Powder Coating
Finishers can use free software to show that reshoring is about even to overseas
Finishing shops can show how keeping products in the U.S. is almost even to going overseas
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New software helps designers pick "eco-friendly' finishes
Granta Design software helps products designers look at considerations of finishing processes such as painting, electroplating, and powder coating.
Read MoreBrown Spots in Clear-coat
The parts look good coming out of the washer and there are no obvious stains. The clear coat is applied in an automated booth and it looks fine before it is cured, but when it comes out of the oven, there are brown spots in the film that look like drips of oil.
Read MoreWater Spots in Powder-Coated Film
Some of our parts show water spots through the coating after it is cured. You can see the outline of the spot through the film, especially with some of the lighter colors.
Read MoreTest for Coverage in Faraday Areas
What tests would you recommend if you want to measure Faraday Cage effect on the actual part to see how good the coating has covered and protected the part?
Read More2020 Vision: High-Performance Coatings
Currently, the NAFTA and European regions are considered to be more mature markets for traditional coatings applications, while the growing Asia region is expected to continue to expand.
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2020 Vision: The Future of Coatings
The year 2020 will be here before you know it, signaling the beginning of a new decade and bringing changes to the world as we know it.
Read More2020 Vision: Powder Coating
After more than 50 years, powder coatings are still viewed favorably in the finishing world as an industry that collaborates with manufacturers to reduce our environmental footprint and foster sustainability.
Read MoreSealing Plastics
I’m wondering if you can provide more information about methods of sealing/lacquer with powder coating?
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Tumbling to the Finish
The Flow-Clad system of coating smaller parts at higher production rates uses a tumbling method not usually found in many custom coaters. “I just don’t think too many people even know that this process exists,” says president Bob Zimmerli. “It will definitely save them money. It’s just getting the customer to understand what we can do for them.”
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