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Acid Zinc-Nickel Benefits Market Share

Stephen Roberts of Columbia Chemical discusses the advantages of adding acid zinc-nickel capabilities to your plating operation.

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Salt Spray Vs. Cyclic Corrosion Tests

Joseph Subda, ecoat specialist for Axalta Coating Systems, explains the difference between these two corrosion resistance tests. 

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Powder Coating On Wheels

Products Finishing columnist and powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert discusses powder coating alloy wheels. 

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Tips for Choosing Abrasive Blasting Safety Equipment and Safety Procedures

Selecting new blasting equipment? Lane Barnholtz of Clemco Industries, manufacturer of air-powered abrasive blasting equipment, offers insights for choosing the correct equipment for your needs.

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Addressing Problems With Carbon Treatment for Nickel Tanks

Getting defects after performing carbon treatment and maintenance? Josh Fish of Pavco Inc. offers insights for mitigating problems that might arise from carbon treatment for nickel tanks.

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Pressure Pots Vs. Pumps

Several factors will influence your choice of pressure pots vs. a pumping system as the right supply solution. Allan Mustard, strategic accounts manager, Carlisle Fluid Technologies, walks you through what you need to know.

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Powder Coating

Do You Have Good Ground?

John Cole, president of Parker Ionics, discusses his favorite subject: why having a good ground is so important for your powder coating process.

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Be Prepared: Managing Environmental Inspections

Is your shop ready for an environmental inspection? Preparation and documentation can help minimize your facility’s risk of noncompliance.

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Reasons to Invest in Automation and Software

Daniel Carranco of Global Shop Solutions offers advice for shops considering implementation of new automation and software solutions.

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Consistency in Curing

Getting inconsistent results in your curing process? Verney Denerville of Tiger Drylac offers insights for achieving a proper powder coating cure every time.

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