Powder Coating

The Powder Coating Zone is a library of all things powder coating—a dry finishing process that sprays electrostatically charged particles of pigment and resin onto electrically grounded parts. This site-within-a-site is your ultimate resource for powder coating and curing articles, suppliers and products. Check out our feature stories, tips from industry experts, and the latest in powder coating innovations from world-class suppliers.

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Energy Coatings Withstand Time, Corrosion

The Z-Pex multi-layer system battles harsh oil and gas chemicals.

40-Under-40 Award Nominations Open

Young professionals are vital to the finishing industry, and it is important to acknowledge those making strides in shaping the industry's future. Products Finishing is recognizing our industry's young talent through our annual 40-Under-40 awards program.

Experts

Determining the Best Racking Arrangement for Powder Coating

Use common sense to figure out the optimum hanging patterns for coating parts, advises powder expert Rodger Talbert.

Experts

Powder Coating Architectural Products

Architectural powder coatings are engineered to meet three different levels of American Architectural Manufacturers Association specifications, and it is important to consult with suppliers and review Technical Data Sheets to choose the right one for your application.

Fabtech's Fab 5: Here's What Not to Miss

The scene may be hectic, and it may be impossible to hit every booth, event and attraction, so we at Products Finishing offer our list of five “fabulous” must-see draws at the show.

INNOVATIONS

Air Conveyors Feature Sanitary Flanges for Easier Cleaning

Exair’s Sanitary Flange Line Vac air-operated conveyors feature sanitary flanges designed to limit areas where bacteria can grow, helping to prevent contamination and making the conveyors well-suited for use in systems that require frequent or mandatory cleaning.

Air Knife Eliminates Static Electricity at Low Inlet Pressures

Exair’s Gen4 Super Ion Air Knife eliminates static on plastics, webs, sheet stock and other surfaces on which tearing, jamming or hazardous shocks are a problem.