Scott Francis

Scott Francis Editor-In-Chief

sustainability

MacDermid Enthone Hosts Mexico Sustainability Summit

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions showcases its commitment to promoting sustainable solutions in surface finishing and wastewater treatment. 

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Hollow Cone Liquid Nozzle Offers Uniform Distribution

New liquid atomizing spray nozzle features a tangential flow design.

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Electroplating

Episode 37: An Interview with John Mulder, Master Finish

John Mulder, president of Master Finish of Grand Rapids, Mich., discusses his company’s experience with trivalent chromium and offers advice for those thinking of transitioning their current hexavalent chromium processes or adding tri-chrome capabilities.

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Products Finishing 40 Under 40 Program Issues 2024 Call for Nominations

PF is looking for 40 individuals under the age of 40 who are making a difference in the world of coating and finishing. Deadline for nominations is February 1, 2024.

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Bowman XRF Appoints Technical Sales Engineer

Landon Robertson named technical sales engineer for the Eastern Region for Bowman XRF.

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electronics

Checon Expands Market Offering with Acquisition of Umicore Electrical Materials USA, Inc.

The company is strategically working to meet future growth opportunities surrounding the use of precious metals and conductive materials like copper and aluminum.  

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automotive

The Time is Now

Products Finishing editor-in-chief Scott Francis discusses takeaways from recent industry events and recounts observations about the growing interest in mobility applications. 

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photo finish

Electroless Nickel On the Rise

ENC 2023 was held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offering a wealth of educational programming and networking opportunities for finishers looking to grow their electroless nickel business.

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nasf

NASF Palmetto Chapter Hosts Fall Conference

15th annual NASF chapter event puts focus on business topics and leadership.

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aerospace

Episode 36: An Interview with Peter Mirabello, Metal Finishing Technologies LLC

Peter Mirabello of Metal Finishing Technologies discusses his passion for surface finishing and trends shaping the industry today.

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editorial

Constant Reinvention

Industry events highlight the intersections between areas of manufacturing and the ways today’s industry trends are changing the way things are made. 

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editorial

'Tis the Season — Gearing Up for Conferences and Trade Shows

Products Finishing looks ahead to fall finishing industry events.

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CFS
More blasting. Less part handling.
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