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Powder Coating Is a Process
There’s more to powder coating than picking up a powder gun and getting to work. John Cole of Parker Ionics discusses how to go about getting started with the powder coating process properly, from initial education to working with suppliers.
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Optimizing Ecoat With Zirconium Pretreatment
Darren Howard of Circle-Prosco discusses the ways zirconium pretreatments can provide a variety of benefits to your ecoat line.
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Using Ion Exchange in Trivalent Chromium Systems
Shane Moore of Pavco discusses the role of ion exchange technology in trivalent chromium systems for maintaining a consistent deposit.
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Powder Coating Over Electrocoat
Powder coating expert and PF columnist Rodger Talbert offers advice for powder coating over an initial ecoat layer.
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Electrolytic Rack Stripping Best Practices
J.R. Eyerly of Haviland Enterprises discusses the benefits of switching to an electrolytic strip from a nitric-based nickel strip for rack stripping, as well as best practices to ensure desired results.
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Know Your Tank Liner Options
Experiencing tank trouble? Curtis Goad of GOAD Company, supplier linings, plating tanks and critical containment, discusses tank lining options.
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Air Spray vs. Air-Assisted Airless Technology
Payton Cozart, Product Manager, Carlisle Fluid Technologies, examines the advantages and disadvantages of AAA applicators and discusses alternatives.
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Over Curing Vs. Under Curing
Are defects in your powder-coated parts due to curing too long or not long enough? Verney Denerville of Tiger Drylac discusses the dangers of over- and under-curing and steps you can take to ensure a proper curing time for your parts.
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Proper Paint Storage and Use
Geoff Raifsnider, senior engineer, Global Finishing Solutions, discusses what you need to know about proper paint storage for your finishing operation.
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