The Real Coatings Delivery Problems
Liquid delivery systems can have a lack of agitation, too much agitation, no coatings temperature control, and no coatings circulation. Read Sames’ Steve Romer’s solutions for these problems in this Liquid Clinic.
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ABB, ESS collaboration to enhance automotive paint shop operations
Together, ABB and Engineering Software Steyr GmbH are developing simulation tools that aim to reduce a shop’s costs, emissions production and improve overall efficiencies.
Read MoreProtech Group Acquires Caldwell Chemical Coatings
The Protech Group has acquired Caldwell’s industrial coatings business and assets, maintaining operations in Fayetteville, Tennessee.
Read MoreMichigan Metrology Presents "Surface Roughness, Texture and Tribology" Course
Registration is open for the annual in-person short course from Michigan Metrology, taking place May 7-8, 2025, in Livonia, Michigan.
Read MoreRegistration Opens for STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition
The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers welcomes engineers, researchers, academics and suppliers to take part in the technical event May 18-22, 2025.
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Safety Air Gun Offers Variable Force for Industrial Use
Exair’s TurboBlast Safety Air Gun is designed to tackle the toughest cleaning and blowoff applications in industrial settings.
Read MoreEPDM Plasma System Effectively Pretreats Auto Surfaces
Plasmatreat introduces a space-saving version of its EPDM station, offering clean, precise surface pretreatment to improve adhesive and varnish adhesion.
Read MoreAdditional Solvent Cleaning System Variants Tailored for Diverse Requirements
Ecoclean introduces the L and XL model variants to its EcoCcompact line, addressing the varied needs of the general industry.
Read MoreTungsten Carbide Powders Enable Hard Coating Capabilities
Wall Colmonoy introduces WallCarb HVOF powders, designed for dense coatings with wear and corrosion resistance.
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The Future of Hard Chrome: Pioneering Innovations for Sustainable Solutions
Although useful, chromic acid and other compounds that contain hexavalent chromium ions are highly toxic and carcinogenic. However, one company has developed an alternative for the hard chrome process that achieves thick, conformal coatings with wear and fatigue resistance comparable or superior to hexavalent chromium-based systems.
Read More2024 in Review — PF Looks Back on the Year's Biggest Industry Topics and Trends
From regulatory challenges to technology innovations, Products Finishing looks back at the finishing industry stories of 2024.
Read MoreMaximize Your Racking Efficiency and Quality
Best practices for racking parts in surface finishing operations.
Read MoreTesting Safe Alternative Conversion Coatings
A joint test protocol was developed by a hex chrome-free consortium to best evaluate the most recent commercially available alternative conversion coatings. This article reveals the findings.
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How to Choose a Paint Spray Gun
Application speed, improved transfer efficiency and finish quality are essential characteristics to consider when searching for the best liquid paint spray gun for an application.
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Masking Solutions for Medical Applications
According to Custom Fabricating and Supplies, a cleanroom is ideal for converting, die cutting, laminating, slitting, packaging and assembly of medical-grade products.
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Combating Zinc Growth in Plating Baths
A better way to mitigate zinc growth in chloride zinc and zinc-nickel plating baths is the use of membrane anodes.
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Top Shop Builds Original Systems for Coating Medical Devices
Engineers at Surgical Coatings in Colorado have been ingeniously developing their own equipment, automation, processes and software since this powder coater’s inception in 1995.
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Products Finishing Index Shows Improvement as New Orders Strengthen
Growing automotive demand and rising future expectations point to a stronger 2025.
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5 Common Electroplating Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Electroplating requires adherence to process control and maintenance procedures — here are some common missteps to avoid.
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Experts
Reduction of Defects
Having trouble with inconsistent film builds or defects when powder coating? Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert offers some advice for troubleshooting your process.
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Using Solvents to Your Advantage
With so many solvent variations it can be different to choose the ones you need for your liquid coating process. In this helpful Products Finishing Ask the Expert article, Don Boespflug of Sherwin-Williams discusses the considerations you should keep in mind when selecting a solvent.
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Get in the Lab: Investing in Automation
Looking to upgrade your coating process and possibly invest in automation solutions? This helpful Ask the Expert article from Tom Brown of Carlisle Fluid Technologies offers advice for doing your research and working with your equipment supplier.
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Podcast/Videos
Episode 50: An Interview with Andrew Kossowski, Veterans Metal
Products Finishing interviews Veterans Metal owner Andrew Kossowski to hear the latest about the company’s transformation from a traditional metal finishing job shop to a state-of-the-art finishing operation utilizing the latest in software and automation solutions.
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Episode 49: An Interview with Darren Williams, Professor of Chemistry
PF Senior Editor Lori Beckman interviews Parts Cleaning Conference co-chair, Darren Williams. They discuss highlights from the 2024 conference, industrial parts cleaning trends and current regulations.
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Episode 48: An Interview With Louis Lebrun, Axine Water Technologies
PF's On the Line podcast explores an electrochemical oxidation technology designed to eliminate PFAS compounds.
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Bonus Podcast: Paul Skelton, NASF Palmetto Southeast Chapter
An overview of the NASF Palmetto Southeast Chapter 16th Annual Fall Conference — Oct. 9-10, 2024 at Folly Beach, S.C.
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An Altruistic Growth Strategy Puts People First
Professional Plating emphasizes investing in its team and fostering a supportive environment on the shop floor.
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TTX’s Automated Conveyor Carrier System Offers Wireless, Flexible Operation
ACC system designed for reliable, consistent point-to-point movement of everything from small to heavy parts.
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