Liquid Coating

Liquid coatings are the highest volume finish type for OEMs and product finishers. Industrial paint application methods include methods like spray painting, dip coating and flow coating.

The Real Coatings Delivery Problems
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The Real Coatings Delivery Problems

Liquid delivery systems can have a lack of agitation, too much agitation, no coatings temperature control, and no coatings circulation. Read Sames’ Steve Romer’s solutions for these problems in this Liquid Clinic.

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Curing Oven Basics
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Curing Oven Basics

Simply heating up the substrate does not cure the coating. There are many variables to consider when choosing the best cure oven for your application...

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Conveyors and Paint Systems
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Conveyors and Paint Systems

Choosing the right conveyor system, coating technology, and ancillary equipment.

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Zinc Phosphate: Questions and Answers
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Zinc Phosphate: Questions and Answers

Our experts share specific questions about zinc phosphate and pretreatment

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When to Introduce Automation Into Your Finishing System
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When to Introduce Automation Into Your Finishing System

Looking to increase productivity for your liquid coating operation? John Owed of Carlisle Fluid Technologies provides examples of how automation can help improve quality and efficiency for paint spray equipment.

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How to Avoid Mud Cracking
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How to Avoid Mud Cracking

Julie Holmquist of Cortec Corporation discusses ways to avoid mud cracking defects when applying anticorrosion coatings.

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Pretreatment for Painting
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Pretreatment for Painting

Better adhesion, enhanced corrosion and blister resistance, and reduced coating-part interactions make pretreatment a must.

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Mix of Automation and Skilled Employees Generates Quality
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Mix of Automation and Skilled Employees Generates Quality

This Pennsylvania plating company’s general manager shares insights about being recognized as a Top Shop for several consecutive years as well as his thoughts about automation, customer service, hiring skilled workers, the challenges of installing a new line and more.

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Revolutionizing Battery Production for Electromobility
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Revolutionizing Battery Production for Electromobility

Fully automated process combines ultrafine cleaning and protective UV coating for battery cells, replacing the need for traditional film wrapping.

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Cordless Sprayer Offers 3 Configurations
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Cordless Sprayer Offers 3 Configurations

Titan’s Impact X 120 18V sprayer delivers up to 4 gallons per charge, reducing overspray by 50% and using a single battery system for multiple tools.

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Portfolio of Energy-Curable Coatings Launched
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Portfolio of Energy-Curable Coatings Launched

PPG's DuraNEXT portfolio includes EB and UV curable coatings, offering rapid, energy-efficient solutions for metal coil coaters.

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Industrial Paint Finishing Systems and Equipment
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Industrial Paint Finishing Systems and Equipment

Source: HERR HERR Industrial Inc. is a design-build manufacturer of industrial paint finishing systems and equipment.

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Reliant Finishing Systems
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Reliant Finishing Systems

Source: Reliant Since 2005, Reliant Finishing Systems has designed and manufactured thousands of appliances for powder coating, industrial painting and thermal processing.

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Finisher’s ‘Top Shop’ Status Attracts Business
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Finisher’s ‘Top Shop’ Status Attracts Business

This competitive California finisher made it a goal to become a PF Top Shop. After earning the recognition, the company experienced an immediate increase in business and a challenge to obtain certifications. 

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Products Finishing Reveals 2024 Qualifying Top Shops
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Products Finishing Reveals 2024 Qualifying Top Shops

PF reveals the qualifying shops in its annual Top Shops Benchmarking Survey — a program designed to offer shops insights into their overall performance in the industry. 

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Conferences, Trade Shows, Tours and Events
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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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Coatings Plant Evolves with Market Trends
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Coatings Plant Evolves with Market Trends

Expanding its focus from exclusively serving the RV industry, one of this company’s stand-alone coatings plant has successfully extended its services to additional markets.

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Choosing Paint for Fast-Paced, Extra Slip, High Temp Applications
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Choosing Paint for Fast-Paced, Extra Slip, High Temp Applications

Many industrial applications require coatings that not only offer corrosion resistance and aesthetics, but provide additional attributes such as heat resistance and quick drying properties. This helpful clinic offers a few examples. 

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Advantages of UV-LED Spot Curing for Collision Repair
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Advantages of UV-LED Spot Curing for Collision Repair

Carlisle Fluid Technologies’ Jacob Fortmeyer shares advantages, considerations and important equipment features for the UV-LED curing process.  

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FAQ: Liquid Coating

What is liquid coating?

There are four basic ingredient classes found in all liquid coatings: binders, pigments, carriers and additives. In combination, these components create a liquid technology that dries to a film, providing protection and aesthetics. Each of these four components is integral to the coating composition.

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What liquid coating is best for my operation?

An understanding of the composition and curing process of coatings provides insight for making a coating selection, helping finishers match the product to their performance, regulation and application requirements. The first decision in coating selection is often about the general type of technology preferred: solvent-borne, high-solids and waterborne.

https://www.pfonline.com/articles/choosing-the-right-liquid-coating-application

What is the best way to adjust viscosity in my paint?

Most coaters don’t think about the fact that adding solvent to reduce the viscosity of their coating is fundamentally changing the formulation of their paint.

Instead, we might try:

  • Create a staging area to get the paint to the right temperature before we bring it to the line
  • Develop summer/winter blends
  • Install paint heaters

https://www.pfonline.com/articles/adjusting-viscosity-in-liquid-coatings

How can I minimize leakage during coating?

Here are some recommendations for avoiding plug loss, leakage and rework.

  1. Use the correct plug size
  2. Use the correct plug type
  3. Pay attention to the plug’s lifespan
  4. Use custom solutions

https://www.pfonline.com/articles/how-to-minimize-plug-loss-and-leakage-during-coating

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