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Up and Running with Hard Coating
Starting a new business within the last year or so has been a difficult task. However, thanks to some experienced founders, great relationships with its suppliers and a well-planned finishing line, Xenon is well on its way...
Read MoreUV Powder Reaching New Markets
UV powder coating is starting to gain some popularity among finishers as they see the ability of UV to open up new markets for them...
Read MoreZinc Phosphate Application
Question: We have been asked to apply a zinc phosphate to steel surfaces in one of our products.
Read MoreRemoving Welding Smut from Aluminum
Question: We are welding 6063 aluminum extrusions and are looking for an efficient way to remove the welding smut from the parts.
Read MoreRegulations Report: An Update
The Government Relations Program continues its work for the finishing industry. Here is an update on current activities...
Read MoreVapor Degreasing Medical Parts
Globe was able to increase production and reduce costs by going to a vapor degreasing only cleaning system…
Read MoreReflection on Iridescent Coating on Aluminum Mirrors
Question: In the January 2001 Painting Clinic, I answered a question about iridescence in ultra-thin coatings applied to aluminum mirrors.
Read MoreResins in Liquid and Powder Coating
Question: I should like to have more information on powder coatings available as liquids for painting electrical panel boards and other steel furniture that is fabricated by us.
Read MoreZinc-Rich Coatings
Question: I read an article some time back about the relative merits of zinc-rich epoxy coatings vs. inorganic zinc coatings.
Read MoreQuantifying Paint System Performance
The ability of a coating to withstand severe duty is a complex function dependent upon the substrate, coating chemistry, pretreatment and application variability. This report benchmarks the methodology the Tank Automotive and Armaments Command is using on select programs to define and quantify the durability of epoxy-based coating systems whose primary performance requirement is to protect the substrate from corrosion...
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