leadership

Company Builds $7 Million Laboratory

The 11,000-square-foot facility will provide the space required to advance product development and pilot new formulations within the company’s core markets.

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Anodizing

Top Shop Aces Outstanding Customer Service

More than a finishing shop, this anodizing, powder coating and vacuum resin impregnating business goes above and beyond for its customers by being a resource for whatever their finishing needs might demand.  

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Electroplating

How to Choose Between Sulfate and Chloride-Based Trivalent Chromium

There are several factors to consider when choosing between sulfate and chloride-based baths for trivalent chromium plating. Mark Schario of Columbia Chemical discusses the differences and what platers should keep in mind when evaluating options.

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10 Anodizing Best Practices

Following this list of guidelines can help to increase the performance, cost effectiveness and quality for your anodizing operation. 

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Workforce Education and the Future of the Industry

The future workforce is a top concern for industry leaders today and training those who will take the reins is imperative.

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automotive

Coatings Plant Evolves with Market Trends

Expanding its focus from exclusively serving the RV industry, one of this company’s stand-alone coatings plant has successfully extended its services to additional markets.

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President of Sames North America Assumes Role as President, Sames Americas

In this expanded role, Regan Murray will maintain the oversight of the company’s North American operations, spanning the USA, Canada and Mexico, while also spearheading the management of the teams in Brazil and Argentina. 

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Regulatory Changes Drive Cleaning Companies' Collaboration

Hubbard-Hall and Jayco Cleaning Technologies have collaborated to develop a solution for new regulatory changes.

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Bill Rickenbaugh Joins Carlisle as Account Manager

Rickenbaugh has over 30 years of finishing experience, most recently as senior finish improvement specialist for Masterbrand Cabinets.

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Dürr Expands its Color Dosing and Changing System

By offering the Fluid Board, the company is expanding its ready2integrate package, enabling customers to quickly and easily assemble a high-quality solution comprising a controller, dosing technology and applicator.

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