Lori Beckman Senior Editor

Lori Beckman is Senior Editor of Products Finishing, a property of Gardner Business Media. Lori has been a writer/editor in the manufacturing industry since 2004, creating content mostly for the Production Machining brand before joining the PF staff. She has been representing the brands at industry events across the world and has been covering industrial parts cleaning for many years as well.

Lori is also the co-chair for the annual Parts Cleaning Conference, which provides industrial cleaning guidance and training from presentations by experts in the field.

Lori has a B.A. in Communications from the University of Dayton. She resides in Cincinnati, Ohio, with her husband and two children.

Robert McLaughlin Retires from Axalta Board of Directors

Edited by Lori Beckman April 25, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Robert M. McLaughlin has decided he will retire from Axalta’s board of directors and will not stand for re-election at the company’s 2024 Annual General Meeting of Members.

Connect, Collaborate and Contribute to the Industry at SUR/FIN 2024

By: Lori Beckman April 23, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Atlanta, Georgia, is the home to this year’s NASF SUR/FIN conference and trade show.
#nasf #surfin

Technic Appoints Director/Research and Development

Edited by Lori Beckman April 23, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

In his new role, Matt Sylvestre oversees and coordinates all research and development projects at Technic's Cranston, Rhode Island, facility, as well as manage the operations of the R&D laboratory.

Gema USA Welcomes New Controller

Edited by Lori Beckman April 23, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Alicia Czyszczon joins the company from USA Comfort Corp. where she served as the controller since 2015.

Electroplating

Top Shop’s Journey to Building a Unique Brand

By: Lori Beckman April 22, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Since this new Ohio plater took over the space and assets of a former plating business, it is intentional about setting itself apart from prior ownership.
#aerospace #management #Top Shops

Register for In-Person Finishing Courses from NASF

Edited by Lori Beckman April 22, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Three classes are offered during Sur/Fin 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Greater Environmental Responsibility and Innovation in the Powder Coatings Industry

Edited by Lori Beckman April 21, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Marchesini emphasized the need for unified international regulation and addressed the issue of dangerous raw materials still being used in some parts of the world.

PPG Appoints VP Environment, Health and Safety

Edited by Lori Beckman April 21, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Lyndee Brassieur will report to Ram Vadlamannati, senior vice president, operations.

AkzoNobel Invests in Dutch Research Labs

Edited by Lori Beckman April 20, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Work is about to start on building a technology center for powder coatings, while a new polymer lab has just opened which will develop resin technologies for all the company’s businesses.

Hubbard-Hall Acquires Prosys Finishing Technology

Edited by Lori Beckman April 18, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

With this strategic move, Hubbard-Hall expands its product portfolio and welcomes Randy DiSano, former owner of Prosys, to its team.

ChemQuest Hires VP and Director

Edited by Lori Beckman April 16, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

The ChemQuest Group welcomes Sharon Feng, Ph.D., as a vice president, and Prem Patel as a director.

HeaterTek Welcomes National Sales Manager

Edited by Lori Beckman April 16, 2024 - 12:00 AM EST

Kyle Faulman joins the company with over 30 years of experience in the metal finishing industry.