#MARKETING

Understanding Robotic Vacuum Impregnation

Robotic vacuum impregnation can be used to seal porosity, minimize scrap, increase throughput and reduce costs.
#ask the expert #vacuum-vapor

Axalta Wins Two 2024 BIG Innovation Awards

Both the company’s Voltatex 7345 A ECO Wire Enamel and its Raptor Flameproof Coating have won the 2024 BIG Innovation Award presented by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG).

Powder Coating

Polychem's 2024/2025 Powder Color Trend Collection

The color trend collection consists of 30 powder colors that represent trends.

Self-Calibration Option for Rotational Viscometer

If added, the option will enable the instrument to self-calibrate throughout its life with a one-time purchase of this option.
#measurement-testing

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.

Powder Coating

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

Electroplating

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

Parts Cleaning

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.