Liquid Coating

Hash Marks

We recently changed to a fast drying enamel. Now, we get definite striations on the painted parts. What is causing this problem and what can we do about it?

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Liquid Coating

Paint Color Shift

We recently noticed our paint use was increasing, so we checked the dump tank and found it full of paint because the discharge valve was leaking. Now we are having trouble with color shifting and hiding of the painted parts.

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Pollution Control Technologies

Products and systems that can help finishers comply with environmental regulations

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Liquid Coating

Spray Can Problems

We are having clogging problems with the spray cans. In the plant, we just grab another can, but at the job site, there is often only one can available. What can we do to solve this costly problem?

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Teaming Up on Rejects

Joint venture brings innovative paint stripping technology to U.S.

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Conductive Coatings

We’ve heard of shops coating the parts with a conductive paint and then plating on top of it. Where can I find some information on that process?

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E-Coating Aluminum

We have heard of a pretreatment process that can be used prior to e-coating to fill in any porosity in the castings. I’m trying to find additional information about this product.

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Waterborne Coatings in Summer Weather

I am inquiring if there is a general rule of thumb on applying waterbased coatings in the Summer. Are there any ranges the industry uses when selecting environmentally controlled booths?

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Testing Clearcoats

What is the best way of testing clear coats over metal? What are some of the industry tests that can be used? Should it be tested by itself or with a basecoat?

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Fisheye Eliminators

What ever happened to the magic elixir material that was sold as a fish eye eliminator and was it a type of silicone?

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