Scott Francis

Scott Francis Editor-In-Chief

electronics

MKS Instruments Acquires Atotech

The acquistion positions MKS to advance electronic device miniaturization and complexity, as well as extend product offerings for industrial applications.

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regulation

NASF Releases August 2022 Policy Update

The National Association for Surface Finishing has released a Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of August.

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management

Episode 22: An Interview with Gary Vasilash, Gardner Business Media

Transportation editor Gary Vasilash discusses the automotive industry today and what the future might hold for surface finishers.

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editorial

A Sea Change for Automotive?

Investments in new energy vehicles by major automotive OEMs have been signaling a larger share of the market for electrified vehicles in the not so distant future — but when should finishers invest in new capabilities?

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regulation

NASF Releases July 2022 Policy Update

The National Association for Surface Finishing has released a Policy Update, summarizing some of the pertinent regulatory developments and new announcements from the month of July.

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Electroplating

Registration Opens for Electroless Nickel Conference 2022

Electroless Nickel Conference 2022 will take place October 11-13 at the Omni Severin in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Embracing Tools for Continuous Improvement

Triplex Plating is a great example of how to use benchmarking, training and employee feedback as tools for continuous improvement.

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Electroplating

American Plating Power Opens Vermont Facility

Rectifier supplier American Plating Power announces second new location in Williston, Vermont.

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Electroplating

Episode 21: Interviews From SUR/FIN 2022

Conversations from the trade show floor on the finishing community’s response to increased hexavalent chrome and PFAS fume suppressant regulations.

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Video Podcast: The Role of Finishing in the General Supply Chain

Maria Lamorey of PPG’s Industrial Coatings division discusses the role of coatings play in today’s supply chain.

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Electroplating

Nanostructured Zinc Nickel Solution Targets Oil & Gas Industries

Coating system for oil and gas industries designed to replace cadmium, PTFE and ceramic-metallic coatings.

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photo finish

Powder Coating Sublimation

This decorative powder coating system can be used to create realistic wood grains and custom images.

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