Nickel and dimed just got more expensive
Don’t look now, but those who dabble in nickel may be getting hit hard soon by additional price increases if – as expected – the Chinese market has a surge in the demand for the metal.
#economics
A Conversation With...Mike McDonald
In an economy where manufacturers are being challenged in intense global competition, mid-sized firms can only ask their suppliers for so much.
#economics
E-coat Pretreat
I’m looking for an environmentally friendly pretreat for reinforcing rods that are to be epoxy coated on a conveyor line. What is available in the market that can increase my cathodic E-coat performance?
#economics
The Rich—A Necessary Cog in Our Economy
The United States runs on capitalism, where the means of production and distribution are privately owned and operated for profit. So a capitalist, by definition, is a generator of wealth, as is the typical successful business owner.
#economics
The Family Business: a Never-Ending Saga
Think taxes, economics and human emotions.
#management #economics
Warsaw Report
Medical-related finishing holding up In A Tough Economy
#medical #economics
Yes, the Economy is Lousy
This makes it a great time to transfer your business to your kids.
#economics
Bridging the Gap
New bell positioned in market between conventional guns and high-end bells
#economics
Surface Finishing in the “Exponential Economy”
What you need to do to keep up (and thrive) in a time of rapid change.
#economics
Dip-Spin Painting Equipment
I am interested in finding out information regarding the size of the market for dip spin finishing equipment. Information regarding suppliers of the coatings and equipment would be helpful.
#economics
Life Settlements: An Easy Way to Make 15.83% Average Rate of Return Per Year
The stock market is uncertain.
#economics
Painting Structural Steel Indoors
If more than one type of coating could perform, then what are the economics of the different systems?
#economics
Must-Read Books for Surface Finishers
The successful surface finishing manager of the future will:
A) Display a keen understanding of how the manufacturing economy and surface finishing industry evolve.
#economics
Plater Finds A Niche In The Medical Plating Market
The medical plating market is not for everyone
#medical #pollution control #economics
A Hunt for the Elusive Surface Finishing Economic Forecast
During a 30-day period this year, I pulled the following headlines related to the U.S. economy from various periodicals.
#economics
It’s Not Jobs, Stupid
In 1992, one of Bill Clinton’s campaign managers summed up the key issue of that year’s presidential election in just four words: “It’s the economy, stupid.”
Fast-forward to 2007, and ask most any politician: What’s the biggest issue facing U.S. manufacturing today?
#workforce development #economics
Try a Holistic Approach to Improve Anodizing Processes
Continuous improvements in quality and process efficiency are a must if your company is to compete in today’s market.
#economics
SFIC Washington Forum: Plating and Politics
More than 150 finishing industry professionals converged on our nation’s capitol in May for the second SFIC Washington Forum.
#economics
THE POWDER COATING INSTITUTE
With The Powder Coating Institute in its twenty-fifth year, many of us involved with the organization have been looking back to see how far the industry have come, as well as looking forward to see where the industry can develop new applications and ensure ever expanding market penetration in a wide range of industries.
#economics #curing #masking
Powder Coating Expands Its Coverage in the 21st Century
Powder coating remains the fastest growing industrial finishing method in North America, currently representing about 15 percent of the total market. About 5,000 industrial finishers in North America apply powder to a countless array of products for a high quality and durable finish, resisting scratches, corrosion, abrasion, chemicals and detergents. The powder coating process also maximizes production, cuts costs, improves efficiency and offers maximum compliance with environmental regulations.
#regulation #economics #sustainability