Cobot Enters Paint Industry With Safety at the Forefront
This collaborative robot is the first explosion-proof solution for the powder coating and paint arena that meets the U.S.’ stringent safety requirements. Its lead-through teach programming and tablet control are especially appealing to small shops with little proficiency in robotics.
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Greensboro Industrial Platers Acquires United Metal Finishing
This strategic move unites two companies under the Greensboro Industrial Platers name, enhancing capabilities and reinforcing the commitment to delivering high-quality services.
Read MoreMicroCare Welcomes Strategic Account Executive
In his role at MicroCare, Greg Gascon will be responsible for managing and growing relationships with distributors and end users.
Read MorePowder Coating Institute Accepting Applications for 2025 Scholarship Program
The Powder Coating Institute is accepting applications for the 2025 Scholarship Program to assist students studying in subject areas that can lead to a career in powder coating.
Read MoreCleaning Conference Format Changes to Hands-On Workshop in 2025
The workshop will build on the successful in-person and virtual workshops from the Product Quality Cleaning Workshops (PQCW) team that consists of cleaning experts Barbara and Ed Kanegsburg and Darren Williams.
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LED Light Booth Offers Transition to LED-Based Visual Color Evaluation
X-Rite Inc. has introduced the Judge LED light booth, designed for precise visual color evaluation as industries shift to energy-efficient LED lighting.
Read MoreHigh-Performance Viscometers Deliver Accuracy, Reproducibility
With advanced features like direct drive motors, electronic cone lifts and built-in temperature control, Gardco's byko-visc CP cone and plate viscometers deliver accuracy and ease of use for viscosity measurements.
Read MoreCustom Workflow Due Date Feature Increases Productivity
Cetec ERP’s enterprise resource planning platform release enables users to create custom workflows with associated due dates.
Read MoreEPDM Plasma System Effectively Pretreats Auto Surfaces
Plasmatreat introduces a space-saving version of its EPDM station, offering clean, precise surface pretreatment to improve adhesive and varnish adhesion.
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Testing Safe Alternative Conversion Coatings
A joint test protocol was developed by a hex chrome-free consortium to best evaluate the most recent commercially available alternative conversion coatings. This article reveals the findings.
Read More2024 in Review — PF Looks Back on the Year's Biggest Industry Topics and Trends
From regulatory challenges to technology innovations, Products Finishing looks back at the finishing industry stories of 2024.
Read More5 Common Electroplating Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Electroplating requires adherence to process control and maintenance procedures — here are some common missteps to avoid.
Read MorePractical Environmental Management Reduces Costs, Refines Quality
By focusing on effluent treatment and efficient tin recovery, this Indian surface treatment plant meets stringent environmental standards and sustainable high-quality production.
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Twenty Years of "Never Finished"
Celebrating two decades of writing the “Never Finished” column, longtime PF contributor Matt Kirchner reflects on the top 20 that have stood out to him the most.
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Masking Solutions for Medical Applications
According to Custom Fabricating and Supplies, a cleanroom is ideal for converting, die cutting, laminating, slitting, packaging and assembly of medical-grade products.
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Celebrating Surface Finishing
Products Finishing looks ahead to 2025 programs to recognize and inspire the industry.
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AI Tool Optimizes, Automates Powder Coating
New “digital Blueprint” technology fine-tunes every aspect of a powder coating system. The platform promises at least 10% powder savings, a return on investment of a few days and an increase in uptime.
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Know the Facts About Replacement Solvents
Learn the truth about PFAS and other harmful solvent replacement and a plan to go about making the change for a safer working environment.
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AESF Heritage: SUR/FIN 2000 – European Academy of Surface Technology: Copper Microelectrodeposition: The Influence of Different Additives on Growth in Microprofiles
In this work, a pH 3.0, 0.8M copper sulfate electrolyte was used for plating onto both blanket and patterned silicon wafers. This novel electrolyte, proposed by U. Landau, involves a number of beneficial effects with respect to the conventional bath.
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Experts
The Cause of Craters in Powder Coating
Columnist Rodger Talbert discusses blemishes in powder coating, including craters, and the causes.
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The Real Coatings Delivery Problems
Liquid delivery systems can have a lack of agitation, too much agitation, no coatings temperature control, and no coatings circulation. Read Sames’ Steve Romer’s solutions for these problems in this Liquid Clinic.
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How to Choose a Paint Spray Gun
Application speed, improved transfer efficiency and finish quality are essential characteristics to consider when searching for the best liquid paint spray gun for an application.
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Episode 51: An Interview With Derek DeGeest, DeGeest Corp. and Lesta USA
In the latest installment of On the Line, PF catches up with DeGeest to discuss trends in finishing automation, workforce and succession planning, and addressing the challenges of implementing new technology.
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Episode 50: An Interview with Andrew Kossowski, Veterans Metal
Products Finishing interviews Veterans Metal owner Andrew Kossowski to hear the latest about the company’s transformation from a traditional metal finishing job shop to a state-of-the-art finishing operation utilizing the latest in software and automation solutions.
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Episode 49: An Interview with Darren Williams, Professor of Chemistry
PF Senior Editor Lori Beckman interviews Parts Cleaning Conference co-chair, Darren Williams. They discuss highlights from the 2024 conference, industrial parts cleaning trends and current regulations.
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Episode 48: An Interview With Louis Lebrun, Axine Water Technologies
PF's On the Line podcast explores an electrochemical oxidation technology designed to eliminate PFAS compounds.
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An Altruistic Growth Strategy Puts People First
Professional Plating emphasizes investing in its team and fostering a supportive environment on the shop floor.
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TTX’s Automated Conveyor Carrier System Offers Wireless, Flexible Operation
ACC system designed for reliable, consistent point-to-point movement of everything from small to heavy parts.
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