PRETREATMENTS NEWS

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Henkel Adhesive Technologies Presents Solvent- and Chromium-free Pretreatment

Henkel has expanded its production capacities in Spain, adding solvent- and chromium-free innovations for the pretreatment of metals in coating plants.

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Modular Components for Scalable Plant Engineering in the Paint Shop

There are multiple advantages to the process, including minimizing the use of environmentally harmful chemicals and reducing the cost of wastewater treatment.

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Zinc Phosphate Product Line Reduces Waste

Ultra-low sludging zinc phos said to produce up to 75% less sludge than traditional heavy zinc phosphates.

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Rust Prevention Solution Reduces Chemistry

Hubbard-Hall’s Metal Guard 900 rust preventative provides extended indoor and outdoor protection for metal surfaces.

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Distinct Chloride Field Test Kit Promotes Accuracy, High Speed

DPS Bresle Chloride Test Kit offered by Gardco promotes high speed and accuracy when performing assessments on soluble salt levels.

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Zirconium Conversion Coating Reported to Reduce Process Costs

Torch Surface Technologies offers zirconium conversion coating family of products designed to provide an alternative to iron or zinc phosphate pretreatments.

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Circle-Prosco Introduces Paint Line University

Closing the finishing industry’s talent gap.
#workforce development #education

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Thin-film Process Recognized for Sustainability Contributions

The Suppliers Partnership for the Environment is recognizing Henkel for its Pallumina thin-film process.
#sustainability #automotive

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Hubbard-Hall Acquires Torch Surface Technologies

Hubbard-Hall expands its product offerings through the acquisition of Torch Surface Technologies.

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One-Step Metal Surface Preparation, Pretreatment

International Chemical Products aims to reduce the amount of time and money finishers spend on surface prep and pretreatment by delivering a one-step solution, Picklex 20.