Reinvigorating the Workforce
Do education and outreach hold the key to solving manufacturing’s workforce problem?
Scott Francis
Editor-In-Chief, Products Finishing
Avoiding Webinar Disasters
Well-run webinars can be a very effective platform for maintaining engagement with partners, employees and clients.
Bales to Hold NSFD Educational Event
As part of National Surface Finishing Day (NSFD) celebrations on March 3, Bales Metal Surface Solutions has announced a webinar on the basics of coating, finishing and polishing, as well as a virtual shop tour.
NASF Announces 2021 Finishing Course Catalog
The NASF/AESF Foundation has announced its 2021 industry training schedule.
Online Anodizing Course Launches
AluConsult’s Anodizing School offers free webinar covering hard anodizing.
CCAI Finishing Education Foundation Awards 2020 Student Scholarships
The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation (CCAIFEF) announced 2020's Matt Heuertz Scholarship Award winners.
Additive Manufacturing Media Releases Education Presentation Series
Additive Manufacturing Media is releasing AM InDepth, a series on the future of 3D printing/additive manufacturing, as a part of IMTS Spark.
Powder Coating and Green Building
How powder coating can aid architectural applications in achieving environmental certifications.
Scott Francis
Editor-In-Chief, Products Finishing
NASF To Host Virtual Forum Reviewing EPA's Evaluation of PFAS
The July 28 webinar will discuss the EPA’s current review of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) compounds.
Cultivating the Next Generation of Finishing Industry Leaders
As a generation of experienced coaters and finishers look toward retirement, new leaders are beginning to emerge. Training, education, support and encouragement for new talent is crucial for the future of manufacturing.
Supply Chain Lessons from COVID-19
Don’t miss the upcoming webinar on supply chain deficits during COVID-19, and how to adapt with stronger, shorter supply chains from Gardner Business Media.
Women in Finishing Webinar: Living & Leading Through the Storms of Life
Women in Finishing group will host a free webinar, Living and Leading Through the Storms of Life, on April 24 at 2 pm GST.
Col-Met Offers Finishing Training Academy
Col-Met’s webinar-based training program provides training to expand finishing product knowledge and best practices for sales and service technicians.
ECOAT 2020 electrocoating event canceled due to coronovirus pandemic
Event organizers are currently evaluating digital tools for education and networking to be offered to those who planned to attend ECOAT, which has been cancelled due to the coronavirus situation.
A Conversation with Sheila LaMothe
Sheila LaMothe, executive director of the CCAI Finishing Education Foundation, discusses educational opportunities within the finishing industry and the foundation’s overarching mission.
Scott Francis
Editor-In-Chief, Products Finishing
Hitachi Hosts Free Plating Webinar on Process Control Feb. 25
Products Finishing presents Hitachi webinar on how to monitor and adjust plating line to ensure high quality.
ECOAT2020 Offers Education and Insights
Learn to maximize productivity, quality and profitability in your electrocoating operations.
CCAI Establishes Education Foundation
It's a non-profit charitable organization established to support education and training in the industrial finishing and coatings arena.
PCI Certification Emphasizes Powder Coating Done Right
The program offers two certification types. PCI 3000 Certification applies to custom coaters and PCI 4000 Certification is for original equipment manufacturers that apply powder coatings in-house.
Capital Cost Estimate Classes
Different levels of capital cost estimates provide key input for decisions over the life of surface finishing projects.
Webinar Discusses Reducing Cleaning Costs by 35%
Webinar explains the economics that determine the optimal disposal point of a cleaner bath.
Women in Finishing Webinar Recap: Living & Leading Through the Storms of Life
CCAI's Women in Finishing group presented a webinar featuring two leadership experts who gave tips for effective leadership during a crisis.
Jenny Rush
Managing Editor, Products Finishing
Webinar Looks at Trivalent Chromium Process Capability Study for OEMs
Mark Schario, executive vice president for Columbia Chemical, will present information on evaluating test matrix variables and performance results of exterior corrosion testing between trivalent and hexavalent.
A Conversation With ... Frank Altmayer, AESF Technical Education Director
Altmayer is a Master Surface Finisher, an AESF Fellow and technical education director of the AESF Foundation and NASF.
June Issue: How Changes Helped an Arizona Plater; Powder Coating Certifications
A change in management structure helps a Phoenix plating operation, and what are the benefits of getting your powder coating operation certified?
Video: A Look Inside the June Issue
The June issue of Products Finishing features a look at the Powder Coating Institute certification program, a peek inside a revitalized Phoenix plating operation, and a technical paper on anodizing cast aluminum alloys.
Sifco ASC Holding Free Plating, Anodizing Webinar April 24
Focus will be on manufacturing throughout the aerospace supply chain.
Powder Coating Institute 3000 and 4000 Certifications—What You Need to Know
Assessment Program Offers Comprehensive Audit for Custom Coaters and OEMs
