The Science of Watching Paint Dry
New research shows a new physical mechanism that separates particles according to their size during the drying of wet coatings.
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April Go-To Guy: Delmas Stephens, Hohman Plating
Stephens is a decorative chrome plating operator, and has been married to his wife Glenda for 45 years.
Sherwin-Williams to Acquire Valspar for $11.3 Billion
Companies say they have highly complementary paints and coatings offerings, and transaction results in an exceptional, diversified array of strong brands and technologies.
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Lay Off the Layoffs
When faced with potential layoffs, make alternative decisions to reduce downsizing your staff.
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A Conversation with...Jeff Smith, Electro-Spec
A former athlete at Notre Dame, Smith's shop was named the
No. 1 plating shop in the Products Finishing Top Shops Benchmarking Survey
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Climbing All the Way to the Top Shop
Lincoln’s owner Marc LeBaron is a fitness fan that thinks sound body, sound mind is good for business.
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MetoKote Relocates Performance Test Laboratory
MetoKote's A2LA Performance Test Laboratory has provided service to customers doing business at any of the company's 30 facilities worldwide.
John Fletcher Stands Down as Chairman of ASTM D01 Paint Committee
Fletcher ill continue his role as Chairman of D01 Sub-committee D01.23: Physical Properties of Applied Paint Films.
#masking #measurement-testing #pollutioncontrol
Hentzen Coatings Awards Newest Approved Applicator, PTF Industrial Coatings
After line audit and physical testing to the AAMA 2605 specification, PTF Industrial Coatings in Hialeah, Florida, awarded Approved Applicator status.
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BASF Opens New Automotive Center in Houston
Center includes the latest in virtual and in-person training facilities, spray booths and market-leading application equipment.
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