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On My Mind: Workforce Illiteracy
A recent study by Educational Testing Service (Princeton, NJ) found that the literacy of American adults ranks 10th out of 17 industrialized nations.
Read MorePainting Stainless Steel
Question: I know that this is not an industrial item but I am associated with the painting industry by default and need some help.
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Powder Coating Replaces Anodizing
You've all heard numerous conversion stories that detailed the transition from paint to powder. But, with the advent of chrome powder coatings, there's a new story to tell…
Read MorePutting the Shine Back on the Gloss Problem
Question: This may be of interest regarding (NH4)2CO3, which is ammonium carbonate.
Read MoreNew Dip/Spin Facility Improves Efficiency
By moving into a new facility, Depor was able to build a dip/spin line that met its requirements. The new line has improved the company's efficiency and reduced its environmental impact…
Read MoreStripping Paint Fixtures and Racks
Question: Can someone hook me up with a company that can strip paint from paint fixtures or racks from my paint shop?
Read MorePricing Powder Coating
Question: I was wondering if you could send me the formula for pricing powder coating?
Read MorePassivation of 440C Material
Question: Can you explain what would cause 440C material to etch in a passivation bath of sodium dichromate/nitric operated at 120F?
Read MoreSigning On a New Finish
Blending new technology with old time craftsmanship gave Northcoast Sign Works its niche in the sign creating business…
Read MoreParts of Another Color
Question: How can we color differentiate small parts that are similar to each other but have different size threads?
Read MorePainting Automobile Springs
Question: I just read your column where you reminisced about driving your daughter to a full service shop for tires.
Read MorePerspectives: The Cost of Non-Environmental Compliance
Sometimes it seems that federal agencies are only around to make and enforce laws and regulations.
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