Industrial Paint & Powder articles from December 2000

Industrial Paint & Powder archives from December 2000

Calling All Finishing Teams.
December 1, 2000... Not only does it take a village to raise a child, it also takes teamwork to accomplish the best finishing projects. Today's finishing challenges are much too complex to solve alone. It usually takes a team of dedicated professionals from...

OSHA Inspectors Won't Use Self-Audits Against Employers.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... OSHA has finalized a policy that prevents voluntary self-audits from backfiring on an employer. According to the policy. companies that voluntarily evaluate work sites for potential safety and health problems will not be required to routinely...

Ciscan and DriQuik Merge Operations.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Electric and gas IR product manufacturers Ciscan Industries Ltd. (Edmonton, Canada) and DriQuik Industries (Greensburg, IN) are merging their operations. Privately held Ciscan produces explosion-proof catalytic heaters used in paint and powder...

Lilly Moves Closer to Merger With Valspar.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
December 1, 2000... The shareholders of Lilly Industries Inc. (Indianapolis) have approved a previously announced merger agreement with Valspar Corp. (Minneapolis) under which Valspar will acquire all outstanding shares of Lilly common stock for $31.75 per share....

SME and RadTech Collaboration Spotlights UV/EB Technologies.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (Dearborn, MI) and RadTech International North America (Bethesda, MD) are teaming up to bring UV/EB technologies to the forefront at the Finishing 2001 exposition and conference. UV/EB technologies...

BASF Opens Powder Coatings Plant in North Carolina.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
December 1, 2000... BASE Corp. (Mount Olive, NJ) has increased its commitment to the North American powder coatings market with its new 30,000-square-foot powder coatings plant in Morganton, NC. With recent economic assessments showing the North American powder...

New Facilities & Expansions.(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
December 1, 2000... Spraylat Corp. (Mt. Vernon, NY) has announced the startup of its new bonded metallic powder facility at its Gainesville, TX, site. The newly constructed facility will offer a range of standard and custom-bonded metallic powder coatings,...

Mergers & Acquisitions.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Ronningen-Petter (Kalamazoo, MI), a manufacturer of liquid filtration equipment for the industrial processing market, has acquired Groupe Aoustin of Nanterre, France. The new acquisition's line of turnkey liquid filtration systems and...

EPA Data-Regulation Plan Sparks Industry Concern.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Industry representatives are expressing concern over an unprecedented EPA effort to regulate the electronic data management of private companies and states, saying that some businesses could be forced to purchase new computers and other...

EPA Program Likely to Affect Air Emissions.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... EPA water and air officials have floated a new proposal to reduce emissions from facilities near impaired waters under the agency's Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) program, according to a draft of the plan obtained by Inside EPA newsletter. ...

Appeals Court Strikes Down Challenge to Clean Air Rule.(architectural and industrial maintenance rule)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... The U.S. Court of Appeals has denied a challenge to an EPA Clean Air Act architectural and industrial maintenance (AIM) rule brought by a group of Southern California paint manufacturers and others. The National Paint and Coatings Association...

Michigan Man Sentenced for Transporting Illegal Waste.(Gregory Kopke)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... A Michigan man who violated the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act has been sentenced to 24 months in prison and ordered to pay $44,000 in restitution to the U.S. government. Gregory Kopke of Madison Heights, MI, pleaded guilty to...

Powder Management System Does It All.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... * If you operate a powder coating line, do you monitor your pretreatment processes? How about your dry-off ovens? Spray booths? Cure ovens? Conveyors? Can you answer these questions: * How much downtime did your line experience this week?...

'NEW AND IMPROVED' POWDERS KEEP THE MARKET GROWING.
December 1, 2000... New applications for powder, advances in coating chemistry and improvements in process technology are fueling the continuing growth in the powder coatings market. Start with the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, which tightened the...

SMART COATING EQUIPMENT SCRUTINIZES PROCESSES.
December 1, 2000... Powder coating equipment continues to help increase production rates, transfer efficiency and ease of operation. Optimizing cleaning systems saves time and money. Powder coating equipment manufacturers are increasingly churning out...

RESINS FOR THERMOSETTING POWDER COATINGS.
December 1, 2000... Learn about the properties of the ideal resin and whether such a product exists. Although both thermoplastic and thermosetting resins are used in powder coatings, thermosetting powder coatings comprise more than 90% of the market and...

Mercury Marine Bids Bon Voyage to Hazardous Chemicals and Inefficiencies.
December 1, 2000... Marine equipment supplier's four-year journey to cut costs and streamline operations earns profits and kudos for environmental achievements. Like an aging all-star who looks at himself in the mirror and realizes that too much muscle is...

ROOBOL ON PAINTING.
December 1, 2000... Filters Alone Won't Remove HAPs I've read about the availability of a drying chamber for fast stripping water out of waterborne paints. Part of the system is a filter that takes out overspray and 95% of the HAPs. Could we use these filters...

POWDER COATING WITH COLLINS.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Correcting Powder Sags After curing some of our powder, we sometimes notice a "rolling" effect. How can we solve this problem? I suspect that by "rolling," you are referring to sagging of the powder during curing. Applying too much...

COATINGS R&D NOTEBOOK.(surfactants for waterborne coatings)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Surfactants for Waterbornes What factors characterize the nature of surfactants used in waterborne coating systems? Based on their chemical composition, surfactants can be divided into three classes: hydrocarbons, silicones and...

Proportioner Delivers Precise Ratios.(AutoPilot)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
December 1, 2000... The AutoPilot proportioner uses fluid pressure to deliver paint and activator in proper ratios. It mixes material on demand as the gun is triggered. Dual double-acting pistons provide accurate fluid delivery without surges. Benefits include...

Rotary Atomizer for Robotic Systems.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
December 1, 2000... The Robobel 925 rotary atomizer can be easily integrated into a robotic paint system. Features include a cartridge-type bell body with a quick-disconnect rear plate, a 60-degree bell-head angle for easy robot manipulation and a high-voltage...

Pumps Designed for Wood Finishing.(Infinity Finishing Pump series)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
December 1, 2000... The Infinity finishing pump series is designed to meet the needs of wood-finishing operations. The Infinity 2-ball pumps offer easy access to packings, enabling maximum uptime in processes involving corrosive and abrasive materials. Infinity...

HVLP Gun Features Compact Design.(high velocity level paint)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
December 1, 2000... Model 2100 Turbo-Coatair automatic HVLP gun can be used in stationary, reciprocator and robotic installations. All fluid-wetted parts are stainless steel, and packings and seals are Teflon, enabling the gun to be used with automotive and...

HVLP Spray Guns Made for Durability.(high velocity level paint)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
December 1, 2000... The HVLP spray guns in the Maximum Performer line have 300-grade stainless-steel fluid passages that are waterborne compatible, corrosion resistant and can withstand harsh, self-etching primers. A dual-seal fluid inlet ensures a positive seal....

Spray Systems Provide Application Control.(Kinetix)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Kinetix automatic and manual electrostatic spray systems are available in air spray, airless spray, air-assisted airless and HVLP technologies. The 93-kilovolt spray guns feature an integrated multiplier to maximize transfer efficiency. Fan...

Electrostatic Equipment Fits Many Applications.(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
December 1, 2000... This line of electrostatic spray equipment includes high-speed rotary atomizers and electrostatic guns for a range of applications. The REA line of spray guns can transform from air spray to HVLP spray to comply with EPA regulations. Manual and...

Finishing Packages Include Spray Guns, Pumps.(Falcon)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Falcon air-assisted spray finishing packages include pumps, hoses, air regulators, spray guns and tips. They are suitable for atomizing light- to medium-heavy materials, including polyurethanes and waterbornes. Uses include low-volume and...

Spray Gun Has Quick-Change Air Cap.(Jet RP)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... The Jet RP is a conventional series spray gun that features a moderate reduction in inlet air pressure, resulting in a fast working speed and low material consumption. It is available with four nozzle sizes and a plastic or aluminum cup. The...

Paint Booths Meet Individual Needs.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Liquid paint booths are available for the automotive and industrial finishing industries. The line includes downdraft, crossdraft, modified-downdraft and custom booths. Standard features include prepunched 18-gauge galvanized panels, intake and...

Floor Covering Allows Quick Clean-up.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... This paper-based, protective floor covering provides an alternative to time-consuming clean-ups. Available in four product types and various widths, it is tear-resistant and flame-retardant. The 100-weight product was created to protect walls...

Two-Stage Oven Cuts Cure Time.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... This drying oven features two-stage heating to reduce curing time by 33%. The first stage, dust-free tunnel uses IR heat to produce skin-over in approximately two minutes. The second stage consists of an enclosed multi-zone convection oven with...

Monitor Measures Electrostatic Discharge.(EM Aware)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... EM Aware detects and measures electrostatic discharge events in industrial environments. It provides real-time information that can reduce losses due to ESD and identifies problems with ESD-preventive measures, such as ionizers and grounding....

Cure Ovens Heat to 1,250[degrees]F.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... These walk-in ovens for curing liquid and powder Teflon coatings heat to 1,250[degrees]F. Gas and electric models in four standard sizes from 96 to 360 cubic feet are available. Features include adjustable horizontal/vertical air flow with top...

Wood Coating Is UV-Curable.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Iris 5110 unfilled, nonyellowing UV-curable wood coating offers good slip, high gloss and low viscosity for spraying or dip coating. It exhibits good abrasion and water resistance.

Drum Cabinets Feature Easy-Lift Lids.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Flip-Top cabinets are available in two- and four-drum capacities. Lids lift easily and remain open supported by two hydraulic cylinders. Oversized units allow positioning of dispensing pumps or disposal funnels. Drums are supported on removable...

Light Shield Can Be Customized.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... The Jaguar modular light shield and mounting system is designed for use with microwave-powered 6- or 10-inch ultraviolet lamps on web or for retrofit UV-curing applications. The quartz plates, chill beds, adjustable focus bars, idler rollers,...

One-Step Process Cleans and Phosphates.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... The Plaforization organic pretreatment process cleans and phosphates metal parts in a single step. The process operates at room temperature and creates no liquid effluents or solid waste. Oils are absorbed and used in the process, increasing...

Powder Booth Ideal for Small Parts.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... This self-contained powder booth is ideal for industrial work cells, paint manufacturing labs, powder gun cleaning areas, custom-coating operations, testing facilities and other operations where small parts are coated. It is available in a...

Cleaning Tank Reduces Solvent Use.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Solvent Savers cleaning cups/tanks use compressed air to push a blast of air and solvent through fluid passages of spray guns, hoses and other equipment. The units reduce solvent use by as much as 86%, reduce VOC emissions and save time. A...

Polymer Provides Versatility.(Aquamac 740)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2000... Aquamac 740 styrene acrylic industrial latex polymer enhances coating formulations with good adhesion, corrosion resistance and early water and humidity resistance. It can be used as a primer, direct-to-metal high gloss or as a topcoat by the...

'Tis the Season.(ResourceLink donates food and supplies)(Brief Article)(Column)
December 1, 2000... Last year, in North Korea and Sudan alone, a person died from starvation every 16 seconds, most of them children. Globally, a billion people can't afford an adequate diet. What's even more troubling, perhaps, is going home each night to a...