sales

Asterion Appoints Technical Sales Rep for Upper Midwest

Asterion has appointed Angelo Magrone as a technical sales representative, responsible for providing chemical and equipment support to customers throughout Illinois, Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest.

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Electroplating

Uyemura CEO Tony Revier Honored for Service, Contributions

Revier was honored as one of the the University of La Verne’s 125 Most Notable Graduates at a ceremony commemorating its 125th anniversary. The awards were presented by university President Devorah Lieberman to alumni based on four criteria. 

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Finishing as a Second Chance

Sheffield Platers has hired more than 40 graduates of Second Chance, a non-profit program that provides job training to former criminal offenders.

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Electroplating

The $178 Billion Plating Shop

Go inside the Plate Manufacturing Division of the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing’s picturesque building at 14th Street SW in Washington, D.C. The BEP is this nation’s sole producer of U.S. paper currency, also known as Federal Reserve Notes.

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racking

Controlling Dirt on Coated Parts

What can be done to better control the amount of dirt in a powder system and on coated parts? Powder expert Rodger Talbert weighs in on this and other questions.

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Liquid Coating

Using Air Chop to Reduce Costs and Improve the Liquid Color-Change Process

My company has recently added several additional colors to our production mix. How do we reduce costs and improving the color-change process? Nordson’s Robin Schwamberger offers some advice.

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Liquid Coating

Choosing the Right Finish for Coastal Projects

Aluminum architectural products are susceptible to corrosion, and proper steps must be taken to minimize its occurrence when they are located in harsh seaside and coastal regions.  

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A Conversation with Mike Kelly, Asko Group

Mike Kelly is vice president of Asko Group, a metal finishing company in Seattle, Washington, but he has devoted nearly all his life to volunteer work as well.

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aerospace

Electrocoat Primer Takes Off in Aerospace

PPG’s Aerocron electrocoat system tops our list of the finishing products highlighted in 2017.

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basics

When to Look at Racking Options on a New Line

Where does racking fit in planning a new powder coating line? Production Plus’ Donovan Dixon says right from the start.

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