Powder Coating
More Adhesion Troubles
Question: We are a die caster who has some of our castings powder coated. We are experiencing an adhesion problem with some of the castings we supply to a certain customer. The castings are all run with the same process parameters, but some of the castings do not pass a crosshatch test and some from the same batch do. We have obtained samples of this problem, and I am hoping that you can provide us with the name of a lab that could answer what may be on these castings (if anything) or what process is adversely affecting the adhesion.
Read More2024-T6 or -T8 Aluminum
Question: 2024-T6 or -T8 Aluminum should not be substantially softened by brief heating at 200F or even somewhat higher.
Read MoreDegassing Castings
Question: This is in response to your article in the October 2002, Products Finishing.
Read MoreStripping Powder
Question: What is the best media to use if I have to strip cured powder coating using abrasive blasting?
Read MoreHiding Fasteners Under Powder
Question: A person asked in the October 2002 issue of Products Finishing how to fill over fasteners to have them hidden under a powder coating.
Read MoreThe Advantages of Thermal Spray
Thermal spray technology is a cost-effective means to repair worn components and incorrectly machined parts.
Read MoreUnderstanding Infrared Curing
Infrared cure is gaining increased attention from coaters as a result of shorter cure cycles and the possibility of smaller floor space requirements when compared to convection oven curing.
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