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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.

Lori Beckman
Senior Editor, Products Finishing

Robert McLaughlin Retires from Axalta Board of Directors

Robert M. McLaughlin has decided he will retire from Axalta’s board of directors and will not stand for re-election at the company’s 2024 Annual General Meeting of Members.

Anodizing

Columbia Chemical and Alufinish Announce Collaboration

By combining their sales and service capabilities and resources for the U.S. market, the two companies will cover the entire aluminum alloy surface treatment process from pre-treatment to anodizing and coating.

Liquid Coating

Episode 43: Unpacking Paint Expo 2024

Products Finishing recaps observations from Paint Expo 2024 in Karlsruhe, Germany.

Gema USA Welcomes New Controller

Alicia Czyszczon joins the company from USA Comfort Corp. where she served as the controller since 2015.

Technic Appoints Director/Research and Development

In his new role, Matt Sylvestre oversees and coordinates all research and development projects at Technic's Cranston, Rhode Island, facility, as well as manage the operations of the R&D laboratory.

Register for In-Person Finishing Courses from NASF

Three classes are offered during Sur/Fin 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Connect, Collaborate and Contribute to the Industry at SUR/FIN 2024

Atlanta, Georgia, is the home to this year’s NASF SUR/FIN conference and trade show.

Lori Beckman
Senior Editor, Products Finishing

Greater Environmental Responsibility and Innovation in the Powder Coatings Industry

Marchesini emphasized the need for unified international regulation and addressed the issue of dangerous raw materials still being used in some parts of the world.

PPG Appoints VP Environment, Health and Safety

Lyndee Brassieur will report to Ram Vadlamannati, senior vice president, operations.

AkzoNobel Invests in Dutch Research Labs

Work is about to start on building a technology center for powder coatings, while a new polymer lab has just opened which will develop resin technologies for all the company’s businesses.

Hubbard-Hall Acquires Prosys Finishing Technology

With this strategic move, Hubbard-Hall expands its product portfolio and welcomes Randy DiSano, former owner of Prosys, to its team.

ChemQuest Hires VP and Director

The ChemQuest Group welcomes Sharon Feng, Ph.D., as a vice president, and Prem Patel as a director.

Powder Coating

Film Thickness Control

Have a powder coating job that requires precise film thickness control? Products Finishing columnist Rodger Talbert offers advice controlling the variables that can impact your success.

Electroplating

Top Shop’s Journey to Building a Unique Brand

Since this new Ohio plater took over the space and assets of a former plating business, it is intentional about setting itself apart from prior ownership.

Lori Beckman
Senior Editor, Products Finishing

HeaterTek Welcomes National Sales Manager

Kyle Faulman joins the company with over 30 years of experience in the metal finishing industry.

Electrocoating

Sustainability, Electrification and Mobility

Industry events like ECOAT are good indicators of the trends that are top of mind for those in manufacturing.

Parts Cleaning

CO2-Reducing Pretreatment Solutions and Zinc Flake Coatings

The pretreatment process includes a low-temperature, long life cleaner, near neutral pH descale, zirconium pretreatment and ambient temperature adhesion promoter.

Cetec ERP Awarded Best Overall Manufacturing Software

Cetec ERP was picked Best Overall manufacturing software and won awards in multiple categories including Best for Planning and Scheduling, Best for Procurement, Best for Bill of Materials (BOM), and more.

American Reshore Unveils Polishing and Plating Facility

Blackstone Industries of Piedras Negras (Mexico) has announced the inauguration of its polishing and plating facility in Piedras Negras, situated on the Texas border.

Liquid Coating

Dürr Develops New Paint Supply System for Industrial Applications

Dürr EcoSupply P Core minimizes paint and rinsing agent losses.

Electroplating

Trends in Plating on Plastic

As plastics have become more ubiquitous, the demand for metal plating of plastics has increased.

Eliminating No-Value-Added Services Adds Value for Customers

Answering questions about how to best meet customer needs led this Products Finishing Top Shop to stop using trucks to provide value-added services and instead, start offering in-house solutions.

Powder Coating

Powder Coating Aluminium Adhesion Failure

PF columnist Rodger Talbert offers advice for mitigating adhesion failure of powder coating on aluminum parts.

Reducing VOCs

Coating materials (paint and solvent) are one of the most significant sources of VOC generation. John Owed of Carlisle Fluid Technologies offers advice for reducing VOC consumption.

Altana Announces New Leadership

Prof. Dr. Frank Richter named new chairman of Altana’s supervisory board.

Electroplating

Bales Metal Surface Solutions Installs New Nickel Plating Lines

The installation has doubled the finishing supplier’s nickel line capacity.

Anodizing

Product Finishing’s 2024 Top Shops Benchmarking Survey Deadline Approaches

Taking this year’s Products Finishing’s annual Top Shops Benchmarking Survey? Respondents are urged to complete the survey by April 30, 2024 in order to be considered as a qualifying top shop.

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