May 2016 ISSUE
A Conversation with...Tanya Bolden, Automotive Industry Action Group
Bolden, the director of corporate responsibility products and services for AIAG, will speak at NASF Sur/Fin in June.
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FEATURES
Parts CleaningA Conversation with...Tanya Bolden, Automotive Industry Action Group
Bolden, the director of corporate responsibility products and services for AIAG, will speak at NASF Sur/Fin in June.Electroplating
American Plating Power opens Mexico branch
Enrique Valentin will be Latin America sales manager; he has been employed with American Plating Power for the past six years as an application engineer and senior technician for Latin America.
Liquid Coating
CCAI, PCI Hold Joint 2016 Annual Meeting in Colorado
2016 Annual Meetings from June 19–23 at the Westin Riverfront Beaver Creek in Vail, Colorado.Parts Cleaning
Dürr Group Holding Grand Opening of Southfield HQ
The company will hold a grand opening and ribbon cutting June 17 as it combines Plymouth, Auburn Hills and Wixom offices.Dynavac Announces Partnership with Winona PVD Coatings
System’s modular design incorporates multiple process stations, proprietary high-duty chamber isolation valves, and an integrated wheel handling system.Mechanical Finishing
Greaseless to Greatness for Structured Surface Finishes
The conversion from greaseless abrasive compounds and buffs to nonwoven technology for textured satin finishes without the mess.
Powder Coating
Greener Grass Through Pretreatment Changes
Manufacturer Agri-Fab changes pretreatment for zero discharge to save on energy costs and meet customer needs.
Anodizing
Improving the Life of Tanks and Liners
Maintenance of aging plants and equipment is a controllable expense, but only if you are proactive.
Anodizing
Lincoln Industries Hosting 'Inspired 2016'
May 25–26 event is an opportunity to meet experts from across the country, explore best practices, discuss industry trends, increase technical knowledge, tour their facilities and learn the latest in coating and electroplating technologies.Powder Coating
May Go-To Gal: Kally Powell, Production Coordinator, All-Color Powder Coating Inc.
Know a guy or gal in the industry who should be recognized? Email Jess Larkin at jlarkin@PFonline.com.Electroplating
Methods and Tooling Design Considerations for Rack Plating
Recognize your unique metal finishing requirements and criteria and reconcile them with the right processes.Anodizing
NASF Palmetto Hosting Billy Smith Golf Tournament
The May 13 tournament at at Woodfrin Ridge Golf Club honors late Palmetto Plating technical director.Electroplating
NASF Report May 2016: The Surface Technology Environmental Resource Center
NASF and its foundation partner with National Center for Manufacturing Science to better coordinate regulatory and ethical guidance for finishers.
National Election Dominates NASF Washington Forum
Annual NASF Washington Forum is to get the latest info on important legislative and regulatory matters.Electroplating
One-Plate EN Bath Solution Streamlines Process
Single-solution make up and replenisher saves on plating costs by simplifying the traditionally 3-step EN process.
Electroplating
Plating Shop Owner Richard Taylor Going Strong at 100
Mansfield, Ohio, shop was started by Taylor's father, and features zinc coatings with chromate top coatings, as well as bright chrome decorative finishes are available.Liquid Coating
PPG Expands Aerospace Coatings Development, Capabilities at UK Facility
$2 million investment supports installation of advanced-technology equipment for evaluating paint characteristics.Electroplating
Rosenboom Adding In-House Plating Operations
Officials say the expansion comes after receiving a production contract with the U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Life Cycle Management Command to make a HPG spring and HPG pump.Electroplating
The National Election Dominates the Discussion at the 2016 NASF Washington Forum
An essential NASF conference to get the latest on important legislative and regulatory matters.Parts Cleaning
Update: FDA Releases Draft Guidance for Additive Manufacturing of Medical Devices
The benefits of AM may result in cleaning challenges. The layer-by-layer process of AM allows complex internal support structures and tortuous internal channels.Anodizing
Update: IDL Precision Talks Purchasing Plating Shop
Owners of IDL Precision Machining push back ownership of plating shop they are purchasing to June 1.Vergason Technology Celebrates 30 Years
Over the past three decades, VTI founded in 1986 by Gary Vergason has emerged as the leading innovator in physical vapor deposition coating services and systems.Powder Coating
