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Fast Facts: SFIC Washington Forum
A Q&A with Christian Richter, Surface Finishing Industry Council (title).
Read MoreDestination: Conquer the Estate Tax...Legally
When it comes to the wealth-robbing estate tax, almost every reader of this column who calls me asks this or a similar question, “Irv, can you help me avoid (or beat/or kill/or finesse/and many more variations) the estate tax?” Often, an obscenity or two—concerning how the caller feels about the estate tax—is tossed into our conversation.
Read MoreTrends in Making Ultrasonic Frequency Work for You
Well-designed ultrasonic cleaning systems have a proven track record of delivering gentle yet thorough parts-cleaning without regulated solvents to industries as diverse as aerospace, electronics, automotive and coating.
Read MoreThe Clear Alternative to Traditional Yellow Hex Films
Chromate conversion coatings on aluminum were implemented initially in 1950 when Allied Research and Rheem Manufacturing used technology based on hexavalent chromium to provide protective chemical films on the metal substrate.
Read MoreBarrel Plating Continuous Improvement
Process improvements, overall line improvements; barrel plating is not a static technology, as these companies reveal...
Read MoreThe Importance of Powder Booth Filtration
Choosing a powder filter is a lot like buying new tires.
Read MoreBuilding an E-coat Line from the Ground Up
How one company is prospering by providing flexible e-coat capability to Nissan and other customers.
Read MoreThe Way Forward
Since last October, Delphi, the world’s second-largest auto parts manufacturer, has filed for bankruptcy and laid plans to dramatically downsize its U.S. operations.
Read MoreSolution Heating and Cooling
Solution heating and cooling are essential parts of many finishing processes.
Read MoreThe Driving Force for the Ultimate Finish
The Automotive Industry knows the benefits of powder coating and is pushing for an all powder topcoat system. PPG Industries successfully combined a powder basecoat with a powder clearcoat—replacing liquid sprayable coatings to reduce emissions, paint material waste and operating costs. Here's how they did it...
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