Ecoat Enables Chest X-Ray System
A diverse customer base is key for small shops like Giering Metal Finishing, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company says one of its largest growth areas has been with a customer manufacturing chest x-ray systems.
Read MoreThe Road to Recovery
The past few issues of Products Finishing have touched on how different market sectors have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. As we come to the end of the year, PF editor-in-chief Scott Francis takes time to reflect on the manufacturing industry’s response during the COVID era and to contemplate finishing’s role in the medical sector.
Read MoreKontek Automation Enables Water Treatment for Aerospace Surface Finishing Line
New aerospace surface finishing facility includes a highly customized Kontek system to handle process water purification, wastewater and recovery requirements.
Read MorePPG Coatings Used for Raiders' Allegiant Stadium
PPG has provided an extensive roster of coatings to protect Las Vegas’s new Allegiant Stadium and enhance its appearance.
WatchA Conversation With Will Wallace of SAT Plating
SAT Plating general manager Will Wallace talks to Products Finishing about his company’s surface activation technology, plating on composites, and what the changing manufacturing landscape might mean for platers.
WatchNew Modular Cad Line Enables Landing Gear Overhaul Facility
AerSale recently installed a modular cadmium electroplating line from Ronatec C2C. The new line boasts a complete water recycling system, closed-loop wastewater treatment and an efficient dual microboiler system.
Read MoreValence Surface Technologies Discusses Defense, Space Approvals
During the downturn of the commercial aerospace sector due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Valence has used the time to seek new approvals and put some additional focus on the defense and space markets.
Read MoreHappy National Manufacturing Day
Friday October 2 is designated as a day to recognize and celebrate manufacturing industries in the U.S. Products Finishing editor Scott Francis takes moment to reflect on the hard work and resilience of coaters and finishers.
Read MoreAndrews Powder Coating Earns Space Flight Qualification
The first-tier aerospace powder coating supplier recently had its MIL-SPEC powder coatings qualified for coating power supplies for a classified military satellite program.
Read MoreProducts Finishing Announces Top Shops Benchmarking Program Updates
Beginning in 2021, Products Finishing’s Top Shops Benchmarking program will include a new sourcing platform that expands the benefits of participation.
Read MoreProducts Finishing at IMTS Spark
Products Finishing announces Plating Insights track at IMTS Spark, a digital experience that connects exhibitors and visitors through educational programming, demonstrations and networking opportunities.
Read MoreProducts Finishing's 2021 Finishing Hall of Fame Opens for Nominations
Nominations for the 2021 Finishing Hall of Fame are being accepted now through December 31.
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