk through the shop’s growth over the years.
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Episode 41: An Interview with Holly Gottfredson, Finishing Dynamics, American Metalcraft Inc.

On the Line explores gender roles in manufacturing and finishing, and the importance of education in fostering a workforce for the future of the industry.
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Choosing Paint for Fast-Paced, Extra Slip, High Temp Applications

Choosing Paint for Fast-Paced, Extra Slip, High Temp Applications

Many industrial applications require coatings that not only offer corrosion resistance and aesthetics, but provide additional attributes such as heat resistance and quick drying properties. This helpful clinic offers a few examples. 

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Advantages of UV-LED Spot Curing for Collision Repair

Carlisle Fluid Technologies’ Jacob Fortmeyer shares advantages, considerations and important equipment features for the UV-LED curing process.  
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Changing From Liquid to Powder Coating

Will the powder coating perform better than your liquid system? Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert discusses considerations you should consider when making the switch.
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Optimizing Your Liquid Electrostatic System

For your electrostatic process to work consistently, there are three primary items to check: voltage at the applicator, part grounding, and compatibility of the coating material. John Owed of Carlisle Fluid Technologies walks you through the process.
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The Best Method for Coating Full-Size Aircraft

John Owed from Carlisle Fluid Technologies analyzes the difference between using air-assisted airless, air spray and other technologies for coating a full-size aircraft. Which is better?
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Justifying Investments in Automation and Smart Solutions

Corey Sorrento of Carlisle Fluid Technologies discusses the long-term benefits and payoffs for investing in AI-driven technologies for your paint line. 
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The Positive (and Negative) On Airflow

Jeremy Winters of Accudraft Paint Booths shares how solvent and water-based coatings are affected by a paint booth’s airflow.
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Mitigating Inconsistencies From Liquid Coating Tank Changes

Mike Bonner of Saint Clair Systems discusses strategies for keeping liquid coatings homogenous and mitigating inconsistencies when changing process drums.
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Reducing Contamination in Your Finishing Application

Justin Hooper of Carlisle Fluid Technologies offers insights for mitigating defects when using 2K urethane paint.
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INNOVATIONS IN LIQUID COATING TECHNOLOGY

PPG Unveils Copper-Free Antifouling Coating

Nexeon 810 surface technology delivers emissions savings.

Sherwin-Williams releases printed metal coil coatings collection

New Sherwin-Williams coil coatings collection aims to bring an enhanced look of natural building materials for architectural applications. 

New Technology for High-Definition Color Shifting

Kameleon FX Packs in five color combinations are easy to use and provide a clean color shift.  

Faster Air Drying Primer Saves Body Shops Time, Energy

PPG's DP7000 Air Dry Primer can help save time and energy in the automotive refinish market in the EMEA region.

Matte Coating for Refinish, Industrial Aftermarkets

The low premium, low-gloss urethane protective coating is durable and flexible.

Water-based Floor Paint Enables Multiple Coats in a Day

HydroPro Floor Paint has a water-based formulation that uses crosslinking technology, making painting floors faster and easier.