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Custom Vertical Blast System for Aerospace and Automotive

The vertical design and custom conveyor system make the TR-1000 an ideal choice for companies looking to streamline operations.   

Lori Beckman
Executive Editor, Products Finishing

AkzoNobel Brings Catalan Style to Aerospace Coatings

At MRO Europe in Barcelona, AkzoNobel showcases a Catalan-style aircraft panel with 13 colors, demonstrating their basecoat/clearcoat system in a vibrant design.

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Advancing Aerospace Connectors

OEMs looking to optimize aircraft performance and range are turning to composites and plastics, which require specific finishing treatments.

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Episode 46: Richard Lynch, Timothy Gotsick; MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions

Experts from MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions share industry insights in an interview from the SUR/FIN 2024 finishing industry tradeshow.

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Episode 44: Metal Finishing Legislative Day

Products Finishing recently attended the Metal Finishing Association of California's annual legislation day event, which provides a forum for finishing operations in the state to voice their concerns to government officials. In this installment of On the Line, we learn more about the initiative and the key issues for California-based finishers. 

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Wastewater Contamination Removal System

Each environmentally beneficial system treats the wastewater stream at a fraction of the cost of larger, more complex industrial systems.

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Modernizing Wastewater Treatment and Recovery

Source: Kontek Kontek’s “spigot to drain” Source Water and Wastewater Solutions offer integrated technologies to modernize your water & wastewater treatment and recovery.

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Top Shop’s Journey to Building a Unique Brand

Since this new Ohio plater took over the space and assets of a former plating business, it is intentional about setting itself apart from prior ownership.

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Eliminating No-Value-Added Services Adds Value for Customers

Answering questions about how to best meet customer needs led this Products Finishing Top Shop to stop using trucks to provide value-added services and instead, start offering in-house solutions.

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Top Shop Savors Past 20 Years of Prosperity

This one-stop finishing shop was rescued by new management in 2004. Since then, its rejuvenation has brought substantial growth and success to the business.

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Sherwin-Williams 2024 Aerospace Coatings Calendar Winners

The annual program recognizes the exceptional craftsmanship and creativity of aircraft painters and designers who rely on Sherwin-Williams aerospace coatings.

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Single Stage Topcoat Delivers Consistent, Colorful Finishes

The 858 Series Skyscapes from Sherwin-Williams Aerospace Coatings comes in multiple gloss levels.

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NADCAP Shop Digitizes to Eliminate Paper Trail

Customizable ERP software has transformed a 27-year-old manual metal finishing job shop into a state-of-the-art paperless company with full digital traceability in about 10 months.

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High-Flexibility Aerospace Filler Fills Seams, Rivets, Small Spot Repair Areas

Fill Bond Flex Aerospace Filler restores aircraft exteriors by concealing surface imperfections.

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Episode 36: An Interview with Peter Mirabello, Metal Finishing Technologies LLC

Peter Mirabello of Metal Finishing Technologies discusses his passion for surface finishing and trends shaping the industry today.

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A Smooth Transition from One Anodizing Process to Another

Knowing when to switch from chromic acid anodizing to thin film sulfuric acid anodizing is important. Learn about why the change should be considered and the challenges in doing so.

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Aerospace Conductive Coating Provides Adhesion, Fluid Resistance

Conductive coating (CM0485115) provides a high-conductivity solution for dissipating static on aluminum and composite aircraft.

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The Best Method for Coating Full-Size Aircraft

John Owed from Carlisle Fluid Technologies analyzes the difference between using air-assisted airless, air spray and other technologies for coating a full-size aircraft. Which is better?

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PPG, Satys Partner for Aerospace Ecoat System in France

PPG is partnering with Satys, a French industrial group active in aircraft sealing, painting and surface treatment.

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Top Shop Emphasizes Dedication, Work Ethic

With a primary focus on aerospace and defense work, American Metaseal Corp. of Arbutus, Maryland, has qualified as a Top Shop on multiple occasions. 

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Finishing High Reliability, Function Critical Parts

From safety critical automotive and aerospace components to lifesaving medical micro-components and implantable devices, Indiana-based Electro-Spec finishes applications that require zero failure rates. 

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Digital Service for Improving Coatings' Maintenance Schedules

Aerofleet Coatings Management is a digital service developed to assist with coating replacement and maintenance.

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AkzoNobel Uses VR for Training Airline Apprentices

The virtual reality technology provides a paint booth and spray gun that enables trainees to work and master their skills without losing parts in the process.

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Multistage Wash System for Continuous Cleaning Efficiency

Gas-heated conveyor parts washing system is said to provide continuous, efficient cleaning throughout the multiple stages of the system.

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Anodizing for Bonding Applications in Aerospace

Anodizing for pre-prep bonding bridges the gap between metallic and composite worlds, as it provides a superior surface in many applications on aluminum components for bonding to these composites. 

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