measurement-testing
Benchtop Analyzers Handle Complex Parts, Ultra-Thin Coatings
Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science’s benchtop FT110A and FT150 energy dispersive X-ray fluorescence analyzers can be used for measuring a range of metal finishing and electronics applications.
Read MoreHow to Test Coatings with Nanoindentation
Fischer Technology’s Rahul Nair explains the benefits of using nanoindentation to measure a coating’s mechanical properties.
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Triple-Angle Glossmeter Measures Variety of Surfaces
The Novo-Gloss Trio glossmeter from Paul N. Gardner is designed for gloss measurements of all surfaces, including matt matte and mirror surfaces. It is adjustable to angles of 20, 60 and 85 degrees to handle a variety of applications.
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Reading a Type II Dry Film Thickness Gage
Q: What should I look for when comparing gages? Testing and measurement expert Rob Weber from Fischer Technology provides this answer.
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Supercar Gets Super Ecoat System
Honda builds unique ecoat system for Acura NSX at $70 million Performance Manufacturing Center.
WatchHow to Make Automotive Paint Shops More Sustainable
Q. Our paint shop is the place of highest energy consumption and highest VOC and CO2 emissions in the car manufacturing process. What measures can be taken to reduce them?
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Dürr and Kuka Introduce Jointly Developed Robot System
Companies have developed an integrated solution for automated paint application in the form of a compact robot for the use in the general industry.
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DeFelsko to Host SSPC Training This Fall.
Courses include the Protective Coatings Inspector Program and a workshop on using SSPC PA2 effectively.
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Elcometer’s 415 Thickness Gage Measures 60-plus Readings per Minute
Fast liquid and powder coating thickness gage switches easily between ferrous and nonferrous metal substrates.
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John Fletcher Stands Down as Chairman of ASTM D01 Paint Committee
Fletcher ill continue his role as Chairman of D01 Sub-committee D01.23: Physical Properties of Applied Paint Films.
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