Feature Articles

Nickel Regulation and NASF Action
The NASF continues to work closely on advocacy efforts to ensure that U.S. and global regulatory bodies make responsible and scientifically-informed decisions on materials uses for a range of coatings processes.

Breaking Old Mechanical Finishing Habits
Changing the process earns one finisher a $2+ million annual contract, therefore when we look at mechanical finishing, the first and most important items that should be considered are the shape and type of part

Surviving an OSHA Inspection
Hearing that an inspector is at the door can send shudders down the spine of any facility manager. The writer speaks from personal experience: his company went through an inspection by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Recent Issue: June 2013

June 2013

June 2013

News Briefs

DSM Opens New Plant to Manufacture Anti-Reflective Coating

OSHA cites A.W.T. World Trade for 28 violations, including unsafe spray finishing operations at Chicago factory

Atotech Collaborates with Case Western Reserve on Nanotechnology

NEI Electrically Conducting Coating Resists Corrosion

Jotun to Phase Out Lead Chromates from Coatings

Enthone Names Global Marketing VP for Performance Coatings

Electrocoat Association Adds Director to Board

Datacolor Redesigns Website for Greater Customer Support

U.S. Demand for Corrosion Inhibitors to Reach $2.5 Billion in 2017

Elsyca Analysis Tool Identifies Potential Plating Issues

GM Recognizes Siemens with Supplier Award

High Road Capital Partners Completes Purchase of Coater

PPG Industrial Coatings Adds Electronic Materials Products

U.K. Paint Manufacturer Partners with Motorsports Firm

Beverage Can Producer Names Henkel Top Supplier

George Koch Sons to Acquire Material Handling System Maker

Anodyne to Process Boeing Aircraft Parts

Acme Appoints Director of Business Development-Europe

Group says EPA favored environmental groups in information requests

PPG Wins Automotive Award for Tint Dispersions

BASF Sponsors Vocational Training Centers

CGW-Camel Acquires California Abrasives Manufacturer

Pavco HyPro Products Gain Chrysler Approval

Plasmatreat Acquires Plasma Specialist

Axalta Names Technical Manager for Powder Coatings

Blog

Q&A: Hard-To-Buff Silver Deposit

Q&A: Removing Emulsified Oils from Cleaner

Q&A: Removing Buffing Compound

Kirchner's "Scoreboard" Finds Its Way On Shop Walls

Axalta Coating Systems Launches New Logo, Website

CCAI Awards 2013 Scholarships at NDSU

End of the Line

A Conversation with … Ron Hull, Axalta Coating Systems

Finishing Touch

The Aerospace Finishing World According To J.C. Hall

Never Finished

‘They Never Call Me Back.’ No Kidding.

New Products

Fischer Instruments Measure Micro-Hardness

Birchwood Technologies Polymer Sealant Produces Protective Finish

DuroAir System Recycles Industrial Indoor Air

Wilden Pump Brochure Targets Paint, Coatings Market

Klingspor Cross, Square Pads Constructed of Multi-Layer Strips

Electronics Coating in One Simple Step

Mocap Silicone Masking Tape Bonds without Adhesive

Nordson Porcelain Enamel Coating Technologies Improve Efficiency, Performance

David Weismann Infrared Boost System Works with Hot Air Ovens

Walmec Compressed Air Filters Remove Contaminants

Sifco Plating Rectifiers Offer Quick Adjustment Features

Martech Breathable Air System Features Single-Line Hose Assembly

Radiant Energy Industrial Infrared Heater Suited for Contaminated Environments

SensoTech Adapter Eases Installation of Bath Analyzer

Dörken Coating System Improves Operating Efficiency

Henkel Sourcebook Features Dispensing, Curing Equipment

INGP Powder Neutralizes, Absorbs Flocculants

Sames Manual Powder System Available in Box, Hopper Feed Versions

Force Control Clutch Brake System Features Lubrication Technology

Kennametal Surface Treatments Provide Wear Resistance on Complex Components

Bionomic NOx Control Solution Improves Wet Scrubbing Operations

Herkules Washer System Cleans Paint Guns

Weiler Video Showcases Zirconium Flap Discs


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