PF BLOG

Automated Mixing Machine Saves Time, Provides Sustainability Benefits

Edited by Katie Leesemann

The Axalta Irus Mix mixing machine’s technology reduces the need for manual mixing.
#sustainability #automotive

Liquid Coating

HMG Paints Receives JOSCAR Supplier Accreditation

Edited by Katie Leesemann

HMG Paints has received a Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register registration mark.
#regulation #military

7 Products Added to United Grinding Lineup

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Three of United Grinding’s brands are expanding the company’s portfolio of grinding and measuring equipment with the addition of seven products.
#measurement-testing

Electroplating

Umicore Metal Deposition Solutions Names Managing Director of Electroplating Business Line

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Michael Herkommer has been named managing director of the electroplating business line at Umicore Metal Deposition Solutions.
#management

Datacolor Acquires Matchmycolor

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Datacolor has acquired Matchmycolor, strengthening the Datacolor's ability to provide more color management solutions to meet customer goals.
#management

CARB to Consider Proposed ATCM Amendments for Chrome Platers, Anodizers

Edited by Scott Francis

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will conduct an Airborne Toxic Control Measure (ATCM) for Chromium Electroplating and Chromic Acid Anodizing Operations public hearing on May 25, 2023, at 9 a.m.

Gema Adds ServiceNet Technician

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Frank Andrews joins the Gema service team as a ServiceNet technician, providing service to Gema’s North American customers.
#workforce development

Liquid Coating

Ergonomically Designed Spray Gun Provides Flexibility

Edited by Katie Leesemann

The SFlow 7/8" Universal from Sames North America is designed to provide flexibility, and handle high solid content paints and high rich zinc primers.

Global Product Manager Joins Carlisle Fluid Technologies Team

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Corey Sorrento is joining Carlisle Fluid Technologies as global product manager.
#workforce development

Parts Cleaning

Industry Experts Create On-Demand Aqueous Cleaning Program

Edited by Angela Osborne

Participants who pass the program quizzes earn a certificate of successful completion, as well as 4 hours of continuing education credit from Sam Houston State University.

Powder Coating

Powder Coating Line Adds Color, Style, Performance to Brake Caliper Design

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Interpon A1243 from AkzoNobel is a powder coating range designed for the needs of automotive OEMs, supporting color, style and performance demands for brake calipers.
#automotive

Mechanical Finishing

Lapping, Polishing Film Maximizes Strengths, Maintains Flexibility

Edited by Katie Leesemann

Dia-Strip and Dia-Sheet film from Titan Tool Supply has a distinct construction that the company says makes it durable while remaining flexible, bendable and formable.