George Koch Sons Designs In-house Powder Coating System
New GKS powder line is prompting Nortek’s transition from the use of pre-painted steel coils to an in-house application process.
Tiger Drylac Offers New Customer Support Option
Tiger Drylac Powder Coating launches TigerText to help service customers
A Look at the Finishing Supply Chain and Workforce
The May 2021 issue of Products Finishing puts a focus on supply chain disruptions and the workforce skills gap.
#workforce development
Axalta Wins Three 2021 Edison Awards
Axalta's LiDAR Gonio-Retroreflectometer System (ALGRS), Spies Hecker Permahyd 5650 sealer and Universal Titan Primer and Enamel Coating have won 2021 Edison Awards.
Axalta Launches Mobility Coatings Business
The redefined transportation coatings business will focus on supporting e-mobility and its evolving coatings needs.
#management
Episode 4: Surface Finishing and Environmental Stewardship
In this episode of Products Finishing’s On the Line podcast we focus on the environment, recycling and sustainability. We’ll speak with powder coating recycling company Innovakote and hear about Advanced Plating Technologies’ efforts to recycle metals from electroplating sludge.
#sustainability
Sherwin-Williams Launches Hyper Durable Powder Coatings Line
Sherwin-Williams’ Echelon powder coatings provide long-term aesthetics and require minimal maintenance.
Coatings Industry Navigates Supply Chain Disruption
As the COVID pandemic continues, coating suppliers work to navigate raw material shortages and chemical price increases.
Stardust Guarantees Supplies Despite Raw Material Shortage
In the face of ongoing difficulties in the procurement of many raw materials necessary to manufacture paints and coatings and resulting price increases, Stardust renews its commitment to reliable service.
Blistering Defects and How to Avoid Them
Verney Denerville of TIGER Drylac discusses recommendations for avoiding or mitigating blistering defects in powder coatings.
#ask the expert #basics