Scott Francis

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Powder Coating

Spray Tech Industrial Solutions Merges with PBS Industries

The merger combines expertise in cutting-edge spray coating technologies with that in industrial ventilation equipment solutions. 

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Liquid Coating

Sherwin-Williams releases printed metal coil coatings collection

New Sherwin-Williams coil coatings collection aims to bring an enhanced look of natural building materials for architectural applications. 

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Anodizing

10 Anodizing Best Practices

Following this list of guidelines can help to increase the performance, cost effectiveness and quality for your anodizing operation. 

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editorial

Workforce Education and the Future of the Industry

The future workforce is a top concern for industry leaders today and training those who will take the reins is imperative.

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education

Episode 41: An Interview with Holly Gottfredson, Finishing Dynamics, American Metalcraft Inc.

On the Line explores gender roles in manufacturing and finishing, and the importance of education in fostering a workforce for the future of the industry.

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sustainability

Solar-Powered Photonic Cooling Enables Energy-Saving Coating

Passive cooling technology can reduce interior temperatures 5-13°C, offering weight, cost and CO2 benefits for cars, construction, aircraft and more.

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NASF/AESFF Announce Electroplating & Surface Finishing Course

This web-based training program is designed for operators and supervisors of job shops and captive shops applying a broad range of surface finishes on a variety of substrates.

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Parts Cleaning

Blackstone-NEY Ultrasonics Introduces the New Agi-Sonic AS-6000 Ultrasonic Parts Cleaning Systems

The AS-6000 has payload capacity up to 500 lbs and tank volumes of up to 675gallons.

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Industry 4.0

Steelhead Technologies Wins Top Performer Award

Steelhead Technologies has receved the Winter 2024 Top Performer award in job shop software from software comparison website SourceForge.

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nasf

Take Full Advantage of Industry Events

As travel plans ramp up for the year, what industry events will you attend? Products Finishing offers a quick look at some of the upcoming opportunities for 2024. 

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Liquid Coating

Product Finishing’s 2024 Top Shops Benchmarking Survey Deadline Approaches

Taking this year’s Products Finishing’s annual Top Shops Benchmarking Survey? Respondents are urged to complete the survey by April 30, 2024 in order to be considered as a qualifying top shop.

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photo finish

National Surface Finishing Day is Just Around the Corner

Products Finishing visited Cincinnati area finishing facilities in 2023 as part of celebrations for National Surface Finishing Day. This year’s NSFD will take place on Wednesday, March 6.

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