Electrocoating
BASF Reveals Automotive Color Forecast
Movement towards more color shades than in previous years as BASF staff shows off the 65 new colors they are presenting to automakers and designers around the world.
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Are Ionic Liquids the Future of the Surface Treatment?
This paper is focused on the application of ionic liquids related to surface modification and metal deposition.
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Cyanide-Free Electroplating of Cu-Sn Alloys
This paper is a peer-reviewed and edited version of a presentation delivered at NASF SUR/FIN 2012 in Las Vegas, Nev., on June 13, 2012.
Read MoreGuarding Against Counterfeit Parts
We have been doing a lot of defense work lately and are concerned about counterfeit parts. How can we protect ourselves?
Read MoreSupplier Contracts
Can we (the supplier) refuse to agree to early termination of a contract unless the customer agrees to increased prices or other concessions?
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Q&A: Removing Emulsified Oils from Cleaner
A reader asks: How can we remove the emulsified oils before painting shelving?
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Advanced Technical Finishing Continues $10 Million Renovation
Plans include upgrading current anodizing line equipment to allow for increased capacity on Type I, II and III anodizing, new electroless nickel lines and a titanium Type II & III finishing line.
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Q&A: Gap Size Specifications
A reader asks Ecoat Expert Joe Tirado: Is there a standard or a design rule that specifies the minimum gap necessary for complete coating during electrocoating?
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The Crown Group Acquired By High Road Capital Partners
Provides pre-treatment, acid-cleaning, electrocoating, powder coating, water-based spray and cavity wax coating in seven facilities in Michigan, Indiana, Tennessee, South Carolina and Iowa.
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BASF Develops Color For Shanghai GM Concept Car
Buick Riviera made its global debut at Auto Shanghai 2013 featuring a unique Ice Cyan-jade coating from BASF
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