Scott Francis

Scott Francis Editor-In-Chief

Powder Coating

Episode 40: On The Line Discusses Industry Trends, Year Ahead

To celebrate the 40th installment of Products Finishing’s On the Line column and podcast, the PF crew sat down to discuss industry trends and initiatives. 

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management

On Pressing the Reset Button

The New Year offers an chance to reset, but make sure to embrace the opportunity to learn lessons along the way. 

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nsfd

National Surface Finishing Day

National Surface Finishing Day will be celebrated March 6, 2024. The annual event is a way to showcase the industry to local trade schools, businesses, officials and media, as well as to celebrate employees and staff.

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Industry 4.0

Episode 39: Expediting ERP Software Deployments

Products Finishing learns about a recent manufacturing software deployment by Steelhead Technologies that was completed in record time for A1 Paint, Powder and Sandblasting.

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management

Finishing Another Year — Looking Back at the Trends of 2023

Products Finishing reflects on a year of reporting on the surface finishing industry and looks ahead to what may be in store for 2024.

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regulation

Episode 38: On the Line — Looking Back on 2023

PF’s On the Line discusses some of the issues that were top of mind for industry during the past year.

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Liquid Coating

Partners Drive AkzoNobel’s Initiative for Carbon Footprint Reduction

Launched in 2019, Paint the Future is AkzoNobel’s global collaborative initiative to accelerate, test, launch and scale ideas and solutions for the paints and coatings industry.

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In Memorium: Eduardo Moussali, Vitracoat Inc.

Vitracoat owner Eduardo Moussali passed away September 17th, 2023.

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Powder Coating

ERP Provider Demonstrates Streamlined Installation

Steelhead Technologies claims 36-hour ERP deployment sets new industry standard. 

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sustainability

MacDermid Enthone Hosts Mexico Sustainability Summit

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions showcases its commitment to promoting sustainable solutions in surface finishing and wastewater treatment. 

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Hollow Cone Liquid Nozzle Offers Uniform Distribution

New liquid atomizing spray nozzle features a tangential flow design.

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Electroplating

Episode 37: An Interview with John Mulder, Master Finish

John Mulder, president of Master Finish of Grand Rapids, Mich., discusses his company’s experience with trivalent chromium and offers advice for those thinking of transitioning their current hexavalent chromium processes or adding tri-chrome capabilities.

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