Polychem's 2024/2025 Powder Color Trend Collection
The color trend collection consists of 30 powder colors that represent trends.
Episode 40: On The Line Discusses Industry Trends, Year Ahead
To celebrate the 40th installment of Products Finishing’s On the Line column and podcast, the PF crew sat down to discuss industry trends and initiatives.
Episode 39: Expediting ERP Software Deployments
Products Finishing learns about a recent manufacturing software deployment by Steelhead Technologies that was completed in record time for A1 Paint, Powder and Sandblasting.
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Causes for Cross Contamination
Cross contamination of powder coatings is often the result of poor habits in the powder room. Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers an example of how to mitigate cross contamination.
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Expanding Custom Work Enables Top Shop to Shine
This six-person shop rallies together to offer diverse finishing jobs that are growing to include custom show parts for automobiles and motorcycles.
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Recoating Best Practices
Powder coating consultant Rodger Talbert offers advice for recoating successfully without excess orange peel or inconsistent gloss.
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Low-Energy Powder Coating Helps Reduce Energy Consumption
Interpon D1036 Low-E cures at temperatures 30◦C lower than traditional powder coatings.
ERP Provider Demonstrates Streamlined Installation
Steelhead Technologies claims 36-hour ERP deployment sets new industry standard.
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Forms+Surfaces Expands from Humble Beginnings to Global Market Leader
Originally founded in Santa Barbara, California, the company now manufactures in multiple U.S. locations and in India.
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Surface Preparation for Best Adhesion for Powder Coating
Kevin Biller with ChemQuest recommends the proper way to prepare a surface for powder coating that leads to excellent adhesion on 304SST.
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