Parts Cleaning
Rust on Steel with Clear Powder
What can be done to stop the rust from showing through or remove the rust before powder coating cold-rolled steel metal tubes?
Read MoreChlorinated Solvent Acid Acceptance
How can we manage and control stabilization of alkalinity reserves and acid acceptance level of perchloroethylene in metal cleaning applications?
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Battle for CARC Powder Coating
Sherwin-Williams and PPG were awarded research grants by the Department of Defense in June 2012 to develop a zero-volatile organic compound, zero-hazardous air pollutant exterior topcoat to replace the military’s current generation of liquid-applied chemical agent resistant coatings (CARC) by 2015.
Read MoreElectrocleaning
Why do we have problems with cleaning in low-current areas on our barrel alkaline zinc plater?
Read MoreUltrasonic Rust Removal
What ultrasonic frequency is best for removing corrosion on stainless steel?
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First Time’s the Charm for Powder Coating Integrator
Newcomer Sustainable Technology Solutions teams with trusted vendors on first install for Hartzell Air Movement
Read MoreIncoming Rust Inhibitors
We have a five-stage wash system using an alkaline cleaning package. Should the rust inhibitors coming in on our parts be water-soluble?
Read MoreMilitary Specification Approval
Who or what government department handles Mil Spec approval?
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CCAI Publishes 6th Edition of Powder Coating for Industrial Finishing Applications Training Manual in Color
208-page manual has been revised with new color graphics and photos, several new chapters and a re-written glossary that serves as a guide to operating a powder coating system and managing the process for efficiency and profit.
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