Electrocoating
Impact of REACH Regulation on the Global Finishing Market
This paper is a peer-reviewed and edited version of a presentation delivered at NASF SUR/FIN 2012 in Las Vegas, Nev., on June 12, 2012.
Read MoreQ&A: Spray Gun Flow Rate Problem
Q. We have problems achieving consistent paint flow through our spray guns (typical rates range from 10 to 50 g/min).
Read MoreBASF and Nissan Announce Streamlined Painting Processes
Supplies Nissan with coating solutions from e-coat and basecoat to clearcoat; also working on more streamlined technologies with Nissan in emerging markets such as China.
Read MoreWhite Stays Atop the World’s Car Color Ranks
White/white pearl dominates the global automotive color popularity ranks for the second consecutive year, according to the 2012 DuPont Automotive Color Popularity Report. Black/black effect moves into second place
Read MoreWaterborne painting process is a first at South Carolina BMW plant
PPG launched the first use of waterborne compact paint technology in a U.S. automotive manufacturing plant at the BMW assembly plant in Spartanburg, S.C. This painting process has turned out to be a 2012 award winner and has opened up a new way for auto manufacturers to go leaner and become more efficient in their operations.
Read MoreNew Painting Facilities
We are looking at options fro replacing a spray painting line and have been considering installing an electrocoat line to replace spray priming. What kind of trouble can we expect on startup?
Read MoreE-Coat Training
Where can I obtain training for electrocoat operators and process engineers?
Read MoreRotating Anodes
Is anode rotation in an electrocoat tank recommended? If so, at what frequency?
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