#SALES

HMG Paints and Prodrive Collaborate on Race Car

HMG Paints coatings will appear on the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 this year.

Parts Cleaning

Alternative to Traditional Alkaline Cleaners Lowers Costs

To lower cleaning costs, consider switching from your current alkaline cleaner to a true neutral pH cleaner.

Videos: 40 Under 40 Class of 2024

In these uncertain times, it is refreshing to hear from and learn about young talent in the surface finishing industry who are striving to make a difference within their organizations and the industry as a whole.
#workforcedevelopment #40-under-40

Metal Finishing Technologies Acquires of Aqua Blasting Corp.

Metal Finishing Technologies has acquired Connecticut-based Aqua Blasting Corp. in a move to expand its surface treatment offerings. 

AkzoNobel Supports Sustainability With Virtual Reality

AkzoNobel will be showcasing the virtual reality (VR) training system that it developed as part of its Aerofleet training portfolio.

Walter Surface Technologies Acquires PushCorp Inc.

Walter’s acquisition of PushCorp is intended to contribute to the company’s objective of expanding its offerings into robotics for material removal operations.

Parts Cleaning

TTX Environmental Solves Customer Issue with Electro-Ceramic Desalination Wastewater Processing

Electroplating facility without access to a drainage system found a safe solution for wastewater treatment and reuse.

Industrial Cleaning Shop Zeros In on Precision

This parts cleaning company is elevating its efforts to become a technical cleanliness expert, which presents an exciting, yet sometimes arduous, journey. The ongoing education of the team as well as significant investments in equipment and processes attribute to this shop’s success.

AkzoNobel Completes Capacity Expansion at Vietnam Facility

AkzoNobel added five powder coating lines along with a line for producing water-based products for the consumer electronics market to its multipurpose site in Bac Ninh province, Vietnam. 

PPG Reviews Strategic Alternatives for Architectural Coatings Business in U.S. & Canada

PPG is reviewing its architectural coatings business in the U.S. and Canada. The company affirms that the review is routine strategic in nature.

Parts Cleaning

Walmec Unveils Membrane Dryer for Sensitive Applications

The AMD-035 membrane dryer is built for longevity and designed for sensitive applications.

IHEA Announces Industrial Heating Decarbonization Summit

The Industrial Heating Equipment Association (IHEA) will be holding the Industrial Heating Decarbonization Summit in October.

Electroplating

Episode 42: An Interview with Robin Deal, Hubbard-Hall

Hubbard-Hall wastewater treatment specialist Robin Deal discusses the latest trends in wastewater management. 
#pollutioncontrol #regulation #sustainability

AkzoNobel Ups Powder Coatings Capacity With Investments

AkzoNobel has invested $30 million into its North American power coatings manufacturing sites in order to expand its reach and capabilities.

Powder Coating

‘Warming Up’ to the Truth about Ovens for Surface Treatment

Understanding the different types of oven heat technology for surface finishing, including how they work, and their advantages and disadvantages, can help determine the best heating solution for an application.
#curing

Championing Free Enterprise

"The spirit of free enterprise fuels the economic engine of our nation and allows for the creation of wealth and prosperity.”

Liquid Coating

PPG Unveils Copper-Free Antifouling Coating

Nexeon 810 surface technology delivers emissions savings.

Anodizing

BIM Files for Lorin’s Finishes Available for Direct Download

Access BIM files for anodized aluminum colors and finishes on Lorin’s website.

Deadline March 31 for 2024 Parts Cleaning Conference Speaker Submissions

Do you have an interest in speaking at the Parts Cleaning Conference in September at IMTS? Submit your abstract now!

Powder Coating

Cheers to Another National Surface Finishing Day

Celebrating the contributions of finishing operations across the nation. 
#editorial #nsfd