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Creating the Right Lab Environment for ISO 16232 Analysis
When a new product is required to meet a minimum level of “clean” on a consistent basis, your existing quality lab environment may not be sufficient in its current state. Find out how to create the best test lab for these applications.
Read MoreJob Shop Audit Quiz
Do you know how your shop stacks up against your competition? Leveraging data and insights from over 250 shops, unlock growth opportunities and find important insights to your shop.
Read MoreGuyson Corporation Introduces the 201T AR Mini Wheel Blast Machine
The Guyson 201T AR Mini, a single-phase power blast machine, provides consistent, repeatable results with advanced features and a compact design.
Read MoreOptiSpray All-in-One Innovative Powder Application Pump
Gema USA introduces the OptiSpray All-in-One pump, combining SIT dense phase delivery and electrostatics for improved powder coating performance.
Read MoreAkzoNobel Opens World-First Testing Facility for Wind Turbine Blades
AkzoNobel's state-of-the-art wind turbine blade testing site simulates extreme weather and runs high-speed tests, driving innovation in protective coatings.
Read MoreThe Disconnected American Worker
Virtual meetings and the ability to work remotely have created new flexibility in how we work, but at what cost?
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Reducing Hardness for Polyester Resin
ChemQuest’s Kevin Biller answers the question of how to reduce hardness on a polyester resin for powder coating.
Read MoreOptiCenter All-in-One OC11 Innovative Powder Center
Gema USA's OC11 Powder Center enables ultra-fast color changes with dual OptiSpeeder hoppers and OptiSpray All-in-One pump technology.
Read MoreHenkel Presents Cleaner and Coater Technology
Henkel's white paper details a one-step cleaner and coater technology for metal pretreatment, reducing process steps, energy use, and water consumption.
Read MoreHow Do You AI?
Artificial intelligence tools can help finishing businesses function better. Here are some suggestions on where to start.
Read MoreAI-Powered Robotic Solutions Support High-Mix Finishing
AI startup offers automation innovations for high-mix, high-variability, manual surface finishing applications.
Read MoreHenkel Opens Second Application Center in North Vietnam
Henkel launches a new application center in North Vietnam to enhance support for sports and fashion brands in Asia-Pacific and Greater China.
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Registration Open for IHEA 2024 Fall Seminars in South Carolina
Attend IHEA's Combustion and Safety Standards Seminars to learn from industry experts, connect with peers and receive an overview of the NFPA 86 standard.
Read MoreBeckers Group Reveals Leadership Changes
Beckers Group restructures its global regions and leadership, appointing new positions for three regions.
Read MoreChoosing Electroless Nickel Plating Chemistry
A plater’s approach to deciding which EN chemistry is the best choice.
Read MorePCI Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients
The Powder Coating Institute awarded $55,000 in scholarships to students pursuing careers in powder coating, supported by PCI and corporate sponsors.
Read MoreHighlights from SUR/FIN 2024
The finishing industry's largest trade show and technical conference featured a keynote address from Air Force engineer Chad Hogan on aerospace coatings research.
Read MoreGerdau Graphene Introduces a Graphene-Enhanced Anti-Corrosion Additive
Gerdau Graphene's NanoCORR Shield enhances solvent-based paints' corrosion resistance, reducing maintenance costs and promoting sustainability.
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New Technical Sales Specialist Joins Carlisle
Jeremy Renwand has over 25 years of finishing experience in the Tier 1, automotive and industrial industries.
Read MoreDürr, GROB and Manz Present Concept Factory for Battery Production
Dürr, GROB and Manz showcase their concept factory for efficient, automated lithium-ion battery production at Battery Show Europe 2023.
Read MoreCCAI Foundation Awards Scholarships
Applications from qualified students were reviewed by the CCAI FEF board of directors, which determined this year’s scholarship winners.
Read MoreExair and Bete Announce Strategic Merger
The Exair and Bete merger combines expertise in compressed air and spray systems, driving innovation and product value for a worldwide customer base.
Read MoreA ‘Clean’ Agenda Offers Unique Presentations in Chicago
The 2024 Parts Cleaning Conference, co-located with the International Manufacturing Technology Show, includes presentations by several speakers who are new to the conference and topics that have not been covered in past editions of this event.
Read MoreFinishing Activity: Overall Finishing Activity Contracted a Bit Faster in May, Closing at 46.5
Finishing activity, which slowed contraction each month of 2024 until leveling off in April, contracted faster in May for the first time since November 2023. Some degree of softening is seen across manufacturing segments, perhaps due to lingering concerns about interest rates and inflation.
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