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military 30 Dec 2021

The Sacrifices of World War II in the Plating Industry - A Reflection in Light of the Covid Pandemic

Eighty years ago this month, our involvement in World War II began with the attack on Pearl Harbor. It was the existential crisis for the 20th century, for America and the world. Thus far, the ongoing COVID pandemic may well be considered the existential crisis for the 21st, although we’ve just gotten started and climate issues lurk in the future. At the 1942 AES Convention, the first after Pearl Harbor, a special session was held, covering how the surface finishing industry was affected by the war effort. It is worthwhile at this juncture to look back on this, especially in light of today’s pandemic.

Ask The Expert 27 Dec 2021

Do You Have Good Ground?

John Cole, president of Parker Ionics, discusses his favorite subject: why having a good ground is so important for your powder coating process.

Industry 4.0 27 Dec 2021

The Year in Review

Products Finishing offers a look back at some of the most noteworthy finishing industry stories from 2021.

Powder Coating 24 Dec 2021

Powder Coating Week Returns to Orlando in 2022

PCI’s Powder Coating Week 2022 will take place March 7-9 at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld in Orlando.

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nasf 23 Dec 2021

The Present Situation in The Electroplating Industry as Regards Government Restrictions and Government Business (1942)

by William McCord Technical Editor’s Note: The paper begins with introductory remarks by Chairman Maurice R.

economics 20 Dec 2021

Finishers Note Changing Supply Chain and Production Levels

Production and employment both register quickening activity.

nasf 20 Dec 2021

Zinc - An Important Nutrient

Once again, long-time AESF/NASF contributor Jack Dini provides another of his highly regarded and fascinating writings, this time on the benefits of zinc.