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Stopping Zinc Phosphate Sludge
In the September 2000, Painting Clinic, I answered a question from L.V. about zinc phosphate sludge.
Read MorePrepaint Treatments
Question: We are currently plating zinc and yellow chromate for a customer.
Read MoreSubstrate Filler
Question: I was wondering if there is a product for filling (Bondo-type filler) an area that can be preheated at 600F, blasted and powder coated and still have good adhesive and corrosion protection.
Read MoreControl Systems For Finishing Lines Improve Profits
In today's world, information is king, even for finishers. UpRight, Inc. is using information it gathers through a control system on its pretreatment system and powder coating and painting lines to better understand its process and increase corrosion resistance. The ultimate result is a boost in the company's profits...
Read MorePowder Coating—Simpler and Smarter
Because MetoPoxy's powder coating booths were not meeting new environmental standards, it searched for the best solution. What it found was a booth that exceeded its environmental standards and more . . .
Read MorePerspectives: Finishing's Fire
Think of fire and you may imagine a cozy fireplace scene or roasting marshmallows or burning leaves.
Read MoreUV Powder Coating
UV Powder Coating Question: I am attempting to find out as much as possible about UV powder coating, including the process itself and the equipment required.
Read MoreNitrate Compound Reporting
Question: A colleague of mine who owns a metal finishing facility has just received notice from U.S.
Read MoreMetallic Finish on Wrought Iron
Question: I am from India and have just begun a small workshop to make and design wrought iron accessories.
Read MoreWrinkle Powders
Question: I have a customer that is trying to process a wrinkle powder in a catalytic IR oven with poor results.
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