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Question: In your June 1999 Painting Clinic you talked about dirt coming from the conveyor.
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Question: I have a design that requires the use of brass (No. 360 copper alloy). This design requires that some portions be painted (epoxy primed and polyurethane topcoated). I have no experience painting brass and/or know if this alloy is even “paintable.” Could you provide some insight into this matter and recommend how to best prepare the surface for painting?
Read MoreUnknown Resins in Old Paint
Question: I am an analytical chemist by profession and an industrial consultant.
Read MoreHard Chrome Plating on Plastics Tooling: Now More Than Ever
For years it was only used to salvage tools, now it can be used for more…
Read MoreMeeting the Challenges of Contract Electrocoating
There are many challenges in running an electrocoat line, including processing a range of products for a varied customer base.
Read MoreAutomated Paint Line Sends Productivity Soaring
An automated paint line has given Eagle® Window & Door the flexibility to finish more than 3, 000 aluminum parts in 10 to 20 colors during a single shift...
Read MoreCatalytic Oxidizers and Title V Requirements
It is important to understand the various aspects of catalytic oxidation and consider options such as monitoring inlet/outlet temperatures, T across the catalyst, periodic laboratory testing of catalyst samples and preventive maintenance procedures as means of assuring continuous compliance…
Read MorePreparing Substrates For Waterborne Coatings
Since more stringent regulations limiting emissions of VOCs from paints and coatings are in effect and enforced in most areas, paint manufacturers have developed a range of highly effective, compliant waterborne coatings.
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