Powder Coating
Sublime Finishes
Vertical powder coating and sublimation printing combine to produce aluminum architectural pieces with unique finishes.
Read MoreTHE POWDER COATING INSTITUTE
With The Powder Coating Institute in its twenty-fifth year, many of us involved with the organization have been looking back to see how far the industry have come, as well as looking forward to see where the industry can develop new applications and ensure ever expanding market penetration in a wide range of industries.
Read MorePowder Coating Schools
I have a son who is a senior and is interested in learning powder coating. Are there schools that we could send him to learn the process?
Read MoreHigh-Temp Filler Material
We recently have changed over to powder coat application. The problem now is the filler or putty cannot stand up to the 400°F for curing our powder. Is there something out there that is conductive, reach full strength in a minimum of time and to withstand the 400°F heat for the paint to cure?
Read MoreSerendipity and Smart Management
This job shop found itself in position to capitalize when two large manufacturers with captive plating operations decided to exit the electroless nickel plating business.
Read MorePowder Coating Materials Deliver a World of Colors, Textures and Effects
In the past several years, research and development in powder coating materials has resulted in new formulations that have paved the way for powder in directions previously only accessible to liquid coatings. Following a brief look at the types of materials used in powder coatings is a summary of the versatility of today’s powder coatings.
Read MorePowder Application Methods Offer Improvement and Perfection
Concurrent with the technological advancements made in the formulation of powder coatings, are new and innovative ways to apply the powder, and improve powder application efficiency. Details on these application methods follow.
Read MoreBuilding Powder Coating Equipment
Can you recommend a course of action for obtaining guidelines or blueprints for tanks, racks, booth (with powder collection/recycling) and oven?
Read MorePowder Coating Expands Its Coverage in the 21st Century
Powder coating remains the fastest growing industrial finishing method in North America, currently representing about 15 percent of the total market. About 5,000 industrial finishers in North America apply powder to a countless array of products for a high quality and durable finish, resisting scratches, corrosion, abrasion, chemicals and detergents. The powder coating process also maximizes production, cuts costs, improves efficiency and offers maximum compliance with environmental regulations.
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