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Open Surface Tanks Present a Huge Opportunity to be Efficient — or Not
Considerations for the ventilation of metal finishing tanks.
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Developing Standardized Testing for Trivalent Chromium Thickness: A Progress Report
The industry shift toward trivalent decorative chromium plating and away from hexavalent highlights a need for testing standards. As Chair for ASTM B08.10 Subcommittee on Test Methods for Metallic and Inorganic Coating, Mark Schario is leading the committee’s focus on developing standardized testing for trivalent chrome thickness. This presentation provides information on the initiative, testing methods and variables, initial data on thickness comparison and alloy composition, and summary of input and extended lab testing.
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NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #122: Electrochemical Approaches to Treatment of PFAS in Plating Wastewater - 4th Quarterly Report
The NASF-AESF Foundation Research Board has selected a project on addressing the problem of PFAS and related chemicals in plating wastewater streams, studying PFAS destruction via electrooxidation and electrocoagulation. This fourth quarter report continues the work on electrocoagulation and electro-oxidation, measuring energy consumption and evaluating methods to remove residual zinc ions from the floc after processing.
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Artemis Egress Platform
One of the key aspects of NASA’s Artemis program involves the recovery of the Orion capsule after splashdown. The ocean environment presents unique challenges for the equipment involved — coatings are part of the solution.
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An Interview With... Tony Revier, Uyemura International
Products Finishing recently spoke with Tony Revier about his thoughts on association work, the future of the industry and his career in metal finishing.
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Powder for Outdoor Products
Powder coating expert Rodger Talbert discusses some of the things to keep in mind when powder coating products intended for outdoor use.
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How to Find a Job in the Finishing Industry
The time is ripe to find a great job in the finishing industry. Here are some resources and training opportunities that may aid you in your search.
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How to Reduce Overspray in a Paint Booth
Accudraft’s Jeremy Winters shares the best way on how to reduce overspray in a paint booth, from spray techniques to equipment set up. His knowledge comes from 18 years of painting in collision and multiple certifications.
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NASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #121: Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing - 7th Quarterly Report
Development of a Sustainability Metrics System and a Technical Solution Method for Sustainable Metal Finishing
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New Software Never Solved a Problem. Ever.
A new software solution is never the solution to the challenges facing a business, it can only be a tool to be used in the solution to a problem.
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Powder Coating Is a Process
There’s more to powder coating than picking up a powder gun and getting to work. John Cole of Parker Ionics discusses how to go about getting started with the powder coating process properly, from initial education to working with suppliers.
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