Powder Coating
Top Shop Builds Original Systems for Coating Medical Devices
Engineers at Surgical Coatings in Colorado have been ingeniously developing their own equipment, automation, processes and software since this powder coater’s inception in 1995.
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Reduction of Defects
Having trouble with inconsistent film builds or defects when powder coating? Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert offers some advice for troubleshooting your process.
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2024 in Review — PF Looks Back on the Year's Biggest Industry Topics and Trends
From regulatory challenges to technology innovations, Products Finishing looks back at the finishing industry stories of 2024.
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Fine Powder Substitutes PTFE in Plastics, Rubbers, Paints and Coatings
Together with customers, Dreyplas and Mitsui Chemicals Europe are developing solutions to replace PTFE with UHMW-PE and to optimize tribological properties. This also includes the use of Lubmer UHMW-PE, which is available in granulate form and has been developed by Mitsui Chemicals for extrusion and injection molding applications.
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Quick Turnaround is Key for Architectural Coating Shop
This California metal fabricator and coater focuses on fast turnaround and streamlining its processes with 40 years of experience in the construction industry.
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Powder Coater Leverages Its Manufacturing Mindset for Success
As a former motorcycle manufacturer, this powder coating Top Shop benefits from understanding the finishing industry from a customer’s perspective.
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How to Address Declining Powder Coating Coverage Over Time
Fine particles from reclaim could be to blame for powder coating problems that emerge over time. Avoid problems by keeping hooks clean, maintaining guns and using reclaim powder quickly to avoid accumulation of fines.
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TTX’s Automated Conveyor Carrier System Offers Wireless, Flexible Operation
ACC system designed for reliable, consistent point-to-point movement of everything from small to heavy parts.
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Blasting vs. Washing
Weighing your surface prep options prior to powder coating? Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert discusses the considerations you should keep in mind.
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Exploring Powder Coating for Plastics, Composites and 3D-printed Parts
Advancements in powder coating technology make it a viable surface finish for a growing number of applications using advanced plastics or composites.
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