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Pretreatment of Black Oxide
Having issues achieving a consistent color with the application of black oxide? Start by looking at your pretreatment. Connor Callais of Hubbard-Hall offers advice for troubleshooting your black oxide process.
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Addressing Metallic Powder Challenges
Powder coating using metallic powders can be challenging for some applicators. Powder coating expert Rodger Talbert discusses appearance problems that can arise with metallic powders and best practices for getting good results.
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Replacing Discontinued Vapor Degreasing Fluids – 3 Things to Consider
What do you do when you learn your trusted line of vapor degreasing cleaning fluids will soon be discontinued? Elizabeth Norwood of MicroCare discusses what you should keep in mind when replacing discontinued vapor degreasing fluids.
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Justifying Investments in Automation and Smart Solutions
Corey Sorrento of Carlisle Fluid Technologies discusses the long-term benefits and payoffs for investing in AI-driven technologies for your paint line.
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Corrosion Resistance Testing for Powder Coating
Salt spray can be useful to help compare different pretreatment methods and coatings but it does not tell us much about the corrosion resistance of a part over time in the field. Powder coating expert Rodger Talbert offers insights into how to get a better idea of how to improve a part’s corrosion resistance in the real world.
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High Appearance Standards
Ever have an enticing powder coating job come your way, but aren’t sure if your capabilities can meet the specifications? Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers advice for realistically assessing whether or not to take the job.
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Color Change Time in a Booth
Thinking of switching to a powder booth capable of rapid color changes? Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers advice on what you should keep in mind as you consider investing in new equipment.
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The Positive (and Negative) On Airflow
Jeremy Winters of Accudraft Paint Booths shares how solvent and water-based coatings are affected by a paint booth’s airflow.
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Can You Afford to Not Use Custom Masking?
Are you weighing the costs of a custom masking solution vs. an off-the-shelf solution? Christy Schulthess of Custom Fabricating & Supplies discusses the overall savings that can be realized with custom masking.
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Take Advantage of Finishing Industry Educational Opportunities
Looking into training opportunities within the industry? Here’s some advice to help you seek out finishing industry education and make the most of it.
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