Scott Francis Editor-In-Chief

aerospace 29 Sep 2020

Geeking Out About Space Flight

As Products Finishing releases its October aerospace-themed issue, editor-in-chief Scott Francis takes the opportunity to reflect on the finishing industry’s role in aerospace and space markets.

curing 25 Sep 2020

Col-Met Rebrands as RTT Engineered Solutions

Col-Met Engineered Finishing Solutions supplier of spray booths and finishing components and innovations has announced the company will be known as RTT Engineered Solutions effective October 1, 2020.

measurement-testing 21 Sep 2020

Dürr Unveils Solution for Digital Paint Layer Calculation

Dürr simulation software uses a digital twin to simulate layer thicknesses directly in the spray booth.

Electroplating 9 Sep 2020

A Conversation with Josh Paisley of Lincoln Chrome

Lincoln Chrome manager talks to Products Finishing about what a good finish means for the trucking industry, the importance of listening to your customer base and the traits of a good company culture.

editorial 8 Sep 2020

How Do We Reconnect?

As one industry tradeshow after another is stalled by the COVID-19 pandemic, what other ways of networking can coaters, finishers and suppliers embrace?

Anodizing 1 Sep 2020

Vegas Anodizing Facility on the Rise

After losing her husband to cancer in 2019, Vegas Metal Finishing president Jessica Famiglietti carries his vision for a new anodizing business to bright beginnings.

Electroplating 28 Aug 2020

Valence Los Angeles Operations Awarded New Honeywell Approvals

Valence Los Angeles has achieved approval from Honeywell Aerospace for over 180 new specifications, covering a wide range of key finishing processes.

Electroplating 26 Aug 2020

Technical Plating Talks Recent Expansions

Tyler Thomas, vice president and general manager of Technical Plating (Minneapolis, Minn.), talks about the company’s two newest lines and capabilities.

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