June 2023 Issue
June 2023
Digital EditionFeatures
Featured articles from the June 2023 issue of Products Finishing
Seven Times, Seven Different Ways
To make sure a message is received and acted upon, getting to seven times is simply a matter of choosing the communication modes most likely to reach the audience.
Read MoreCrossing the Streams
Products Finishing looks to its sister brands at Gardner Business Media for new ways to collaborate and provide deeper insights into the ways various manufacturing technologies touch today’s applications.
Read MoreAn Overview of Correct Vibratory Bowl Set-Up
As delivered from the manufacturer, vibratory bowls are set-up to operate in a functional motion pattern. However, future maintenance to replace a faulty motor or if a bowl is relined, or to replace worn-out bearings, may result in a machine with poor mechanical motion once reassembly is complete. Here are some helpful hints to correct this situation.
Read MoreTop Shop Emphasizes Dedication, Work Ethic
With a primary focus on aerospace and defense work, American Metaseal Corp. of Arbutus, Maryland, has qualified as a Top Shop on multiple occasions.
Read MoreCan You Afford to Not Use Custom Masking?
Are you weighing the costs of a custom masking solution vs. an off-the-shelf solution? Christy Schulthess of Custom Fabricating & Supplies discusses the overall savings that can be realized with custom masking.
Read MoreThe 2024 Ford Mustang: All the Colors Available
Although Chevrolet has announced the end of the Camaro and Dodge is offering “Last Call” editions of the Charger and Challenger, the Ford Mustang is launching to its seventh generation.
Read MoreFinishing Activity Ended April Down 1.3 Points vs. March
Finishing Activity: The April Index signaled contraction, closing at 49.0 compared to March’s 50.3.
Read MoreReplacing Discontinued Vapor Degreasing Fluids – 3 Things to Consider
What do you do when you learn your trusted line of vapor degreasing cleaning fluids will soon be discontinued? Elizabeth Norwood of MicroCare discusses what you should keep in mind when replacing discontinued vapor degreasing fluids.
Read MoreThe Positive (and Negative) On Airflow
Jeremy Winters of Accudraft Paint Booths shares how solvent and water-based coatings are affected by a paint booth’s airflow.
Read MoreHigh Appearance Standards
Ever have an enticing powder coating job come your way, but aren’t sure if your capabilities can meet the specifications? Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers advice for realistically assessing whether or not to take the job.
Read MoreColor Change Time in a Booth
Thinking of switching to a powder booth capable of rapid color changes? Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers advice on what you should keep in mind as you consider investing in new equipment.
Read MoreNASF/AESF Foundation Research Project #122: Electrochemical Approaches to Treatment of PFAS in Plating Wastewater - 8th Quarterly Report
This eighth quarter report covers work to prepare and characterize surface-fluorinated Ti4O7 anodes to enhance further the PFAS degradation process.
Read MoreTin-Zinc Alloy Electroplating and Its Corrosion Behavior
An NASF/AESF Foundation Research Program Retrospective
Read MoreSelective Plating Certification for Oil and Gas
Certification ensures consistent quality of selective brush plating for premium threaded connections.
Read MoreLow-Temperature-Cure Powder Coatings Offer Unique Opportunities
An in-depth look at the advantages of low-temperature-cure powder coatings and the considerations for incorporating them into your process.
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