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Embracing Tools for Continuous Improvement

Triplex Plating is a great example of how to use benchmarking, training and employee feedback as tools for continuous improvement.

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Waking Up to a World Without Manufacturing

Virtually everything humanity holds or uses owes its existence to our sector.

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racking

Racking and Conveyor Automation Solutions

Considerations for automating various operations within a finishing system.

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Parts Cleaning

Glass Bead Blasting as Plating Pretreatment

What are the best practices for using blasting in preparation for plating? Angelo Magrone of Bales Metal Surface Solutions discusses the ins and outs of glass bead blasting.

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Outgassing and Powder Coating Defects

Having trouble with bubbles forming during curing? Verney Denerville of TIGER Drylac discusses proper outgassing procedures. 

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energy

Automated Electroplating Systems

Simultaneous engineering reduces energy and resource consumption.

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Integrating Industry 4.0 Solutions Into Your Coating Operation

Finishers and coaters are adopting automation solutions at an increasing rate. Jacob Fortmeyer offers insights for integrating new technologies into your process.

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Liquid Coating

A Software Platform for Self-Programming, Autonomous Robotics

Omnirobotic is delivering an automation solution that could transform the way finishing shops consider robotics.

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photo finish

Powder Coating Sublimation

This decorative powder coating system can be used to create realistic wood grains and custom images.

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Crazing and Cracking in Anodizing

Understanding the differences in cracking and crazing in anodic coatings, and insights for mitigating defects in anodized parts.

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Electroplating

The Many Hats of Rectifier Repair

Quick tips for improving the efficiency of rectifier maintenance.

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Mitigating Heat in the Building

Powder coating systems radiate heat and without good air turn over the heat can become unbearable. Powder coating expert Rodger Talbert offers ideas for cooling your facility.

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