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Vacuum Vapor

Vergason Technology Celebrates 30 Years

Over the past three decades, VTI founded in 1986 by Gary Vergason has emerged as the leading innovator in physical vapor deposition coating services and systems.

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Vacuum Vapor

Dynavac Announces Partnership with Winona PVD Coatings

System’s modular design incorporates multiple process stations, proprietary high-duty chamber isolation valves, and an integrated wheel handling system.

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regulation

National Election Dominates NASF Washington Forum

Annual NASF Washington Forum is to get the latest info on important legislative and regulatory matters.

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nasf

The National Election Dominates the Discussion at the 2016 NASF Washington Forum

An essential NASF conference to get the latest on important legislative and regulatory matters.

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Anodizing

Vincent Noonan named Sheffield Platers VP Strategic Operations

Industry veteran tasked with identifying leads for business development opportunities, and be responsible for ensuring highly productive relationships and partnerships.

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Liquid Coating

Winona Powder Coating Gets UL Recertification

One of the largest high volume powder coater in Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan, Winona’s UL recertification comes along with the company’s ISO9001 and JDM F17 certifications.

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masking

Global Automotive 2015 Color Popularity Report

White overtook silver in 2011 as the most preferred vehicle color preference; since then, white has continued to gain popularity on all vehicle types in most regions.

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curing

Automatic Coating Limited Celebrates 50 Years

Scarborough, Ontario, applicator of liquid and powders coating in North America is celebrating half century in the corrosion coating industry.

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Powder Coating

May Go-To Gal: Kally Powell, Production Coordinator, All-Color Powder Coating Inc.

Know a guy or gal in the industry who should be recognized? Email Jess Larkin at jlarkin@PFonline.com.

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Greaseless to Greatness for Structured Surface Finishes

The conversion from greaseless abrasive compounds and buffs to nonwoven technology for textured satin finishes without the mess.

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Greener Grass Through Pretreatment Changes

Manufacturer Agri-Fab changes pretreatment for zero discharge to save on energy costs and meet customer needs.

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Electroplating

Methods and Tooling Design Considerations for Rack Plating

Recognize your unique metal finishing requirements and criteria and reconcile them with the right processes.

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