AkzoNobel Joins Program to Promote Sustainability
Seven broad consortia have been established as part of the government-funded “Perspectief” program, with AkzoNobel set to play a leading role in the SusInkCoat project.
Episode 40: On The Line Discusses Industry Trends, Year Ahead
To celebrate the 40th installment of Products Finishing’s On the Line column and podcast, the PF crew sat down to discuss industry trends and initiatives.
Congratulations, You’re a Vice-President
New title. Heightened respect from others. What else changes? Almost everything.
Engineered Shaped Ceramic Grain for Better Grinding
RazorStar fiber discs, quick-change discs and belts offer high performance in tough grinding applications.
Updated ED-XRF Analysis
The latest spectrometers from Spectro Analytical Instruments feature upgrades including improved spectra handling for increased screening method accuracy.
#measurement-testing
Plating Shop Leverages Ingenuity to Strive for Perfection
With unique systems in place, this zinc plating Top Shop offers several value-added services for its customers while focusing on top-notch customer service.
#Top Shops
From Drain to Gain with Smart Wastewater Recovery
Incorporating digital monitoring to maximize performance.
Altana Expands Presence in Effect Pigments
By acquiring the Silberline Group, Altana is expanding its Eckart division and strengthening its regional presence, particularly in North America and Asia.
Beckers Group Appoints Chief Sustainability Officer
Since 2016 Nicklas Augustsson’s focus has been sustainability, driving the group sustainability agenda and heading the global sustainability team.
Analyzer for Smart Coatings and Connected Measurements
The analyzer includes a proportional counter detector for routine measurements of common platings and incorporates advanced user-friendly features designed to enhance high-volume testing.
#measurement-testing
MacDermid Enthone Acquires All-Star Chemical Co.'s Chemical Solutions
Going forward, All-Star’s chemical solutions will be integrated into MacDermid Enthone’s portfolio.
MicroCare Welcomes New Chief Operating Officer
MicroCare has appointed Lu Anne Green as the chief operating officer (COO).
Finishing Activity Contracted in December, Up 1.3 from November’s 43.6
Finishing activity posted its first uptick, in this case, a slight slowing of contraction, since August 2023.
Hubbard-Hall Inc. Appoints COO/Executive VP
Photo Credit: Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall has appointed Aaron Mambrino as chief operating officer (COO) and executive vice president of the company. Mambrino, a 20-year industry veteran, takes over from Gerry Mastropietro, who will retire after 41 years with the company at the end of 2024.
Uyemura Appoints Technical Service Engineer
The company expands its technical service capacity in the northeast.
Cetec ERP Release Includes Order Batching
The feature streamlines work order batch management and provides additional shopfloor control for effective production management in manufacturing.
Koch Finishing Systems Announces New President
Josh Gilberg has successfully led various teams and spearheaded key initiatives over the past three years.
Register Now for Women in Finishing Forum and Apply for Scholarship
The fifth WiF FORUM will be held April 15-17, 2024, at the Drury Plaza Lake Buena Vista Orlando in Orlando, Florida. Applications are also being accepted now for the Elizabeth Teska Women in Finishing FORUM Scholarship.
Powder Coating Week 2024 Offers Education and Networking
On March 11-13, 2024, this event for powder coaters will combine training, presentations, technical sessions, tabletop exhibits, roundtable discussions, expert panels and social activities.
#education
3 Reasons to Implement Vacuum Degreasing
Improvements in air emissions and waste when using vacuum degreasing also result in cost reduction.
#ask the expert