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Ken Gatchel, former AESF President, Passes

Gatchel was the AESF national president in 1997-98, the third to be elected from the Grand Rapids Branch since the society's founding in 1909. He served 10 years on the AESF national board of directors.

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basics

Better Alloy Control of Alkaline Zinc Nickel Baths

The factors that influence nickel content in deposits from alkaline non-cyanide zinc nickel baths.

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marine

Smooth Sailing for Liquid Finisher

With new technology, a boat yard improves production efficiency and enhances finish quality.

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nasf

NASF Report: Jan. 2017

The proposed rule requires businesses to secure bonds, insurance or self-assure cleanup costs mandated by the EPA.

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MP100 Tube Mirror Polishing Machine Assures Perfectly Polished Surface

New polisher from NS Máquinas protects against corrosion and scratches.

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MAMF To Celebrate 100th Anniversary in April

The MAMF was formed in 1917 and is one of the oldest surface finishing associations in the U.S., formed shortly after American Electroplaters Society formed in 1913.

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Liquid Coating

Winners of BASF Middlecott Sketchbattle Experiment Los Angeles

John Frye, a principal designer and digital modeling group leader for Honda R&D Americas, Inc., was named the winner of the Middlecott Sketchbattle Experiment Los Angeles, presented by BASF.

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Anodizing

AAC Announces 2016 Winners for Student Research Poster Contest

Students from around the world presented research projects in science, bioengineering, nanotechnology, petrochemical technology, corrosion science, and related engineering disciplines presented their work.

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Electroplating

Alexandria Industries Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Acts of Kindness

In honor of its 50-year anniversary, employees are participating in 50 community service projects, taking the initiative to help people in their communities.

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Liquid Coating

PPG Coatings Selected by Airbus for A350-1000 Launch Aircraft

A PPG low-density fuel tank and fuselage sealant provides the three flight-test aircrafts with weight savings compared with traditional sealants and will be used on production A350-1000 airplanes to benefit operators.

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masking

Georgia Powder Coating Wins Chamber Award

Coater walked away with the safety culture award after recently implementing an employee safety committee and has seen a reduction in safety issues since.

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curing

LA Art Exhibit Uses Powder Coatings In Colorful Exhibit

Abstraction artist Lisa Williamson's new exhibit at the Tif Sigfrids Gallery in Los Angeles has caught the eye of some noted art critics who praise the use of vibrant colors in her work.

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