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AkzoNobel to Close Three European Manufacturing Sites

The powder coating company is taking steps toward optimizing its industrial footprint by 2026 by transferring production to its other locations.

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Powder Coating

Powder Coating for 2-Wheelers

The company’s first single layer powder coating for two-wheelers, the product is designed to protect and enhance the body parts, wheels and trim of any two-wheeled vehicle, in line with the performance levels specified, tested and approved by OEMs.

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surfin

Electroplating in the Context of Worldwide Nanotechnology Initiatives: A Heritage Paper

In the first part, a summary is presented on recently established nanotechnology initiatives in various countries around the world. Program funding levels and core activities will be compared to provide a basis for assessing business opportunities for various industries. The second part of the paper looks at specific examples of nanostructures made by electrochemical methods currently at various stages in their development, or already in use. 

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sustainability

Nouryon Releases 2023 Sustainability Report

The specialty chemicals company cites progress in advancing its portfolio of sustainable solutions as well as improved safety and environmental performance.  

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Giering Celebrates 70 Years of Metal Finishing

Giering Metal Finishing Inc.’s seven decades in metal finishing is further exemplified through a change in logo to honor the life and work of George Giering III.

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Proper Chemical Handling for Plating

Every year, improper chemical handling in industrial environments leads to injury and significant financial loss. Read about how to stay safe.

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Powder Coating

From TGIC-Based Polyester Powder Coating to TGIC-Free Alternative

Users should be aware of differences in application performance, cure response and coating performance before making the change from a traditional TGIC polyester powder coating to a TGIC-free alternative.

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Conferences, Trade Shows, Tours and Events

Products Finishing rounds up some of its recent travels — from international trade shows to facility tours to legislative meetings regarding environmental regulations affecting the finishing community. 

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Dürr Painting Robot Equips Audi EV Topcoat Line

Dürr has produced its 18,000th robot, equipped with several innovations, for painting the interior and exterior of the Audi Q6 e-tron series.

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Axalta Partners With Solera for Vehicle Life Cycle Management

Through the Solera Sustainable Estimatics platform, Axalta provides the products, tools and resources to help refinish customers reduce their environmental impact.

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