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Nickel and dimed just got more expensive
Don’t look now, but those who dabble in nickel may be getting hit hard soon by additional price increases if – as expected – the Chinese market has a surge in the demand for the metal.
Read MoreJoin The Clubs
June saw annual meetings and conferences for two of the largest trade groups in surface finishing, as the National Association of Surface Finishers and the Chemical Coaters Association International held gatherings in Grand Rapids and Sarasota, respectfully. The Powder Coating Institute held its annual meeting in late May in Austin Texas.
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Prize Winning Finish for Geomet
What started out in Europe and South America as an award-winning water based, zinc and aluminum-rich, chromium-free finish is now available to support North American automaker’s strategies to improve corrosion protection on their vehicles.
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Alodine EC2: ‘All aboard’ for saltwater corrosion resistance
Volvo Penta, a leading worldwide supplier of engines and complete power systems for marine and industrial use based in Chesapeake, Va., recently redesigned one of their leading engine exhaust systems and stern drives used on 20 to 35-foot pleasure craft.
Read MoreASTM Test Comparison
What is the difference between ASTM B136-84 and B-136-77 for the Modified Dye Stain Test?
Read MoreNordson & Raymond Corp. "Keeps on Truckin"
The Raymond Corporation (Greene, NY) has been a leading material handling company in North American for more than 90 years, and also an integral member of the Toyota Materials Handling Group.
Read MoreBlack Power on Die Casting After Anodizing
After anodizing there is a loose, black powder that can be removed just by touch. Can you tell me why this happens and recommend a method to prevent it?
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A Converation with ... Bruce Bryan
Bruce Bryan, general manager of Acme Finishing Co., in Chicago, is current president of the Chemical Coaters Association.
Read MorePowder Stripping
We have an aluminum casting from which we need to remove powder coat. We have investigated sanding and chemical, but the heat process may have a very negative impact on the part shape. What are your thoughts?
Read MorePretreatment Problems on Galvanneal Steel
What we are seeing is craters in random places in the surface of the painted parts.
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