The Missouri S&T Coatings Institute Offers Paint Courses
The “Introduction to Paint Formulation” course offered, August 15-19, 2022, is intended to give fundamental knowledge of how to approach a starting formulation and troubleshoot it.
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Two-Component Paint System for Agricultural, Construction Equipment
HMG Paints' CFB 2K System is said to deliver a great finish for both OEMs and refinishes due to the excellent flow properties of CFB 2K Topcoat.
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AI-Powered Fault Detection for Paint Shops
The latest software tool from Dürr’s DXQanalyze product family can detect whether a fault is a one-time or systematic issue. Data from recognized patterns can identify the process step responsible for the fault.
Corrosion-Inhibiting Additive for Water-Based Paints
Cortec Corporation’s M-120 can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional corrosion inhibitors or pigments to maximize the corrosion inhibiting ability of the paint.
ABB Launches Connected Paint Atomizer, Compact Robot
ABB’s new Ability Connected Atomizer provides an environmentally friendly turnkey solution for increasing uptime and ensuring zero quality defects. In addition, ABB’s IRB 5510 robot is aimed at small workpiece painting, flaming treatment and opener applications.
A Software Platform for Self-Programming, Autonomous Robotics
Omnirobotic is delivering an automation solution that could transform the way finishing shops consider robotics.
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Integrating Industry 4.0 Solutions Into Your Coating Operation
Finishers and coaters are adopting automation solutions at an increasing rate. Jacob Fortmeyer offers insights for integrating new technologies into your process.
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The Benefits of Benchmarking Surface Quality in Manufacturing
Lucas Dillingham, of surface inspection technology provider Brighton Science, offers insights for consistent, successful adhesion of coatings.
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Five Micron Compressed Air Filtration System
Walmec’s Five Micron Compressed Air Filter is said to be ideal for surface preparation, paint spraying, powder coating, air powered tools and pneumatically operated equipment.
Unique Coating Reduces Friction of Sliding Ceramic, Metallic, and Polymer Components
An extremely thin, hard diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating decreases the coefficient of friction (COF) of components to nearly zero, while increasing wear resistance.