Always Moving Forward
Fall trade shows, conferences and in-person events are ramping up for everyone in the manufacturing industry. Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis discusses a few of the opportunities on the horizon.
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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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Building Momentum for the Future of the Finishing Industry
Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis offers a quick recap of this year’s SUR/FIN surface finishing industry trade show.
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Bumps in the Road
The past two years have been challenging in many ways — here are some thoughts on moving forward during difficult times.
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How to Find a Job in the Finishing Industry
The time is ripe to find a great job in the finishing industry. Here are some resources and training opportunities that may aid you in your search.
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Celebrating the Experts of Surface Finishing
From recent events like Powder Coating Week to virtual celebrations like National Surface Finishing Day, a sense of optimism for the future of surface finishing is palpable.
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What’s New for '22?
As we settle into 2022, Products Finishing editor Scott Francis discusses some of PF’s exciting initiatives for the coming year.
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The Year in Review
Products Finishing offers a look back at some of the most noteworthy finishing industry stories from 2021.
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In Service of an Industry
Lessons from the stewards of surface finishing.
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Celebrating Top Shops
The real way to be a Top Shop? Take care of your customers and your team.
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It's About Perseverance
Products Finishing Editor-in-Chief Scott Francis talks about the importance of in-person trade shows.
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Being the New Guy
Products Finishing editor-in-chief, Scott Francis, discusses digging into his first industry event after a year and a half on the job.
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Who's Ready to Get On the Road Again?
Despite challenges, the surface finishing industry ramps up for a return to sorely missed in-person business and networking opportunities.
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Embracing the Future of Finishing
Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis discusses the challenges and the changing landscape of the finishing industry — and how new technologies might carry the industry forward.
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Saving the Family Glider
How awesome is powder coating? It might just preserve precious family memories.
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High Fives for the Surface Finishing Industry
National Surface Finishing Day offered what seems to have been a missing component in our makeshift gatherings over the past year, which is a chance to celebrate together.
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The Work We Do
In a time when so many are coping with loss, Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis takes time to reflect on the importance of hard work and the bigger picture within the finishing community.
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The Changing Landscape of Automotive
Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis considers the future of automotive beyond the pandemic and in the advent of electric vehicles.
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Products Finishing Then, Now and Tomorrow
As 2020 comes to a close, Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis discusses upcoming initiatives for 2021.
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