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Sprawling Michigan operation is the latest addition to Pioneer's stable.
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Pioneer Metal Finishing, headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., is proud to announce the acquisition of Dragon Anodizing located in Gaffney, S.C. The acquisition marks Pioneer’s sixth location and represents a solid foundational block in the company’s growth plan.
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Purchase expands Pioneer’s service offering and broadens its presence in the city of Portland, Ore.
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Latest purchase marks Pioneer’s seventh location.
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New research racility marks milestone for finishing research.
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Jameson Grout welcomed as Heatbath's newest member of its technical service staff for metal finishing.
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Metal Finishing China & Asia
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Metal Finishing China & Asia gives the Chinese and Asian finishing industries access to the latest technologies and "best" practices in electrop...
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Achievement reflects Metco Metal Finishing's focus on operational consistency and continual improvement.
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Courses to provide in-depth instruction on paint stripping, spray application, and equipment selection and maintenance.
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Fully redesigned website allows customers to outline job parameters, attach drawings and technical documentation.
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Recognition is Deere & Company’s highest supplier rating.
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New multi-faceted outreach program that aims to connect manufacturers and suppliers with thousands of researchers and industry professionals involved in the science, application, and specification of surface finishes, processes, and procedures.
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Provider of environmentally friendly water treatment systems and services for industry completes recycling "loop" with new solar-powered facility.
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Williams brings a wealth of hands-on experience and knowledge of materials finishing, both from a chemical and equipment standpoint.
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Behind on your Metal Finishing Issues? Recent editions are now archived on our website for a limited time.
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Metal finishing and specialty coatings manufacturer seeks sales/marketing manager.
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Metal finishing company needs experienced plant manager.
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Product Manager for REM Surface Engineering recognized for his dedication and service to the industry.
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Paramount Metal Finishing, a New Jersey-based finisher, leverages capabilities, expertise, flexibility, and problem solving to its advantage—and that of its customers.
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Metal Finishing magazine, the plating and coating industries’ technology magazine, is making it easier for finishers to connect with potential customers. Metal Finishing recently took the wraps off the new Finishers’ Directory, part of the newly revamped metalfinishing.com website.
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Annual Metal Finishing Association of Southern California Meeting
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Annual Metal Finishing Association of Northern California Meeting
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Metal Finishing Association of Northern California Annual Conference
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Metal Finishing Association of Southern California's Annual Conference & Exhibition
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From electronics to aircraft parts, Master Metal Finishing of Patterson, N.J., finishes to spec—and beyond.
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California Environmental Protection Agency recognizes Central Valley Plater for effective pollution prevention program
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Two-day workshop on metal surface cleaning taught by world-renowned cleaning expert and Metal Finishing columnist Dr. John B. Durkee.
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Certification means Coral meets Chrysler’s stringent system pretreatment requirements.
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Powerful aqueous-based formula works wonders for Youngstown, Ohio-based architectural panel and aluminum extrusion finishing operation.
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Southington, Conn.-based specialty finisher shares experiences and lessons learned in its 'lean' journey.
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The Chemical Coaters Association International, CCAI, has announced that beginning in 2010, it will host a new Finishing Technologies Pavilion at the FABTECH International & AWS Welding Show, including METALFORM tradeshow.
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Metal finishing barrel operations are used most often for “bulk” finishing of large quantities of parts. They are the most efficient method for finishing bulk parts and any pieces that do not require individual handling. A hoist system is generally used to transfer the loaded metal finishing barr...
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After 88 years in business, ABMyr is closing its operations.
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Aggressive strategy adds 50 experienced industrial sales professionals to promote more coverage and better market penetration.
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Leading supplier of surface treatment solutions and high-quality finishing tools reaches significant milestone.
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Features include events listings and meeting schedule as well as latest association news.
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The 2010 Southern Metal Finishing Conference, sponsored by the International Surface Finishing Academy, has announced that online registration for the annual conference is now open.
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Prominent supplier of zinc plating additives announces membership in MFAI and NASF.
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Pavco's Matt Stauffer tackles questions related to zinc/zinc alloys, bright nickel, acid copper, and more.
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Prominent Spanish university is testing a new type of metal coating that touts improved anti-corrosion properties.
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ASM International, the materials information society, recently recognized select members for their distinguished contributions to the field of materials science and engineering via the announcement of the 2009 Class of Fellows.
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Schneiders remembered as a pioneer, respected leader, and a devoted friend throughout the surface finishing industry.
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Mega-manufacturing event pleases show organizers and exhibitors alike.
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Manufacturing, regulations, health care, taxes and spending dominate the agenda.
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Annual National Association for Surface Finishing awards program recognizes commitment and dedication of industry supporters.
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Web-based consulting group offers expert consulting in the areas of chemical/process support and troubleshooting.
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Chemical producers, equipment manufacturers, and even a few exhibiting finishers enjoyed brisk traffic during FABTECH 2010, held Nov. 2-4 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
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Metal Finishing's long-time organic coatings editor loses battle with cancer.
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Comprehensive AESF finishing program to cover 22 subjects in four days.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing national emission standards regarding the control of hazardous air pollutants for nine metal fabrication and finishing area source categories. This final rule, which went into effect on July 23, establishes emission standards in the form of man...
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Read how the Surface Matrix Sealing System (TM) from IMPCO can lower parts rejection rates via a technique known as "filling porosity."
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Acquisition increases Coventya's market position whitle strengthening its sales and technical group with the integration of key employees.
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Duffy, a 32-year industry veteran and MacDermid rep, earns unanimous vote.
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Enthone Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics, and Dipsol Chemicals Co. Ltd, of Tokyo, Japan, recently announced an expansion of their association to further integrate sales and OEM activities between the two companies.
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Environmentalists, community leaders, labor representatives, local and national politicians—everyone, it seems, points the finger of blame at hexavalent chromium, accusing the substance of causing everything from groundwater contamination, soil and crop pollution, to human cancer and loss of busi...
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A proposed government regulation designed to protect workers from exposure to hexavalent chromium carries a potentially dangerous side effect. Chrome plating employers contend the ruling would bankrupt half the industry and force other companies to relocate to countries where environmental laws a...
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Scores of surface finishers—and even a few suppliers—from Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire, were on hand recently for the 6th Annual New England Surface Finishing Regional, held at the Cape Codder Resort & Spa in Hyannis, Mass.
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Forty-year metal finishing industry veteran will be responsible for providing commercial support to Enthone's memory disk, connector and related functional coatings market segments.
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The global market for coatings is forecast to reach $107B in value by the year 2017, a newly released report projects.
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Total toxic air releases declined between 2003 and 2011, mostly due to decreases in HAP emissions.
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The AESF Foundation announces the last call for its Electroplating and Surface Finishing Course, scheduled to take place Oct. 26–29 at the Holiday Inn Express at 901 Jefferson Blvd. in Warwick, R.I. The deadline for registration is Monday, Oct. 19.
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Sirius Technology, Inc., and Taskem, Inc., announced that the two companies have merged. The deal, effective April 1, 2008, will result in a new company to be called Coventya, Inc.
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Annual contribution reflects ongoing support of NASF's efforts on the regulatory front
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Military, industrial, and commercial specialty finisher marks significant milestone.
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Weekly news bits from Sam Dupler, Metal Finishing's editorial contributor
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Two-day training program with an emphasis on metal finishing for aerospace applications.
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North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, finishing and welding event.
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An event aimed at introducing and promoting ultraviolet light (UV) and electron beam (EB) curing technologies to various industries such as metal, plastics, wood finishing, packaging and printing, and electronics applications
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The objectives of the right-sizing process are to match the capacity for a prospective finishing system to the product throughput required to meet the organization’s business needs.
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By adding the knowledge-based partner to their stable of talent and tools, PCI expects their members to be that much more prepared and effective.
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Exhibitors report heavy traffic—and even a few orders—at Chicago show.
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The 6th Annual Southern Metal Finishing Conference, set for Sept. 14-15 at the historic Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston, S.C., promises to offer a wealth of networking opportunities, education, and team-building activities.
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The Electronic Age is no longer a fad in industry. It’s a proven vehicle for conducting business, obtaining important information, and shopping for goods and services. For solid proof that the Internet is dramatically changing the way consumer and business products are marketed and sold today, lo...
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The newly amended SUR/FIN 2010 Technical Conference Program contains more than 60 educational sessions.
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Prominent South Carolina politician gets a birds-eye view of the surface finishing industry from a plater's perspective.
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Certification assures the global aerospace and defense contractor industries that Metco conforms to their strict guidelines.
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Specialty finisher solves surface treatment challenge in "Reflecting Absence" pools.
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Research and development resources added to support customers in the metal finishing sector and the high-density drive market.
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Career arc spanned positions in manufacturing and product development, as well as sales, customer relations and project management.
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Facilities enhanced to provide improved customer sampling, testing and analysis, as well as qualification runs under production- scale conditions.
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North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event covering approximately 500,000 net square feet. FABTECH provides a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools ...
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This article provides a basic understanding about self-clinching fastener technology and the issues associated with surface finishing can help guide the way toward best practices
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New England-based metal finishing, metal working and metal coating supplier enters the fray.
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Bill Brawley tapped to focus on growing sales into new and emerging markets.
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Many finishers "preach" customer service, but at Easley, S.C.-based Palmetto Plating, client focus is Commandment #1.
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Surface finishing Industry standouts were honored at a special ceremony at SUR/FIN 2010 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
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Erik Weyls, formerly executive vice president, assumes the position of president, Coventya, Inc., in a recent management reorg.
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Mark Schario brings more than 30 years of industry experience, specializing in automotive and aerospace finishing.
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The AESF Foundation, the educational arm of the National Association for Surface Finishing, is offering finishers customized courses for their employees.
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Enthone Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics, recently named Robert Smith Eastern Canada regional manager. In this role, Smith will be responsible for managing the growing Enthone sales and technical service team that has been firmly established over the last year.
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Jeff Grodecki, technical support manager for Columbia Chemical, becomes the latest addition to the “Ask the Experts” roster on metalfinishing.com. Grodecki will field questions related to the categories of zinc and zinc alloy plating.
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The AESF Foundation has released the schedule for its Fall 2009 courses. Topics range from environmental issues to precious metal plating techniques.
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Jon Allen, Sr., vice president of RamQuest Software, Inc., has been tapped to deliver the keynote speech at the 6th Annual Southern Metal Finishing Conference in Charleston, S.C., Sept. 13–15 at the historic Francis Marion Hotel.
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This column expands upon my observation to that effect, which I described in my previous column (Metal Finishing, Volume 108, Issue 2, Feb. 2010). My basis for that belief is attendance at the Parts-2-Clean (P2C) international (though primarily German) trade show devoted to parts cleaning, held ...
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This article presents the methodology used by the New York State Pollution Prevention Institute at Rochester Institute of Technology to determine the baseline costs of a typical plating/finishing operation and offers potential improvement methods and technologies.
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Rick Rauppius, 21-year industry veteran, named international product manager.
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An event dedicated to metal finishing professionals from all over the US, Europe, other countries abroad who choose to attend for the value of the workshops and technical sessions, to increase their technical skills, and to network with fellow metal finishing professionals, in a historic setting....
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Metal Finishing expands Ask the Experts roster...MacDermid ZinKlad 1000 finishes meet Ford approval...SPECTRO Analytical receives R&D Award...Miles Chemicals' latest certification
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George Gallager named applications specialist.
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The National Association for Surface Finishing, organizer of SUR/FIN 2010, has signed up more than 25 “first-time” exhibitors. Additionally, about a dozen key end-market companies are expected to participate as attendees at the event.
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New NASF-sponsored environmental and technology symposium scheduled for Sept. 8, 10:30 a.m.–5 p.m., at the Union League Club of Chicago.
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Installation of new Garboli LPC 300 orbital grinding machine expands capabilities.
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Although 70% of the Earth’s surface is covered in water, nearly all of it is contaminated with salt and therefore inappropriate for most uses.
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CCAI FINISHING Pavilion at FABTECH 2013 is the largest show yet.
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Ed Petrie, Metal Finishing’s “Adhesion and Bonding” columnist, discusses the three operational mechanisms involved in ensuring optimal paint adhesion.
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Purchase gives A Brite customers a broader offering of process equipment, chemistry, and controls for plating and waste treatment.
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The use of volatile corrosion inhibitors (VCIs) within the metal finishing industry presents two generally unrecognized health and performance problems. VCIs have been used to prevent corrosion since World War II yet have had little risk analysis. Although many of the benefits of VCIs have been p...
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Our metal finishing industries have been driven and changed by environmental, health, and safety concerns for a generation. The direction has always been—for excellent reasons—restriction or abandonment of some then-useful technology. On Jan. 13, however, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ...
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Attendees hailing from all over Latin America, Europe and beyond descended on the Transamerica Expo Center in São Paulo, Brazil, May 7–9, to attend the 30th anniversary of EBRATS, the country's premier surface finishing exposition and technical conference, organized by the Associação Brasileira d...
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Benchmark Products, Inc., of Indianapolis, Ind., and New Surface Technologies, LLC, of Bedford, Ohio, recently announced the formation of Asterion, LLC, effective Dec. 1, 2009. Asterion will manufacture and sell the entire metal finishing product line of both companies.
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The Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, as part of its efforts to enhance chemicals management under the Toxic Substances Control Act, or TSCA, has released action plans on four targeted chemicals: phthalates, short-chain chlorinated paraffins, polybrominated diphenyl ethers—PBDEs—and perfluori...
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Jim Wetherald to tackle electroless nickel-related questions
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The International Surface Finishing Academy is pleased to announce that Tonya Vyhlidal of Lincoln Industries will deliver the keynote speech.
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Muncie, Ind.-based Mid-West Powder Coating invests in new equipment, production facility.
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Show's expansive format embraces virtually all levels of the manufacturing supply chain.
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Prominent New Hampshire fabricator adds powder coating and plating services to roster.
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Jeffrey Stone to oversee KC Jones' facilities in Michigan and Indiana.
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Portable, high-speed process reduces repair costs and downtime.
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PCI has high hopes for association and industry at large.
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Rachel Cheng named Senior Research and Development Chemist; Rob Pawson promoted to Regional Sales Manager for the South/Southwest Regions.
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Metal Finishing, in association with Dubois Chemicals, will present a webinar on Dec. 17, 2009. The one-hour presentation, based on an update on Dubois Chemical’s Zirconization™ technology, will focus on DuBois’ DuraTEC 110 Nonphosphate Cleaning and Pretreatment Solutions for Ferrous and Nonferro...
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ITW Gema and Alliance Surface Finishing, Inc., recently reached an agreement on a strategic global partnership to promote a new Alliance Surface Finishing-patented technology known as the Dual Coat System, or DCS. This new technology enables manufacturers to apply two different powder coat films ...
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In this highly informative piece, technicians from Anderson Laboratories effectively demonstrate how accepted corrosion testing procedures can help operators evaluate the efficacy of their coating materials as well as their overall finishing processes.
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Patrick Snow, Kelly Steiler, and Stephen Rapaski—all juniors at the College of Creative Studies in Detroit, Mich., took home the top honors in NASF’s 2010 Bright Design Challenge.
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Educational, networking event slated for Sept. 16-18 at the Hampton Inn & Suites Oceanfront in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
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The U.S. EPA has developed new requirements to reduce air pollution from plating and polishing facilities. Shaikh Tayeb and Tapan Das, from the Delaware Dept. of Natural Resources & Environmental Control, discuss the new compliance and reporting requirements, in addition to providing suggestions ...
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Surface coating is of major importance technically as well as economically. Aluminum surface finishing processes are used not only in traditional fields such as mechanical and plant engineering, aircraft and spacecraft, automotive, and medical technology, but they are a key technology in many oth...
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J. B. Graves, 25-year coating industry veteran, appointed as a system sales specialist.
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Purchase expands Triumph Group's capabilities and further diversifies its customer base.
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Enhancements include a contemporary design, along with streamlined navigation, to better present Process Technology's product information to visitors.
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In this article, I will suggest practical ways to reduce the operating costs and environmental impact of electroplating equipment without making a large additional investment. Topics will include waste, water and energy minimization and simple(yet effective) methods of evaluating different techno...
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Stephen Leonetti has been appointed Industry Manager - Americas, Energy and Hydraulic Systems by Enthone Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics.
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Schario brings 10-plus years of industry experience with specialization in laboratory analysis.
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DuBois Chemicals, a global provider of sustainable cleaning solutions for safe, high- performing facilities, is participating in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Climate Leaders program, thereby demonstrating its continued commitment to environmental improvement and providing sust...
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Haviland Products, which formulates, manufactures and distributes decorative, functional and specialty coatings for Fortune 500 companies nationwide, announced the acquisition of Wyandotte, Mich.-based Benchmark, Inc., a leader in the formulation and manufacturing of surface finishing chemistry s...
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Columbia Chemical Corp., one of the world’s largest manufacturers of zinc and zinc-alloy plating additives, is pleased to announce ISO registration renewal with the updated ISO 9001:2008 certificate.
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Renovation includes new corrosion lab, clean room, and expanded testing space.
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Sheboygan, Wis-based mold aluminum foundry welcomes additional merchant business for its powder coating operation.
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In this retrospective piece, industry veteran John “Jack” Horner reflects on the early research and development and testing that spurred innovations in modern plating.
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As the aerospace industry demands more from the materials it uses, the finishing of the surface becomes a greater part of the final product.
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Roster of SUR/FIN 2010 vendors expanded to include surface finishing job shops.
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Atotech's Björn Dingwerth discusses the benefits of an environmentally friendly trivalent chromium-based post-dip. This post-dip helps reinforce trivalent chromium-based conversion coatings while also preserving decorative appearance and corrosion protection properties.
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DuBois Chemicals, the industrial division of JohnsonDiversey, Inc.—a leading global provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions—has launched Sustainable Cleaning Solutions, a program designed to reduce customers’ total cost of ownership through products and applications that are lean, green, and c...
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In 2008, when a barrel of oil cost $147 and a gallon of gasoline cost $4.25 (or more), many readers called or wrote to ask if there were more energy-efficient cleaning processes. They wanted an aqueous cleaning process that would operate at room temperature so that energy would not be needed to h...
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Barry, a 21-year surface finishing industry veteran, remembered as both likeable and respected.
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New capability improves SAF’s capacity to efficiently serve its extrusion, fabrication and finishing customers in the western U.S..
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Nanostructured multilayer coating technology aims to provide improved design flexibility in applying unique structural and functional enhancements to a wide variety of finished and semi-finished components.
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Additonal events include a workshop on Lean manufacturing for managers as well as a panel discussion focused on the potential impact of the upcoming presidential and congressional elections.
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Metal finishers and suppliers convene for networking, education and entertainment.
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Distribution networks for the dryers will remain intact.
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Chad Murphy brings more than 17 years of experience in the automotive plating industry.
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Utilizing the right type of process analytical equipment in your plating operations can maximize finish quality, parts coverage, and overall efficiency.
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Investment supports Technic’s commitment to new product development and quality control.
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NASF outlines primary objectives for 2012, calls for broader industry support.
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Coatings specialist brings more than 25 years experience in the surface finishing industry.
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The New England Chapter of the National Association of Metal Finishers represents, MA, NH, VT,ME, RI, and CT. Our Philosophy and Purpose is to engage all Metal Finishers to communicate and share important information as an industry. Technical strategies, training materials, programs, processes an...
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The Springfield, Mass., AESF branch, in conjunction with Valley Plating and Poly Plating, has announced this year’s New England Surface Finishing Regional is set for November. The event will be held on Friday, Nov. 6, at the Cape Codder Resort & Spa in Hyannis, Mass.
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For more than 80 years, the plating industry has been dependent on the use of various zincate and/or stannate solutions to assist in the plating of metals such as titanium, aluminum, and magnesium. It is becoming ever more difficult to use these solutions due to restrictive regulations—plus, they...
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Christian Richter, founder of The Policy Group, said recently that there are two key regulatory issues that bear watching closely if you are a finisher: "The fact that we have more—not fewer—regulations coming at us over the next few years," and second, "They're coming at us from more places."
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Enthone Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics, recently became the Canadian distributor for Dipsol America, headquartered in Livonia, Mich. The agreement represents a significant step in the partnership between two of the world’s leading chemical suppliers.
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Twenty-year industry veteran tapped to lead Enthone Asia Performance Coatings' Marketing Team in delivering industry-centric coating solutions for key end-use sectors.
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Uptick in shipments and orders combined with fewer layoffs fuel optimism about short-term business conditions.
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Expanded prototyping, testing, and training facility features state-of-the-art plating lines as well as analytical and material science labs.
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Aerospace company in New York state is seeking a Plating Supervisor.
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NASF annual convention and conference exceeds expectations.
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Allied Finishing Solutions will manage the sales and support of Reliant equipment from its new headquarters in Decatur, Ala.
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Speakers to include an esteemed list of international manufacturing experts from the United Kingdom, Singapore, Japan, Mexico, Brazil, China and Canada.
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Advanced thermal barrier coatings ensure high-revving gas turbines stay cool under pressure.
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As part of agreement with the FTC, the Liquid Finishing businesses will be acquired into a structure that limits commingling of the operations with Graco’s other businesses.
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Students encouraged to submit an abstract of their work to be considered for poster presentations at Aluminum Week in October.
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Nexeo implemented a customized consolidation program, helping streamline Sherwin-Williams’ product finishes division.
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The beta backscatter method of measuring plating and coating thickness was originally introduced nearly 40 years ago. Nearly everyone who has been associated with electronics or metal finishing for any length of time is most likely familiar with this technology, as the use of beta backscatter sys...
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Samantha Dupler, Metal Finishing editorial contributor, recaps the week's top news and highlights upcoming events.
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ISO Certification for Best Metal Finishing...Haviland Products partners with Products-Sol...hotel registration deadline looms for SUR/FIN 2010
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The Chemical Coaters Associatino International Finishing Technologies Pavilion and Conference aims to complete the manufacturing process at FABTECH, North American’s largest show and conference for fabricators, welders, metalformers and finishers, set for Nov. 2-4 in Atlanta.
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During the 20th century cheap and abundant energy made corrosion a manageable problem. This era is coming to an end. Soon, industry will find there is less funding available for corrosion prevention after adjusting for rising energy costs. At this time, management will be forced to decide whether...
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Dysol, Inc., manufacturer of the patented DS-Series line of environmentally compliant cleaning solvents, announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Socomor Finishing Solutions of France, a worldwide manufacturer of surface finishing products with plants in France, Poland and ...
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Surface finishers nationwide were recently provided an opportunity to exhale a great sigh of relief—at least, for shop owners and managers to be certain. On Feb. 23, the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the revised hexavalent chromium permissible exposure limit established by the Occupa...
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Jeff Grodecki, Columbia Chemical's resident expert on zinc, tackles your questions.
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Speakers from the Nickel Institute, an ally of NASF, to address issues such as global nickel risks, the workplace and environment.
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Metal Finishing columnist Leslie Flott discusses the critical role that coating thickness plays in product quality and process/cost control.
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Alan Ensign, vice president and general manager of Wyandotte, Mich.–based Cadon Plating & Coatings, is no stranger to trying times. When the company abandoned the commodity-driven rack plating business years ago, revenues took a 30% hit. Then in in 1994, government regs forced its exodus from the...
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Module provides detailed information on the different types of aircraft painting facilities.
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John Durkee, Metal Finishing's "Cleaning Times" columnist, recaps his experience at PCX 2011.
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John Durkee, Metal Finishing's "Cleaning Times" columnist, reviews three essential works on cleaning.
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Metal Finishing's quality control guru, Leslie Flott, discusses how root cause analysis can be utilized as an effective procedural tool.
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Returning Metal Finishing columnist, Leslie Flott, shares his views on establishing--and supporting--a quality-minded manufacturing operation.
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Several individuals representing various sectors of the surface finishing industry were honored for their contributions during a special ceremony at SUR/FIN 2011 in Rosemont, Ill.
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Read how West Babylon, N.Y.-based Ripak, a metal finishing company, utilized information systems technology to improve customer relations.
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Metal Finishing columnist Leslie Flott describes how shop managers might use statistical process controls to test operational theories.
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Ed Petrie, Metal Finishing’s “Adhesion & Bonding” columnist, reviews noise-dampening sealants that have created a niche market for automotive applications.
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Managing hazardous wastes at a metal finishing plant is a very resource-intensive activity. For operations generating a significant amount of hazardous by-products, it might be wise to look at a hazardous waste delisting as a way to avoid high disposal costs.
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John Durkee, Metal Finishing’s “Cleaning Times” columnist, offers facility managers advice on addressing challenging, real-world cleaning situations.
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Metal Finishing’s “Cleaning Times” columnist, John Durkee, delves into the various aspects, problems and engineering mechanisms common to both the drying of parts and coatings
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New facility and expansion project represents "the state-of- the-art in metal parts finishing," Boeing said.
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John Durkee, Metal Finishing’s ‘Cleaning Times’ columnist, views the use of ultrasonic transducers as both ‘black art’ and ‘pure science.’
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Leslie Flott, author of Metal Finishing’s “Quality Control” column, offers the latest in his series on manufacturing process management tools.
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Manufacturing edged down 0.1 percent after rising 0.4 percent in December. Decreases were recorded across major categories of durables.
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Transition metal conversion coatings are here to stay. Those who approach it correctly and do the necessary testing to verify the results will be best served in the long run.
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State-of-the-art center created to assist PAVCO's ongoing research, sales and service efforts.
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In order to solve the problems that exist in traditional multi-stage phosphating, a novel coating system was developed by predispersing an optimum amount of in-situ phosphating reagent into the paint formulation.
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Asset acquisition reinforces Enthone’s commitment to the North American market.
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Thoughts on the largely German—but increasingly European—trade fair, Parts-2-Clean, held in Stuttgart from Oct. 19–22, 2009.
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As the performance criteria for plated components have become more demanding, directives to meet strict environmental considerations have forced sweeping changes to surface finishes. The resulting field performance has been as varied as the alternatives. This article will compare zinc–nickel allo...
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Chilton, Wis.-based coating specialist responds to consumer demands for additional products and services.
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R. Todd Hamilton, Branch Manager for SAF, a metal finisher in Atlanta, Ga., was elevated to his first one-year term as Chairman of the Aluminum Anodizers Council during the group's recent annual conference.
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1,300 square feet added to meet growing demand.
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U.S. government intends to fully exit GM investment within 12-15 months.
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From medical instruments and implants to more pedestrian applications, Danco Anodizing puts all of their knowledge, heart and soul into every part.
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Wow! This may be the initial reaction of P.K. Selective Metal Plating customers when first viewing the colorful and lustrous product finishes made possible by a proprietary multi-color/splash anodizing system. The firm continues to push the envelope for this process with national and internationa...
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More than 11,000 visitors converged on the Shanghai New International Expo Centre Nov. 18–20 to attend SFCHINA ’09, billed as China’s foremost exposition and conference for electroplaters, suppliers of surface finishing chemicals and equipment, as well as coating formulators and manufacturers of ...
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The National Association for Surface Finishing, NASF, reported more full-conference registrations—as well as greater exhibitor participants and higher international attendance—at SUR/FIN 2010, held June 14–17 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
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Reviewing the fundamentals of palladium-nickel, platinum and rhodium plating.
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Twin Cities Chapter of Chemical Coaters Association International and the Minnesota Technical Assistance Program at the University of Minnesota to host organic finishing event on March 15.
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This four-day course provides a comprehensive overview of numerous plating processes and their associated sciences. Provides a clear understanding of metal finishing technology, permitting the student to understand specifications, avoid routine finishing problems, evaluate product output, and exp...
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FABTECH is North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, finishing, and welding event. This annual convention and trade show anticipates 22,000 visitors with more than 1,000 exhibiting companies covering more than 350,000 net square feet of floor space. The CCAI Finishing Technologies Pavil...
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Don Walsh, Uyemura director of operations, has announced that Chemithon Surface Finishing, Inc. has been tapped to represent Uyemura in four states as well as one Canadian province.
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AkzoNobel adjusts Performance Coatings and Specialty Chemicals portfolios as part of a realignment that will see the launch of two new business units and the merger of two others.
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The National Association for Surface Finishing, or NASF, in cooperation with the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, Mich., recently kicked off the 11th Annual Bright Design Challenge.
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Investing in the business—and its people—pays big dividends for C.R. Hudgins Plating, a 60-year-old operation based in Lynchburg, Va.
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Haviland Products Company has tapped Canadian Finishing Systems to be its exclusive surface finishing distributor to all of Canada.
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DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College team up to educate coatings professionals.
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Jerry Trostle brings more than 30 years’ experience in the finishing industry.
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The Chemical Coaters Association International will offer 38 hours of industrial finishing programming during the technical conference at FABTECH from November 12 – 14 at FABTECH in Las Vegas, including an Introduction to Powder Coating 2-hour session conducted completely in Spanish.
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Specialty finisher banks on proven proprietary processes, plus a little bit of luck.
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Monitoring metrics in the pursuit of continuous improvement is the key to success for Tucker, Ga.-based finishing operation.
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In the second installment of this series, Metal Finishing columnist John Durkee covers the wide variety of applications possible via this method, and how to best complete them.
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The U.S. surface finishing industry has lost a dear friend and a staunch advocate, with the recent passing of Si Gary, former owner and president of Scientific Control Laboratories, Chicago, Ill.
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The following case study provides examples of how proven automotive paint finishing strategies can be applied to the design of an aerospace paint finishing facility to improve quality and sustainability.
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Barbara Kanegsberg and Ed Kanegsberg Ph.D., a.k.a the “Cleaning Lady and the Rocket Scientist,” discuss both the positive and negative aspects of metal cleaning and surface preparation.
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43-year veteran of C&R Plating played a significant role in the company's success.
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Statistics provide evidence that manufacturing industries are investing in capital metalworking equipment.
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Dipsol gets aluminum anodizing chemicals and pre- and post-treatment products; METALAST broadens its reach.
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PPG's GLOBAL REFINISH SYSTEM(R) D8113 clearcoat is the first to pass Toyota’s rigorous specification criteria for the exclusive $400,000 car’s signature matte black finish.
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Industry members invited to network, share best practices, hear critical regulatory updates, and, of course, hit the links!
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Maja Brandes tapped to oversee development and strategic marketing of Enthone’s POP/Decorative Base Metals offering.
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Stringent quality audit system designates applicators as approved resources.
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Jason McGahey elevated to sales manager for Industrial Systems.
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Latest cooperative sales and marketing agreement creates opportunity for Integran and Dynatronix to commercialize nanomaterial electroplating processes.
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Bernard Haviland, CEO, called the sale "consistent with our family’s commitment to the employees and to the communities of Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo."
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Larick succeeds Bill Rosenberg, who will continue serving as Chairman of the Board and Marketing Director.
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Partnership brings more environmentally friendly and compliant conversion coating and anodizing chemical solutions to the European market.
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Additions round out Wagner's representation throughout North America
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Nanotechnology-based coating reduces or eliminates primary factors that cause many coatings to fail.
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Richard Lynch to handle marketing of Enthone’s wear- and corrosion-resistant coatings for automotive related items.
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Fridley, Minn.-based finisher now poised to better service California clients.
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Pangborn Corporation, designer and manufacturer of surface preparation products, has named Ontario-based Always Dependable Service an authorized distributor.
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Automated Process Equipment Corporation, or APEC, has merged with West Michigan Powder Coating to form a new division within APEC. The new division retains the name of West Michigan Powder Coating but has moved operations to APEC’s facility in Lake Odessa, Mich.
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The AESF Council, the educational arm of the National Association for Surface Finishing, or NASF, has released is schedule of training courses for 2010.
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More exciting details are emerging regarding the conference programming for SUR/FIN 2010, set to take place June 14–17 at Devos Place in Grand Rapids, Mich.
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On July 1, 2008, EPA published the final regulation for plating and polishing area sources in the Federal Register (73 Fed. Reg. 37728). The final rule, 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart WWWWWW, is effective immediately for new affected sources (i.e., those that begin operations on or after July 1, 2008). ...
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If you're manufacturing, selling, or interested in using normal propyl bromide (n-PB) as a cleaning solvent, you will want to be knowledgeable about a process of regulation happening now in California.
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Find out how cost-effective improvements in machinery and systems can help you achieve specific productivity goals in your plant.
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Innovative finish aims to provide vehicles with long-lasting protection from microscratches.
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Acquisition of semiconductor materials manufacturer further expands Technic’s offering of ultra-pure semiconductor products.
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Since joining Enthone in 2011, Sep has led efforts in delivering customer-focused solutions to OEMs, applicators and job shops.
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Joe Powder, the powder coating expert featured in the monthly “Ask Joe Powder” section of Metal Finishing magazine, will now be available to answer reader inquiries online at Metal Finishing’s dedicated organic finishing website.
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Still straddling the fence on the new phosphate pretreatment replacements on the market today? Well, now may be the time to take the leap, and it’s a shorter leap than you might imagine.
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Increasing demand for water and stringent new legislation to limit the discharge of effluent is taking place in many areas worldwide. Equipment innovations that reduce water usage and minimize the quantity of chemicals discharged into the environment as treated effluent and sludge have been insta...
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This article describes in detail the characteristics of SILVERON GT 101 bright silver compared to those obtained from conventional cyanide silver electrolytes.
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J.R. Stewart, formerly with Powder-X Coating Systems, named new national service manager.
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Proven process affords quality, application, environmental, and performance benefits, PPG says.
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Slight rebound in industrial output on the heels of a setback in May.
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Latest Federal Reserve Report shows industrial production in the United States was unchanged in April after increasing 0.7 percent in March.
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Metal Finishing welcomes back Eric Olander, president of Electrochemical Products, Inc. (EPi), who discusses the environmental and operational benefits finishers can achieve by completely eliminating cyanide from their finishing operations. Reginald Tucker, Metal Finishing editor, moderates.
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New site features expanded content, technology demonstration videos, product search capabilities and industry links and references.
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Advanced laboratory spanning 20,000 square feet provides support and services in research and development, quality control, analytics, and applications engineering.
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Deal entails the maintenance of four squadrons of Typhoon FGR4 aircraft – one of the world’s fastest fighter jets.
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The Sherwin-Williams Company and Wagner Systems, Inc., have formed an agreement designed to expand the relationship between the two companies, enabling product finishers using Sherwin-Williams innovative ProVisions™ program to purchase Wagner’s line of manual industrial powder coating equipment.
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The National Association for Surface Finishing Adds T&J Industries and Polyfab Plastics & Supply to the fold.
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A few weeks ago I headed off to the state of Michigan—reporter’s pad and camera in tow—with the goal of sizing up a handful of plating and finishing operations for possible inclusion in the new “Profile” section of the magazine. I got much more than I bargained for via a healthy dose of harsh rea...
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Purchase advances Graco's core growth strategies while providing a leading position in industrial powder paint equipment sector
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Primary goal is to solidify Osborn as a complete finishing solution specialist.
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Event takes place Nov. 27-28, 2012, at the Ford College, Loughborough University Leicestershire, UK; deadline is Aug. 12.
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The new Cr(VI)-free black zinc flake coating from Atotech offers high corrosion protection for Volkswagen automotive parts.
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The 2010 New England Surface Finishing Regional Conference will be held on Friday, Nov. 5, 2010, at the Cape Codder Resort and Spa, Hyannis, Mass.
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Christian Richter, founder and CEO of The Policy Group, was recently named executive vice president of the National Association for Surface Finishing, or NASF.
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Sherwin-Williams has signed an agreement with Spraylat Corporation of Pelham, N.Y., to become the exclusive North American distributor of Spraylat EMI/RFI shielding finishes.
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Metal Finishing magazine recently asked various industry members if they thought that the automotive resurgence currently under way would have been possible without the U.S. government’s intervention. What followed was a spirited, evenly divided debate.
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4-Day Airline & Aerospace Finishing Educational Program
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Conference programming and trade show for end users of industrial finishing
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National Partnership for Environmental Priorities program encourages ‘proactive’ reduction of hazardous chemicals, waste.
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3D-MID are designed to maximize space use where components are placed at different heights and in different declinations.
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Cappallo elevated to Wheelabrator Plus U.S. sales and service manager
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The Chemical Coaters Association International honored members for service and dedication and installed its 2012 – 2013 Officers and National Board members during their 2012 Annual Meeting held in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., in late-June.
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Kelly Mowry has four children to feed and a business to run. As president of Gull Industries, a metal coating service provider in Houston, Texas, Mowry—a 40-year industry veteran—has recently been thinking twice about his chosen profession. Make no mistake: The Texas A&M University alumnus loves ...
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SUR/FIN 2009, the premier technical conference and exhibition for the North American surface finishing industry, kicked off June 15–17 at the Kentucky International Convention Center. The three-day event offered more than 70 technical sessions, a special keynote presentation focused on the econom...
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New devices offers rapid and reliable XRF coating thickness measurement and materials analysis.
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When budgeting for new finishing equipment or upgrading an existing line, it is important to note that each requirement is unique and must be carefully considered before arriving at an accurate estimate. In this feature, Jim Sutherland, sales manager for CJI Process Systems, describes several key...
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The newly released Institute for Supply Management’s Index, a barometer of manufacturing inventories, rose more than 8% to 52.9 in August—up from 48.9 in July. A reading above 50 indicates expansion and growth, while a number below 50 means economic contraction.
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In-depth article addresses the fundamental questions related to setting up—and analyzing—a spray booth system.
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Purchase expected to extend PPG's presence in all three architectural distribution channels--company-owned stores, home centers, and independent paint dealers.
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"Blue pear"l hue aims to harmonize with stainless steel appearance.
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Uyemura's George Milad to deliver a presentation on electroless nickel immersion gold.
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Online registration is now open for COATING EAST 2009, the second innovative regional conference & trade show to be held in 2009 Sept. 30–Oct. 1 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn.
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The European Union continues to issue regulatory directives restricting or limiting the use of metals in products such as the ELV, RoHS, and WEEE. Providing the surface finishing industry with information on compliance and testing methodology, understanding the specific requirements of these dire...
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In his recent column, “Selling, Buying, and Merging Companies During a Recession” (Metal Finishing, Sept. 2009), my esteemed colleague Bert Sherwood outlined potential growth strategies for metal finishing companies looking to survive this “Great Recession.” I agree that one of the options he pre...
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SUR/FIN 2010, set for June 14-17 at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Mich., is literally right around the corner. Register today and be a part of something big!
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SUR/FIN 2010, set for June 14-17 at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids, Mich., is literally right around the corner. Register today and be a part of something big!
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Increase attributed to a combination of disciplined spending and significantly larger sales volume.
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With Grand Rapids, Mich., serving as the backdrop for SUR/FIN 2010, it’s only fitting that the conference programming reflect the major issues facing the domestic automotive industry. To that end, the National Association for Surface Finishing, NASF, has tapped the Center for Automotive Research,...
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An integrated manufacturing facility, utilizing scrubbers to neutralize and exhaust alkaline and acidic fumes from metal pretreatment, phosphating, and electroplating process applications, was experiencing poor removal efficiency and severe debris and biofouling upon internal piping and media.
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In a ruling of major significance, a federal circuit court upheld OSHA’s 2006 decision to set a Cr6 workplace exposure limit of 5 µg/m3. The announcement comes from The Policy Group, the Washington, D.C.-based government relations arm of the National Association for Surface Finishing.
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The efficacy, convenience, and cost effectiveness of vapor corrosion inhibiting (VCI) packaging products have made their application for rust control almost universal in automotive, machine tools, aerospace, electronics, power generation, and the military. As with all industrial chemical products...
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Optimum Anode Technologies, a newly formed business affiliate of Titan Metal Fabricators, has hit the ground running with a full complement of dimensionally stable anode coatings designed to meet or exceed the technical and operational needs of customers in a number of industries, including biote...
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Don’t let the name fool you. At Cadillac Plating, it’s all about the zinc: zinc iron hexavalent black, zinc iron trivalent black, zinc trivalent clear, zinc trivalent yellow, zinc hexavalent yellow, and zinc olive drab. It’s a specialty focus that, according to the company, provides a lucrative m...
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The Chemical Coaters Association International, CCAI, honored members for their service and dedication and installed its 2009–2010 officers and national board members during its recent annual meeting, held in Scottsdale, Ariz.
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Manufacturers achieve major improvements in blast nozzle life using CERBIDE™ vs. alternataive materials, including boron carbide, tungsten carbide and aluminum oxide.
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On July 23, 2008, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) issued a new regulation that regulates air emissions of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) from nine metal fabrication and finishing source categories. This rule, promulgated as 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 63, ...
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Review of three independent manufacturing reports: the Federal Reserve's U.S. Industrial Production Summary for November; Association for Manufacturing Technology's October Orders Report; and the latest PMI Index from the Institute for Supply Management.
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Dysol, Inc., has appointed a distributor for the MagChem line of engine overhaul, maintenance and lubrication products.
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ZinKlad 1000 finishes meet Ford WSS M21 P51 specification.
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Article examines the interactions between mixed metal oxide anodes and various plating baths.
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Dennis Dumsha has joined the Pavco team as Global Approvals Manager.
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California-based Wesgo Metals site now offers custom brazing services.
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Following its acquisition of UK-based Deloro Stellite, Kennametal has added a new business unit, Kennametal Stellite.
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Under Koch's leadership, DeFelsko pioneered many technologies, including hand-held ultrasonic coating thickness gages, among others.
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North America's largest metal forming, fabricating, finishing and welding event returns to McCormick Place. This annual event anticipates 30,000 visitors and more than 1,200 exhibiting companies covering upwards of 450,000 net square feet of floor space.
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Exclusive interview with Dan Dunigan and Kenn Leuzinger, founders of The Finishing Experts.
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Metal Finishing continues its online webinar series with a presentation on the “Forensic Analysis of Coating Failures.” The webinar will be moderated by Ron Joseph, Metal Finishing's organic editor, and a full-time paint and coatings consultant. Listen to a preview of this upcoming webinar program.
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The spouted bed electrode, SBE, electroplating machine was specifically designed for parts with dimensions smaller than 1 cm in any single dimension. The key technology of the SBE plater is the use of a solution jet that circulates the parts throughout the plating chamber during cleaning, activat...
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Hong Kong-based Process Automation International Ltd. (PAL), which supplies technologies and expertise in a variety of plating methods, has entered into a partnership with Elsyca, a Leuven, Belgium-based supplier of plating feasibility and tooling solutions. The goal, the parties said, is to prov...
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One of my responsibilities as Organic Coatings Editor for Metal Finishing is attending conferences, be they coatings-related, environmental, or military. I've been doing this for so many years that I've developed a well-honed routine for getting the most out of the available time.
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Air blasting contributes to more productive cleaning and pretreatment by making short work of otherwise time-consuming and labor-intensive tasks. For many metal finishers, particularly shops that rebuild parts, prep work often represents more than half the battle. Success depends on maximizing s...
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Visitors from 15 European countries attend special Atotech event.
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Douglas Kielbasa has been named Technical Service Engineer, Performance Coatings, for the U.S. Central Region by Enthone Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics.
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Partnership with The Thermoclad Company aims to support delivery of top-performing products.
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Deal gives Technic exclusive distribution rights for STS vibratory equipment products in North America and Europe.
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Powder coating industry veteran recognized for numerous contributions.
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A special manufacturing-related session is scheduled to take place 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 17, at SUR/FIN 2010 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
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Technic, based in Cranston, Rhode Island, is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive redesign of its website, www.technic.com. The new site features industry links and resources as well as expanded content, videos, product search capabilities and more.
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Deal would expand Curtiss-Wright’s portfolio of niche coating technologies.
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The new PrimaSprint Manual Powder Coating unit introduction from Wagner was selected to receive the Sherwin-Williams award.
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Coatings maker recognized for sustainable, color-shifting coatings on port building in San Diego.
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Acquisition aims to strengthen Wisconsin Oven’s global positioning in key industries.
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Thirty-year industry veteran elevated to the position of Vice President, Technologies.
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Move designed to strengthen technical support of Technic's fast growing business in Asia.
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Expanded corporate headquarters and principal manufacturing facility reflect growing demand among TITAN's customer base.
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More than 50 OEMs and tier suppliers participated in the educational program.
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DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop. This three-day intensive training program entails both classroom and hands-on sessions. Two Continuing Education Units are awarded. Attendees should be involved with industrial, contrac...
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SUR/FIN is the annual conference and trade show organized by the National Association for Surface Finishing. As the surface finishing industry’s premier event, professionals from around the world assemble to share ideas, experiences, and to solve surface finishing and manufacturing problems while...
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Facility represents TITAN’s first expansion outside the United States.
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Barbara and Ed Kanegsberg, authors of the new "On the Surface" section in Metal Finishing magazine, give readers a "heads-up" about Federal EPA changes in allowable uses of solvents.
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Successful implementation of transitional metal conversions can save both time and money—but only if the processes are executed properly.
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Speakers from automotive makers, paint makers, part suppliers as well as raw material suppliers will share their best practices and challenges to optimize color & appearance.
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Workshop focusing on peening, blasting, cleaning and vibratory finishing.
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Learn about improving the efficiency of industrial
finishing operations while maximizing investment returns by attending the Minnesota Paint and Powder Coating Expo 2012.
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Leading manufacturer in the surface preparation industry marks half a century in business.
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Event introduces ITW Gema partners to the latest Color Change Technology
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Event signals PPG's plans to bring more advanced technologies and ‘green’ products to customers in China.
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ITW Gema and MKB llc (Halo Coatings) have reached an agreement on a strategic global partnership to promote a new technology, known as the Halo Process. According to the parties, this unique process—which utilizes powder coatings that are designed to reflect light—is expected to impact markets wh...
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Latest patent focuses in improving stent performance by optimizing the implant metal microstructure.
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Muscarella's career as a sales manager, president and owner of companies that manufactured corrosion-resistant equipment spanned 40-plus years.
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It is very unlikely that many newly developed cleaning solvents will be introduced in the coming years. The reasons include: the costs are too great; the expected return is too small; and limitations of chemistry make the chance of success in providing a perfect solvent too low. Other than those ...
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In part I of this column, I showed how common open-top vapor degreasers can fail if used with solvent blends. The reason is the vapor produced from most binary solvent blends becomes enriched in the most volatile of the two components. If that vapor escapes from the degreaser via any means, the b...
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Executive director calls event CCAI's "most successful annual meeting ever."
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Purchase expands Hentzen Coatings' offering to include architectural finishes.
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Leading industry barometer shows manufacturing sector continuing to expand.
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3C Technology has developed—and proposed for commercial applications—a method for electroplating titanium alloys in the form of a coating on plastic and carbon foams.
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Henkel Automotive Surface Technology Group has entered into an agreement with HIT Solutions, whereby HIT Solutions will serve as a sales and distribution partner for much of the Midwest United States.
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Partnership between Haviland Products and Product-Sol targets neeeds of the automotive, military, and aerospace industries.
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NASF, the National Association for Surface Finishing, recognized more than a dozen individuals for their dedication, service, and technical contributions to the surface finishing industry during a special ceremony at SUR/FIN 2009 in Louisville, Ky., June 15–17.
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Heavy-duty industrial equipment manufacturer selects PPG Industries as sole coating supplier for North Little Rock, Ark., plant.
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Mark Hutchinson tapped to cover U.S. Central Region
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A worldwide leader in dependability, technical support, and design for 50 years, SERFILCO brings its expertise to SUR/FIN, where it plans to teach platers and dealers the most up-to-date methods to carbon treat to effectively keep organics out of the plating solution.
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Environmental stewardship, hard chrome plating techniques are among the main topics in AESF's fall training lineup.
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Completion of the transaction follows Nordson’s May 21 announcement that it had entered into an agreement to acquire EDI.
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The scope and title of PA 2 have changed to reflect the 2012 revision of ASTM D7091-12.
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$30 million, 42,000 sq. meter facility to house a raw material and finished goods warehouse, manufacturing building, and a technology center.
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While there are few specific rules for benchmarking the performance of an ultrasonic system, there are some general considerations regarding the overall need for a new system, or evaluating the day-to-day performance of your present system.
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The industry will likely see more controls—not less—on industrial processes in both the commercial and Department of Defense (DOD) context. So said Christian Richter, principal with The Policy Group, during an address at the DOD's Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program Conferenc...
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Effective July 1, 2009, Werner Auer took the reins as head of Siemens VAI Metals Technologies GmbH & Co. Auer, who was previously CFO of the Business Unit located in Linz, succeeds Richard Pfeiffer as CEO.
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The National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) is offering members valuable assistance in deciphering Europe’s complex regulation on Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals—otherwise referred to by the acronym, “REACH.” The regulation—which went into effect in...
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With compliance deadlines for new environmental regulations fast approaching or already in effect, surface finishers are challenged to manage the transition to alternative coating materials and away from hexavalent chromium.
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Computers and electronic products were among the top-performing categories in January, according to a recently released market sector report from the Institute of Supply Management, or ISM.
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Modest gains seen among key sectors, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics.
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Vehicle and automotive parts manufacturing played a big role in July’s performance.
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Inudstry experts to offer their respective forecasts and predictions for the coming year.
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Goal is to reduce injuries and illnesses at ‘high-hazard’ workplaces.
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Pofalla is responsible for the marketing of ENTHONE® base metals and plating on plastics processes used in decorative automotive applications.
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Paint shop is part of a $600-million investment in the plant, which builds the Buick LaCrosse and Chevrolet Malibu.
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Phoenix Coaters an established company located in South Central Wisconsin has added a second electro-coat and topcoat system to complement its existing four production coating lines and is seeking an experienced sales individual to support the business.
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Bader brings more than 30 years experience in management and the marketing and sales of electronics materials.
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Along with new name—SurTec, Inc—corporate installs new management team.
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Ultrasonic cleaning increases yield, turbo-charges cleaning, increases profits, and boosts your competitive edge—but only if you do it right. Understanding critical variables can help maximize the return on your cleaning system investment.
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Reginald Tucker discusses upcoming surface finishing events, including Coating East 2009 and the Southern Metal Finishing Conference. He also takes a look back at the awards ceremony held during SUR/FIN 2009 this past June in Louisville, Ky.
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Tune in for the latest news releases, announcements, and events impacting the surface finishing industry. This week's news features June industrial production numbers, an overview of GM's emergence from bankruptcy, and the Precision Metalforming Association's (PMA) July Business Conditions Report.
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Online registration is now open for SUR/FIN 2010! Save the date for June 14–17, Devos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids, Mich.
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This week's newscast reports on the latest unemployment figures from the U.S. Department of Labor. Also covered are several developments on the merger and acquisition front.
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This week's newscast reports on the latest unemployment claims from the U.S. Dept. of Labor. Also covered...upcoming training opportunities for platers, painters, and powder coaters.
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People in the News...Awards & Certifications...Plant Expansions
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NASF Announces Washington Forum Updates
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U.S. January auto sales, plus newly released employment figures
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Countdown to SUR/FIN 2010: Automotive Issues High on the Agenda
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February automotive sales, plus newly released unemployment numbers.
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Enthone expands staff...Acme Celebrates 100 years in business...NADCAP approval for SIFCO
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Newly released U.S. automotive sales for the month of March, plus 2010 J.D. Power & Associates Vehicle Dependability Study
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March unemployment report...mergers and acquisitions...NASF announces new members
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People in the news...upcoming events
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Kyle Hankinson returns to KCH; Technic partners with Circuit Automation; new dates for SFCHINA 2010.
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Newly released economic and manufacturing data for the month of August...Coaters and metal polishers invest in the business...Fall convention and conference schedules announced.
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Appointments and promotions; Expansions; Training and Education
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Personnel announcements, acquisitions and expansions, and upcoming special editions.
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2012 IPC Expo recap, including new board members and awards presentations. Latest U.S. employment numbers for February.
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March employment report; Institute for Supply Management's Report on Business; and the latest U.S. Automotive Sales Report
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NASF Annual Awards Presentation; Save the date for SUR/FIN 2013
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Manufacturing technology orders; U.S. July unemployment report; SIFCO ASC featured on FOX Business Network's "Manufacturing Marvels" Show; AutoTechnology training programs; COATING 2012 technical sessions
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People in the news, acquisitions, parternships, certifications, and upcoming events
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Regulatory victory for NASF...kudos to Valley Chrome Plating for pollution prevention measures
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Highlights from the U.S. Bureau of Labor's monthly jobs report
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U.S. November Auto Sales...Manufacturing Conference Set for March...People in the News..
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U.S. automotive sales for the month of January; product innovation award for Wagner Systems, Inc.
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February unemployment numbers, plus the latest purchasing executive sentiment report from the Institute for Supply Management
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MAMF New York Branch Annual Awards Presentation, Plus People in the News
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Final Countdown to SUR/FIN 2010...upcoming regional events...new digs for CST-SurTec...people in the news
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New name for Vulcanium...AESF Fall Training Schedule
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"Conceptos Básicos de Pintura en Polvo en Español" to be held on Tuesday, April 16, at the American Welding Society Headquarters Conference Center in Miami, Fla.
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Jason Maupin promoted to vice president; Terry Copeland named vice president, commercial business development.
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SWD's Rick Delawder named NASF president
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Jason Maupin promoted to vice president; Terry Copeland named vice president, commercial business development.
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Leader in specialty chemicals inaugurated a new production unit for its Industrial & Consumer Specialties Business Unit in Coatzacoalcos, Mexico.
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Chemetall has acquired the assets of Artech Technologies, a specialty chemical company based in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
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Today, ultrasonic cleaning of parts is utilized in a dizzying array of applications. To that end, ultrasonic cleaning works best when paired with the appropriate soap for each application.
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Professional Plating could dazzle you dizzy with its deep range of finishing services—rack zinc plating, barrel zinc plating, acrylic e-coating, epoxy e-coating, custom powder coating, and specialty ceramic coatings, to name a few. But it’s not just about diversity for diversity’s sake. The real ...
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ACA is concerned that many high solids coatings will be lost given the SCAQMD's proposed interim limits.
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Leader in advanced electroplated nanotechnologies earns patent for vacuum-tight nanometal coating for thermoplastic and composite parts.
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Deal enables Ecology Coatings to provide BASF a non-exclusive license for use of four patents involving metal, plastic, and fiberglass coating technologies.
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General Motors Company, GM, is investing more than $230 million in four GM plants in the greater Flint, Mich., area to support the production of the fuel-efficient 2011 Chevrolet Cruze and Volt. The investment represents more than 500 jobs.
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When the curtain lifts on SUR/FIN 2010 in Grand Rapids, Mich., June 15–17, attendees looking for the “same old, same old” are going to be a bit disappointed. That’s because the National Association for Surface Finishing, or NASF, has made significant changes that promise to enhance the overall ex...
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DuPont, PPG Industries, and Sherwin-Williams benefit from end-user demand, global activity, acquisitions, and price hikes.
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As manufacturing goes, so goes metal finishing—that’s a given. What remains somewhat of a mystery, though, is forecasting the precise point in 2010 when we can expect manufacturing employment and output to return to more respectable levels.
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Corrosion society recognizes achievements in materials science, research and development, and organizational leadership.
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This three-day intensive workshop, held on the campus of Owens Community College, familiarizes participants with the equipment, systems, and techniques of spray finishing. Topics include surface preparation, equipment types, evaluation, and spray applications associated with industrial finishing.
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Surface finishing Industry's premier event focused on new finishing products and techniques for aerospace, automotive coatings, fasteners, and more. Economic and regulatory issues will be covered as well.
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The 10th Guangzhou (China) International Surface Finishing, Electroplating and Coating Exhibition is jointly organized by China Surface Engineering Association Electroplating Branch, China Surface Engineering Association Painting Branch, and Wise Exhibition (Guangdong) Co., Ltd. There are separat...
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This conference is designed to market the expansion of electrocoat technology through the education of finishing industry personnel and those interested in the technology, both as a coating application and also a “primer” of choice for many other topcoat finishes
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Three-day intensive workshop that familiarizes participants with the equipment, systems, and techniques of spray finishing. Topics include surface preparation, equipment types, evaluation, and spray applications associated with industrial finishing. In addition, the latest technologies will be ex...
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Three-day intensive workshop that familiarizes participants with the equipment, systems, and techniques of spray finishing. Topics include surface preparation, equipment types, evaluation, and spray applications associated with industrial finishing. In addition, the latest technologies will be ex...
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Three-day intensive workshop that familiarizes participants with the equipment, systems, and techniques of spray finishing. Topics include surface preparation, equipment types, evaluation, and spray applications associated with industrial finishing. In addition, the latest technologies will be ex...
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Three-day intensive workshop that familiarizes participants with the equipment, systems, and techniques of spray finishing. Topics include surface preparation, equipment types, evaluation, and spray applications associated with industrial finishing. In addition, the latest technologies will be ex...
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The "Cleaning Lady" and "Rocket Scientist" provide some actions that job shop owners can take to protect their production line against common cleaning pitfalls.
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Metal Finishing's adhesion and bonding expert discusses how blistering can be reduced or even eliminated by the proper selection of coating materials and substrate surface preparation.
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Newly released Federal Reserve report shows reflects 1.1% increase in output; revisions issued for February and March.
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The article discusses the range of filters available and the effect that different conditions and circumstances have on filter performance.
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The Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) honored members for their service and dedication at its annual meeting held earlier this summer in Clearwater Beach, Fla. During the event, the association also installed its 2008–09 officers.
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Modify employee health plans and adjust production shifts. Renegotiate lending terms with banks and payment schedules with customers to secure more favorable financing and expedite receivables. Diversify your client base beyond the core, staple sectors in order to provide a buffer against markets...
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Despite a consistently robust conference program, many finishers and suppliers are choosing not to participate in this important industry event.
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The output of durable consumer goods increased, as gains in automotive products and in home electronics more than offset declines in the indices for appliances, furniture, and carpeting and miscellaneous durable goods.
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The Awards of Excellence acknowledge exemplary contributions by authors and presenters from the previous year's Anodizing Conference.
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National Association for Surface Finishing Conference & Tradeshow continues to grow.
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Custom paint finishing system designer/fabricator featured in a two-minute “spotlight” of capability and manufacturing ability.
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Institute of Supply Management’s industry barometer reflects continued expansion of manufacturing.
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Investment in state-of-the-art Indian facility designed to service thriving local automotive manufacturing market.
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Double-digit fuel economy gains possible with more substitution for steel and aluminum, GM says.
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Leading industry group welcomes Reliant Aluminum Products, LLC, the exclusive North American supplier of Clariant colorants and additives for aluminum anodizing and finishing.
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Key gauge of supply executive confidence bodes well for manufacturing.
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State-of-the-art facility will employ 74 individuals, from workers to supervisors and chemists, in Blackman Township, Mich.
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Pete Barth will lead new business sales for industrial finishing accounts.
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Two of Germany’s most important industrial and surface finishing events—Paint Expo and parts2clean—have set dates for 2010.
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The National Association for Surface Finishing, or NASF, has announced the members recently selected to the 2010 board of directors.
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In this column, I describe what aerosol-dispensed cleaners are, and how they are used.
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Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on new products at COATING 2012, with proceeds going to worthy charitable causes.
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Enhancements to AGCO's Minnesota facility to include: 30,000-square-foot expansion of the component manufacturing area; the installation of an additional robotic welder and a sheet laser; and an in-line paint system.
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Launch party to take place in February at The Henry Autograph Collection Hotel in Dearborn, Mich.
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Certification confirms effectiveness of quality management system and accuracy and reliability of tests within the laboratory.
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Bayer will retain its trade name Desmophen® to continue to sell its diverse portfolio of products to the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers industries globally.
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Purchase designed to strengthen Clariant's portfolio of new materials for the electronics and energy markets.
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Respondents anticipate a decline in business conditions over the short term, PMA survey shows.
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Leading economic indicator reflects contraction in the U.S. manufacturing economy.
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Weaker output, plus lower utility consumption impacts U.S. industrial production.
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Deal combines strengths of both organizations.
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Poly Products is proud to announce the promotion of Jeff Kubiak from sales manager to the position of vice president of sales. Kubiak, a 14-year veteran with Poly Products, has been with the company since it was purchase by Senney Enterprises in 1996.
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New B.O.B, a.k.a ‘Bust Our Butts’, initiative ups the ante on customer service.
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A newly released Report from the Institute of Supply Management, or ISM, shows economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in May for the 10th consecutive month, with the overall economy showing growth for 13 straight months.
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A newly released report from the Federal Reserve showed industrial production in the U.S. increased 0.4 percent last month, following a decline of 0.2% in October.
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Regional medical equipment design exhibition set for Anaheim, Calif.
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New audit system was designed to align with the existing high standards of certifications currently required by the major auto manufacturers.
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Layoffs are a result of the planned completion of the Space Shuttle program.
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Sep to lead the Enthone European Marketing Team in delivering industry-centric coating solutions to OEMs, applicators, and job shops.
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New online program offers website development and Internet exposure for custom manufacturers and industrial service providers.
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Melbourne, Fla., chosen site for Embraer aircraft production facility.
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Greg Terrell, national sales manager, Coventya, Inc., provides insights on helping reps maximize their true value proposition.
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Certified applicator and coater of resin-based powder coatings expands to meet demands of customers in the Southeast.
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Industrial production in the U.S. increased 0.8% in November after having been unchanged in October. Manufacturing production advanced 1.1%, with broad-based gains among both durables and nondurables.
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Rinehart Racing has entered into a new state-of-the-art manufacturing arrangement with Clearline Industries, LLC, for the manufacturing of its motorcycle performance exhaust product line.
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Dörken Corporation USA, an operating unit of Dörken MKS-Systeme, Herdecke, Germany and a global leader in the manufacture of corrosion protection coating systems, trademarked under the name DELTA-MKS®, for a variety of parts including fasteners, springs, brackets clips and stamped parts, recently...
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American Finishing Resources, LLC, or AFR, recently announced its Chilton Coatings Removal and Tooling Fabrication operations have become registered to the ISO 9001:2008 international standard.
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Pittsburgh, Pa.-based Integran Technologies Inc., a leader in the development and commercialization of advanced metallurgical nano-technologies, has entered into a market development agreement with Bensenville, Ill.-based Magnetic Shield Corporation, which specializes in solving problems of magne...
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The National Association for Surface Finishing, or NASF, is putting out the call for finisher exhibitors to participate in SUR/FIN 2010, set to take place in Grand Rapids, Mich., June 15–17.
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The last day to register for COATING 2009, which takes place in Nashville, Tenn., is Friday, Sept. 18. After that time, only on-site registration will be available.
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The West Michigan Chapter of CCAI, the Chemical Coaters Association International, plans to conduct a session at SUR/FIN 2010 in Grand Rapids, Mich.
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The Innovative Fluid Handling Group, or IFH, has purchased Phrophetstown, Ill.-based Williams Powder Coating and in the process created a new division called Powder Coaters, LLC.
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DISA Group, a leader in molding and casting technology, has merged with Wheelabrator Group, a leader in surface preparation technology, to create a formidable metallic parts enhancement company. The two companies, each owned by Mid Europa Partners, have been granted official approval by the Germa...
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Senator Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) recently received the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence—an honor that recognizes federal lawmakers whose voting records have consistently supported manufacturing in America. The event was sponsored by Dixie In...
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Surface finishing industry members convened in Washington, D.C., April 28–30 for the 2009 Washington Forum, the annual event sponsored by the National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) in conjunction with The Policy Group, NASF's government relations arm. Topics of discussion spanned the s...
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The National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) has launched a new program to help members navigate the regulatory maze otherwise referred to as “REACH,” the regulation on Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals. The goal is to provide finishers, suppliers, and...
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Paint equipment maker installs scores of new painting robots at Volkswagen in Bratislava.
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Rick Reagan, 33-year veteran with Cookson and Alpha, brings a wealth of experience in PCB fabrication and assembly markets.
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Responsibilities include key account process implementation activities and execution of new product introductions.
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Distinction recognizes the extraordinary diligence required for processing and testing aerospace materials and components.
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Addition furthers PPG’s strategy to "remain a leading industrial coatings supplier."
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Annual third-party survey based solely on employee feedback.
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Ahrens brings a wealth of both industry and executive management expertise to Enthone.
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Airlines specify PPG Aerospace primer, pretreatment as option on Boeing widebodies.
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The pattern of use of perchloroethylene suggests that reductions in its use in parts cleaning will be slow due to trends in other industries.
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Expo/symposium will provide a host of presentations describing the latest innovations in powder coating chemistry, manufacturing, application, and curing technology
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$1.5 million provided through SERDP for powder topcoat development.
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Purchase furthers the capabilities of PPG’s industrial coatings business for both liquid and powder coatings.
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Case study looks at how a New York-based metal finisher adopted new wastewater treatment capabilities, resulting in plating process improvements and electricity reductions.
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Advanced Coating & Application Technologies promises to revolutionize the traditional coating process.
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A newly released report from the U.S. Department of Commerce showed industrial production rose 01. percent in May—the second consecutive month with little or no gain.
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Acquisition designed to create greater customer and industry diversification, while providing more products and processes through an expanded geographic footprint.
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Key economic indicator shows continuous growth in manufacturing.
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High-tech, high reliability manufacturers require state-of-the-art clean manufacturing technology and implementation strategies for successful design and execution of product quality improvement and manufacturing waste reduction programs. Manufacturing waste reduction programs involving CO2 Clean...
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Southern California-based supplier to the aerospace and aeronautical industries has an opening for a Plating Technician.
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The photometric method for the determination of Cr+3 is rapid, simple and precise, and can be applied successfully without a systematic error.
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Reducing energy usage and emissions via a regenerative, dry-filtration method that separates wet paint overspray from spray booth process air.
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A newly released Federal Reserve report showed industrial production edged up 0.1% in February, following a gain of 0.9 % in January.
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According to InsideEPA.com, the Pentagon's acquisition chief has signed off on a memo essentially forcing the military to use substitutes in place of hexavalent chromium, an anti-corrosive, in new weapon systems and processes as well as in operation and maintenance activities. The move goes a ste...
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is publishing a final rule that revises the definition of solid waste to exclude certain hazardous secondary materials from regulation under Subtitle C of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The purpose of this final rule is to encourage sa...
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On July 1, 2008, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published the final regulation for plating and polishing area sources in the Federal Register (73 Fed. Reg. 37728). The final rule, 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart WWWWWW, is effective immediately for new affected sources (i.e., those that begin ...
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The Society of Vacuum Coaters, SVC, plans to hold its inaugural Topical Conference—also known as TopCon—on Nov. 3-5, 2009, at the Albuquerque Marriott, in Albuquerque, N.M.
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The Institute for Supply Management, or ISM, pegged the August PMI index at 56.3% for August—an indication of manufacturing growth.
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Latest Institute for Supply Management Survey reflects positive manufacturing activity.
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A newly released report from the Federal Reserve shows industrial production was unchanged in October, after having fallen 0.2 percent in September.
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U.S. economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in August for the 13th consecutive month, according to the Institute for Supply Management’s PMI Index.
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Latest PMI report shows economic activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in July for the 12th consecutive month.
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The 19th Annual International Anodizing Conference & Exposition is set to take place Oct. 5-7, 2010 at the Marriott Montréal Château Champlain in Montréal, Québec, Canada.
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Industrial production advanced 1.2% in May after rising 0.7% in April, according to a newly released report from the U.S. Federal Reserve.
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Institute for Supply Management’s key index shows U.S. manufacturing continues to expand, albeit more slowly.
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Purchasing survey results bode well for manufacturing.
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Falloff in key durable goods categories puts drag on output.
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Electronics association advocates for rule that encourages recycling of secondary materials.
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Morgan Technical Ceramics has released an article exploring how new brazing alloys improve thermal barriers in the hot section of jet engines.
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Cutting-edge chemical manufacturing plant based in Blackman Township.
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Well-made anodes are critical to any plating process as they: extend bath life; have less metallic contamination; produce parts without roughness; and require less maintenance.
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Monthly survey shows metalformers predict a spike in orders over the next three months.
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Deal enables AkzoNobel to strengthen its position in specialty plastic coatings.
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Index rises 0.2 percent, largely on the strength of durable goods manufacturing and mining.
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Slight uptick seen in key barometer of confidence among inventory purchasing executives.
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John Durkee, Metal Finishing’s “Cleaning Times” columnist, provides an overview of OSHA’s recently revised HCS as it relates to those who use cleaning chemicals.
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Mild uptick in production is due primarily to an increase in the output of automotive components.
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Manufacturing sector accounts for 29,000 on the strength of machinery, primary metals, and computer and electronic products.
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In the last installment of his three-part series on aerosol-dispensed cleaning, John Durkee, Metal Finishing’s “Cleaning Times” columnist, covers the two significant hazards of using aerosol-dispensed cleaners for local site cleaning applications: flammability and inhalation toxicity.
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West Michigan custom coater helps in the effort to spare landfill from 500 tons of metal.
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Atotech, a global metal finishing chemical supplier and industry leader in green paint shop technologies, has gained QUALICOAT approval for two aluminum paint pretreatment processes.
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The process reliability of pretreatment methods is the basis for high-quality products in the production of metal parts with special surface requirements. The cleaning process is the essential step between the finished shape forming and subsequent surface treatment and surface coating, respective...
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Fanta Equipment, a leading fabricator of metal finishing equipment in North America, has launched a new website featuring its Fanta, Napco, and Udylite brands. The new site includes information on the custom capabilities, brand-name machines and replacement parts available from Fanta, Napco, and ...
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Agency's denial of the petition for administration reconsideration rejects calls from the NASF to soften its updated chromium electroplating national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants,
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Surface coatings specialist's booth to reflect a 'collision shop' theme; industry stars, radical rods and bikes are also on tap.
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Powder Coating Institute ends two-year collaboration with NACE.
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Lammert de Boer responsible for Central and Eastern Europe; Emmanuel Colchen to manage Western Europe.
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Moderate industry analysts and observers offer counterpoints to more dire economic forecasts.
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Even in the face of such a tepid economy recovery, there are reasons to be cautiously optimistic.
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Program honors oustanding technical paper presentations.
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Activity in the manufacturing sector expanded in June for the eleventh consecutive month, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
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Manufacturing still expanding, but rate of growth is slowing down
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In Part II of what he calls his “swan song,” industry veteran John “Jack” Horner touches on a range of subjects, from Ni electroplating from a sulfamate plating solution, to anodizing Ni, to zinc as an undercoating for Cu-Ni-Cr on steel.
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This three-day intensive training program covering topics such as: equipment types and selection; equipment set-up, operation, and maintenance; surface preparation and defect analysis; material selection; and safety and regulatory concerns.
To register, or for additional information, contact J...
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Ed Petrie, Metal Finsihing's "Adhesion & Bonding" columnist, explores new solvents that have been developed for a multitude of uses, including the removal of contaminants from substrates prior to coating.
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How to properly set up a mid-size, RoHS-compliant EN line without breaking the bank.
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Enthone, Inc., a business of Cookson Electronics, has acquired select assets of Westbrook Technologies, Inc., headquartered in Scarborough, Ontario. Specifically, Enthone has acquired exclusive rights and knowledge to all Westbrook intellectual property as it relates to the surface finishing indu...
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If a child is told to wash her hands and then reappears flinging soap suds and water around the room, then the local adult is apt to send her back for additional reprocessing. In product manufacturing, there are three steps in the overall cleaning process: washing (cleaning), rinsing, and drying....
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Dozens of General Motorsmanufacturing plants have achieved “zero landfill” status by recycling or reusing all normal plant wastes.
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Uptick in automotive, aerospace, and transportation equipment manufacturing drives 0.8% increase in U.S. industrial production
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After gains during the previous month, U.S. industrial production declined 0.1 percent in February.
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Drop in key economic indicator confirms slowdown in manufacturing activity.
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While there are a number of ways to keep paint line components clean, the burn-off oven has become a standard in many facilities due to the ability to clean many parts at once with little or no pollution or hazardous waste
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With the advancements in science and electronics in recent years, metal finishers currently have many choices for the measurement of plating and coating thickness. This article focuses on using the phase sensitive eddy current method.
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TransFair 13 is the ideal forum to recognise innovation and advancement in materials finishing applications, which underpin modern manufacturing in automotive, aerospace, defence, marine and rail production amongst others. Taking place 11 through 13 June 2013 at the prestigious Heritage Motor Cen...
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The production of consumer goods in the U.S. increased 0.6 percent in July after falling 0.4 percent in June, a newly released Federal Reserve Report showed.
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Increase caps 10th consecutive quarterly gain.
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Modest gains in manufacturing not enough to offset declines in mining and utilities.
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Declines in the output of automotive products, appliances, etc., only partly offset by gains in the production of both home electronics and miscellaneous goods.
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Seventeen Boeing partners recognized for exceptional performance.
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Some of the events will target specific major pending risk analyses, including EPA's risk assessments for hexavalent chromium and other key chemicals.
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Montreal-based leader in powder coatings reaches agreement to purchase select assets of Erie, Pa.-based Thermoclad Company.
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Purchase broadens Coventya's capabilities to include cataphoretic lacquers.
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Event serves as a forum for high-level automotive industry executives to network and discuss topics and trends.
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Manufacturing sector continues upward trend.
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Seasoned energy industry business professional tapped to take Chromalloy to the 'next level'
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Finisher scores extremely high in all 10 areas of the audit.
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AkzoNobel completes acquisition of more than 95 percent of Schramm Holding AG shares.
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Minato-Ku, Tokyo, facility to provide Elcometer distributors and customers with a highly trained sales, service and support team.
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Automotive, building & construction markets, sustainability, trade, the economy, manufacturing policy & industry Issues on the agenda.
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Framework designed to help local governments manage stormwater runoff and effluent.
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The latest survey from the Precision Metalforming Association points to a rise in orders during the next three months.
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Worldwide PCB production estimated at $55 billion, with growth seen across all regions.
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The addition of 18,000 jobs last month was not enough to move the needle on the unemployment rate.
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Achievement reinforces Enthone’s analytical capabilities in support of the company’s customer-driven research and product development activities.
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Metalformers anticipate slower activity over the next three months, PMA report shows
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The U.S. economy added 216,000 jobs during the month of March, bringing down the unemployment rate to 8.8%.
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The U.S. economy created only 54,000 jobs in May, putting a damper on the momentum generated over the past few months.
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported nonfarm payroll employment increased by 162,000 in March, holding the national unemployment rate held steady at 9.7%.
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A newly released report from the Federal Reserve shows U.S. industrial production increased 0.1% in October after having averaged monthly gains of about 0.9% over the previous three months. The leading sectors were primary metals, which jumped 3.5%, and machinery output, which edged up 0.2%.
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PMI index trends, along with recent GDP movement, provide encouraging signs of an economic rebound.
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Washing, rinsing, and drying are processes: combinations of chemicals and equipment. When you make a selection to solve a cleaning problem, you have at least three chances to make mistakes.
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced plans to review its revised Definition of Solid Waste (DSW) rule, which went into effect Dec. 29, 2008. The EPA will take comments on the rule at the request of a Sierra Club petition seeking an immediate stay and repeal of the 2008 regulati...
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President Barack Obama earlier this month nominated David Michaels, Assistant Secretary for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA.
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Reliable Silver, Inc., which has been fabricating metals products for industrial and decorative applications for more than 30 years, has rolled out a new pricing program governing its line of precious metals for plating. The program, which entails a value-added, customized pricing/service strateg...
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The nation's car makers are facing a twin-turbo-sized challenge: consistently improving quality and standards on the shop floor while battling misperceptions about vehicle dependability in the court of public opinion.
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The state of U.S. manufacturing took center stage at the recent 2010 Washington Forum.
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Silver and black emerge as most popular ‘worldwide’ automotive colors, annual survey says.
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AeroDef Manufacturing, set for April 2011, to offer insights into the evolution of manufacturing and the technologies driving future development.
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Collaboration results in the launch of enGage™ advanced software, offering plating shop managers mobility and total process monitoring.
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Third-quarter sales up 22 percent to $380 million over the same period a year ago, with operating profits increasing 25 percent to $99 million.
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The 9th Guangzhou International Surface Finishing, Electroplating and Coating Exhibition is jointly organized by China Surface Engineering Association Electroplating Branch, Powder Coating Institute (USA), Guangdong Electroplating Association and Wise Exhibition (Guangdong) Co., Ltd..
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Join us in 2012 as we meet with our federal lawmakers and show them how the nation’s fiscal future and economic security depend on an improved climate for manufacturing. NASF will make specific recommendations to Congress regarding policy change on pending metals and chemicals management issues, ...
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The Metallurgical Society of CIM will be celebrating its 50th Annual Conference of Metallurgists, October 2-5, 2011 in Montreal, Quebec, which will encompass the International Symposium on World Gold 2011 (including Hydrometallurgy, Mineral Processing, Pyrometallurgy, Mining and Geology tracks). ...
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Workshops cover a broad spectrum of spray finishing equipment and techniques--from sunction, gravity, and pressure-feed systems to electrostatics, surface preparation, air filtration, troubleshooting and maintenance, and more.
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This three-day intensive training program offering both classroom and hands-on sessions targeting industrial, contractor, or maintenance spray finishing applications, or spray equipment sales and distribution.
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Understanding the goals and requirements and using well-defined, effective cleaning processes goes a long way to increasing the value of your product to current and potential customers.
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Cold spray is one of the many names for describing a solid-state coating process that uses a high-speed gas jet to accelerate powder particles toward a substrate whereby metal particles plastically deform and consolidate upon impact. The term “cold spray” refers to the relatively low process temp...
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Automotive manufacturers capped off a robust 2011, with the vast majority experiencing double-digit gains in the final month of the year.
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Hundreds of millions of dollars allocated toward engine production and block casting.
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Ministry of Industry supports Integran Technologies, Inc.'s research behind innovative new aerospace and defence products.
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One-and-half-day meeting will address issues such as risk mitigation, whisker detection and failure analysis.
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Second annual event provides a unique opportunity for participants to share perspectives and network with colleagues and other female executives in the manufacturing sector.
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Dave Lurie, previously 'co-executive director,' assumes full-time role at PCI.
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Output of durable goods edges upward, with gains seen in the indices for aerospace, miscellaneous transportation equipment, electrical equipment, appliances and components.
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Of the slew of informative educational seminars offered at FIN-X ’07 in Indianapolis last month, perhaps none hit home like the presentation by noted author and industrial turnaround specialist Michael Collins. In his keynote speech, titled “New Strategies for the New Century: Finding Growth Oppo...
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Industrial production in the U.S. edged up 0.1 percent in June after rising 1.3 percent in May, according to a newly released Federal Reserve report.
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Wet scrubbers are used for the abatement of chemical emissions from process equipment. Many wet scrubbers in operation are achieving less-than-expected emission results and require frequent shutdown due to problems that can be eliminated or reduced with proper design and operation.
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An investigation was performed to determine the cause of coating failures on several large hinged steel boxes. These boxes were constructed of sheet steel and were allegedly coated with corrosion-resistant coatings. However, after exposure outdoors, much of the paint delaminated and severe corros...
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New integrated process combines traditional cleaning methods with fluorescence-based inspection.
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Acid copper plating has come a long way since the early days of double- and single-sided printed wiring boards. This article discusses how the North American printed circuit business continues to adjust to the every-changing landscape of global market conditions.
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Previously unpublished abstracts sought for the 7th International Symposium on Tin Whiskers in November.
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The determination of cleanliness is backed up by lessons learned from failures, surface and analytical tests that may or may not include industry standards, and past performance by similar products.
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A number of independent forecasts from a variety of reputable sources are drawing the same conclusions: the next few years should be kind to the paint and powder coating industry.
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A new coating technology developed and commercialized 10 years ago in Japan and just recently introduced to the U.S. offers revolutionary new properties. This new coating technology allows coated surfaces to become self-cleaning of general soil, prevents the formation of a bio-film, has anti-fog ...
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In the North American market there are some dramatic changes in the landscape, as we see the migration of manufacturing to the Far East, particularly to China. Most of the big runners are made overseas.
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The tentacles of global economic recession have reached the chemical and paint industries. The latest earnings reports among the majors reflect softening industrial demand.
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This column examines how regulatory agencies are hurting our country’s manufacturing prospects.
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GM, Honda, Mazda, and Toyota among the manufacturers making adjustments to limit disruptions in the supply chain.
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Two-day course intended for experienced finishers who work with complex, high-tech, or delicate parts
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Additive manufacturing, 3-D printing, artificial intelligence, and nanotechnology also factor heavily into the economic comeback, industry analyst says.
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Manufacturing output decreased 0.7 percent in August after having risen 0.4 percent in both June and July.
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