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There’s No Business Like ‘Show Business’
Before you know it, most of us will be heading off to shows and conferences hosted by the various trade associations that service the finishing industry. Things actually kick off April 10–12 when the Electrocoat Association gathers in Orlando, Fla., for ECOAT 2012 (electrocoat.org), produced in partnership with Products Finishing.
Read MorePredictive Analytics
Imagine for the moment you could predict the future. Suppose you could foretell how your customers, employees or suppliers would behave during the next year or two. How would you use the information? Would you introduce a new finish to the market before anyone else?
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Positive Energy Growth
Chrome Deposit Corp. reduces its energy use, minimizes its environmental impact and improves its energy-management practices.
Read MoreThe Number One Problem Facing Surface Finishers Today
With nearly one in five American workers either unemployed or underemployed it seems inconceivable that coaters and manufacturers alike would have such a difficult time finding the right people. Mention this problem to a friend working outside the manufacturing sector and your statement produces a confounded gape. Raise the issue with a coater and watch for the knowing acknowledgement. What’s the problem? There are three, actually.
Read MoreTraining Programs
Where can I get some information about training programs for electroplaters? Our company seems to have a problem with finding individuals who have some basic understanding of the plating process.
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Training Programs
Where can I get some information about training programs for electroplaters?
Read MoreFINANCE: Deal Structure is Key in the Sale of a Finishing Business
Thinking of selling? Here’s how to get the biggest return on your investment.
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California Ready to Add New VOC Rule
The American Coating Association and several Southern California metal coaters are battling the South Coast Air Quality Management District over proposed Rule 1107 that calls for lowering volatile organic compound emissions from the coating of metal parts and products. The proposed rule applies to metal coatings or companies that perform metal stripping operations, and to all manufacturers, distributors and suppliers of metal coatings.
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