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Which Solvents to Use
Although I know each solvent has its own evaporation rate and solvent power, why do most formulators use more than two types. For example, why would toluene, MEK, MIBK, xylene be used in one paint formulation? Couldn’t I get a specific evaporation rate, viscosity, sprayability, VOC’s, etc. by just using MIBK and MEK? Or are xylene, toluene or other solvents having more of a major play in a formulation than a carrier?
Read MoreWrinkles in Powder Coating
As we want to compete globally, we have to stabilize the wrinkle pattern. In this regard can you tell us how can we freeze the pattern of wrinkle? Is there any standard method to regularize or international test method so that we can ask our powder supplier to follow the same?
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Maximizing Finishing Productivity
Hints on how to choose the right abrasive for your grinding and finishing application
Read MorePainting Large Steel Tanks
We are seeking advice on automating the painting booth. We have turntables to turn the tanks and now plan to automate the process with automatic gun heads. Our initial thought is to use automatic heads with high-volume pumps. We currently use an industrial enamel but would consider newer coatings and processes if they are applicable. Could you provide some practical advice before we start purchasing equipment and planning our production flow?
Read MoreZinc Alloy Plating Affecting Wastewater Treatment Sludge Revisted
Is the filter press sludge hazardous even if it doesn’t exceed TCLP requirements? Are any of these processes considered hazardous because we process aluminum? How about the polishing filters after the clarifier?
Read MoreKeeping a “No Dump” Etch in Balance
We recently have had a few racks of metal that had a galvanized, over-etched appearance. The problem was coming from the etch tank and the racks were etched the normal amount of time. Do you have any idea what could cause that appearance?
Read MoreNickel Plating Specifications
A customer has recently asked for nickel plate on steel components. The customer has no idea as to what should be requested. Is there a standard that I can give the customer so he can make an intelligent decision about his nickel plate requirements?
Read MorePCI Membership Delivers Real Value
Being a PCI member provides manufacturers and suppliers of powder coating materials, equipment, and related services tangible benefits that no other organization can provide.
Read MoreIndustrial Storm Water Permit
We store all of our materials either inside the plant or in our rear warehouse. Upon review of the last several years of sampling data, it looks like our storm water is pretty clean. In our permit there is some language regarding “no exposure” exemption. Would we be able to qualify for this exemption? How do we get it?
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