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Unique and Evolving Electroplating Training

Offering a standard online course as well as on-site custom courses, this training firm uses student feedback to continuously improve its courses to reach industry training needs.    

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The Role of Surface Finishing in Modern Manufacturing: Trends and Best Practices

The entire manufacturing process for any part can benefit from considering the final finish early in the process. This article discusses trends in surface finishing with the goal of facilitating better communication with potential partners.

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Workforce Education is Never Finished

Educational initiatives in the industry offer training/learning opportunities for professionals who are entering the industry to seasoned employees as well as introductory programs for high school and college students.

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PPG supports AMPP's EMERG Programs for future innovators

PPG contribution will support several AMPP programs designed to foster education and innovation in coatings and corrosion.

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Workforce Education and the Future of the Industry

The future workforce is a top concern for industry leaders today and training those who will take the reins is imperative.

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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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Powder Coating Week 2024 Offers Education and Networking

On March 11-13, 2024, this event for powder coaters will combine training, presentations, technical sessions, tabletop exhibits, roundtable discussions, expert panels and social activities. 

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CCAI Finishing Education Foundation Receives Grant From PPG Foundation

CCAI FEF received a grant from the PPG Foundation to support its summer camp initiative.

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Electroless Nickel Conference 2023 to Bring EN Professionals Together

ENC 2023, a three-day conference featuring electroless nickel education and networking opportunities, is scheduled for September 26-28, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisc.

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Electroless Nickel Conference 2023: Learn, Solve, Network

The Electroless Nickel Conference 2023 takes place Sept. 26-29th in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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CCAI Updates Technical Manuals

The Chemical Coaters Association International is updating two of its technical manuals.

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AESF Congratulates Certified Electroplater Finishers

AESF congratulates the recipients of the electroplater finisher certificates.

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Gema Celebrates PCI, Gema Scholarship Recipient

Gema is part of the PCI Scholarship Program which awards students interested in the powder coating industry.

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CCAI FEF Celebrates 2023 Student Scholarship Recipients

The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation has awarded its 2023 scholarships to seven recipients.

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PCI Names 2023 Scholarship Recipients

PCI has named the recipients of its 2023 scholarship program.

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PPG Partnership Provides Funding for STEM Learning, Exploration

A partnership between PPG and AdoptAClassroom.org is helping provide and promote STEM education in 10 surrounding schools.

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Take Advantage of Finishing Industry Educational Opportunities

Looking into training opportunities within the industry? Here’s some advice to help you seek out finishing industry education and make the most of it.

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Looking to the Future of Finishing

Products Finishing takes a look at some of the ways the finishing industry is investing in workforce development and educational initiatives.

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Episode 31: An Interview with Matthew Kirchner, LAB Midwest

PF columnist and host of the TechEd Podcast Matthew Kirchner, president of LAB Midwest, discusses the latest in workforce trends in the manufacturing and finishing industries.

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ECOAT24 Issues Call for Speakers

Don't miss your chance to apply to speak at ECOAT24. Submit your abstract by June 26, 2023.

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Axalta Helps Inspire Women to Pursue STEM at Saint Joseph’s University

Investment supports John P. McNulty Program for Leadership in Science and Mathematics and related scholarships.

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40 Under 40: Class of 2023

Products Finishing's 40 under 40 program recognizes nominated individuals driving the surface industry forward. Meet the class of 2023.

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Celebrating Powder Coating

Products Finishing reflects on Powder Coating Week 2023 and the importance of powder coating in the finishing industry.

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Adjusting Current and Voltage When Powder Coating

Which manual powder coating gun setting is better to adjust, voltage or current? Jeff Hale of Gema USA discusses when to use different settings on your powder gun to achieve optimal results.

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