Industrial Paint & Powder articles from February 2006

Industrial Paint & Powder archives from February 2006

State of the coatings industry.(EDITOR'S VIEW)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... One of the first questions that we often hear when we greet a friend or a business associate is "How's Business?" It is an easy question with which to start a conversation and we are truly interested in how our associates are doing. But the...

PPX perspective.(Paint & Powder Xchange)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... Dear Paint & Powder Colleague: As members of the Advisory Board for Industrial Paint & Powder Magazine's Paint&PowderXchange (PPX), we have built the foundation for a new, needs-based and time-efficient way for manufacturers and...

Leaders have a responsibility to lead.
February 1, 2006... You may recall the Publishers Letter I wrote last year, which informed you that Industrial Paint & Powder was introducing a new way to do business in the coatings industry (March 2005, page 4). I have always believed it is the responsibility...

Minnesota Paint and Powder Coating Expo coming in March.(NEWS WATCH)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... Twin Cities Chapter of Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) and the Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) at the University of Minnesota, are hosting the 6th Minnesota Paint and Powder Coating Expo on Thursday, March 9,...

First chemical company to receive Ron Brown Award.(NEWS WATCH)
February 1, 2006... At a White House ceremony on January 5, Pittsburgh-based Bayer Corp. received the Ron Brown Award for Corporate Leadership for its Making Science Make Sense program, a company-wide initiative that advances science literacy across the United...

Programming announced for UV/EB event.(ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... RadTech, the association for ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB)processes, will highlight the technology's enabling power for manufacturers at e/5 2006, the world's largest UV and EB technology exposition and conference, April 24-26,...

NPCA's spring meeting scheduled in March.(NEWS WATCH)(National Paint and Coatings Association)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... The National Paint and Coatings Association (NPCA) spring meeting is scheduled for March 19-22, at the Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club, Aventura, Fla. The following NPCA groups will convene: * Architectural Coatings Committee...

Atlas brings weathering experts to France.(Atlas Material Testing Technology)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... On May 11- 12, Atlas Material Testing Technology will hold the second ATCAE (Atlas Technical Conference for Accelerated Ageing and Evaluation) in Sanary-sur-Met, France. ATCAE 2006 will focus on natural outdoor weathering and laboratory...

The sale of the assets of Magruder Color to Pochteca Color Co. LLC was completed on Friday, December 16.
February 1, 2006... The sale of the assets of Magruder Color to Pochteca Color Co. LLC was completed on Friday, December 16. Pochteca Color has changed its name to Magruder Color LLC.

Degussa Corp.
February 1, 2006... Degussa Corp. has increased prices by 6 percent for all Aerosil fumed silica grades, Aerodisp dispersions and Aeroxide fumed metal oxides sold in North America. Significant increases in energy, transportation and raw material costs have made...

Fitz Chem Corp.(PEOPLE)
February 1, 2006... Fitz Chem Corp., Itasca, Ill., a distributor/sales agent of raw materials to the coatings, plastics, ink, construction, adhesives, I & I and personal care industries, announced that Penny Kiehka has joined its customer service department as a...

Powder report 2006: in our first annual Powder Report, Industrial Paint & Powder talked with several industry experts about powder coatings and their part in the finishing industry. Read on for what some of the industry's suppliers think about powder's place and performance in the market.(Cover Story)
February 1, 2006... Powder coating is one of the most exciting finishing methods to be introduced in the last several decades. It brings with it several advantages, including economic, environmental, finish quality and corrosion resistance, among others. ...

Colorful job shop shines: it is an impressive thing to see a very large job shop coater running high volume, high quality products on a three-shift basis and delivering finished product within one week of the customer order.(DuPont Powder Coatings)(Aralco Ventilation Technology)(Company Profile)
February 1, 2006... On a recent trip to Europe with the DuPont Powder Coatings Star Coaters Study Tour (to read about the visit, see my Editor's View on page 4 of the January 2006 issue of Industrial Paint & Powder), one of the facilities the group visited was...

Cleaning up for color quality: a custom coater in Oklahoma says that to maintain high color-quality standards, all work areas must be cleaned with a high efficiency vacuum cleaner. Find out what this shop uses to control its quality with up to 10 color changes a day.
February 1, 2006... A BITL Finishing in Tulsa, Okla., provides high quality powder coating services for a range of products, including aftermarket automotive outer parts, high-end exercise equipment, marine applications for trolling motors, exterior aluminum...

Lower voltage for Faraday cage effect.(POWDER COATING)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... We have an automatic powder system with 16 corona guns that are used to coat luminaries and fluorescent lights. Because of some Faraday problems in our parts, we decided to place a manual tribo gun after the corona guns. Now, when the...

Abrading aluminum.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... If platinum powdercoat is abraded with a CS10 taber wheel or even a pencil eraser it darkens significantly very quickly. Our supplier blamed unbonded leafing aluminum, but when they supplied fully bonded leafing aluminum it did the same...

Powder coating vacuums.(ON THE FINISHING LINE)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... We are looking for an industrial vacuum for our powder coating department. What are our choices? Are there any regulations I need to follow when it comes to an industrial vacuum? There are several types of industrial vacuums commonly...

Air-powered vacuums.(air-powered vacuum )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... I have heard that an air-powered vacuum is my lowest cost option. How do I know if I have enough compressed air to operate one? The purchase price of an air-powered vacuum is only a small portion of the lifetime cost. Compressed air...

Rotary lobe vacuum.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... Omega-paK vacuum systems offer high-efficiency, heavy-duty construction and low noise levels. These positive displacement, rotary-lobe blowers are setup for vacuum operation with inlet and discharge silencers, a high-efficiency, EPAct...

Cartridge filters.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... MERV 13 rated Ultra-Web nanofiber cartridge filters are designed to lower emissions, last up to two times longer, and reduce emissions by 40 percent or more. Available for Donaldson Torit and other brands of dust collectors, the filters also...

Coating thickness cage.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... The redesigned PosiTector 6000 has new tougher, smarter features. Still simple, durable and accurate, the American-made PosiTector 6000 retains all of its simplicity and functionality for measuring coatings on all metals. Features include...

Low-temp thermoplastic powder coating.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... Thermoplastic powder coating is suitable for heat-sensitive substrates such as wood, particleboard, plastics and paper, as well as also low-temperature metal applications. Application temperatures of 200 to 250[degrees]F are possible. Bake...

Adjustable spray nozzles.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... Combination K-Ball adjustable clip-on spray nozzles swivel to re-direct and adjust the spray for precise operation. Hundreds of K-Ball nozzles are available with various spray patterns, flow rates and spray angles. Applications include parts...

Masking material.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... Flex500plus is designed for the high temperature masking needs of the finishing industry. It has heat resistance properties similar to that of silicone. The masking offers flexibility and the intricate detail of injection-molded parts, making...

Bench-mounted resin dispenser.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... The DXB Bench Dispenser is a portable, bench-top unit that offers a fast, simple and accurate solution for dispensing two-component reactive resins of 1:1, 1.5:1, 2:1, 4:1, and 10:1 ratios. It allows the A & B components of flowable adhesives...

Powder coating stripper.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... D-Zolve 1012 strips hard-to-remove powder coatings and paints from intricate part shapes. Designed for use in an immersion tank at room temperature, no heating is required. Waste solids can be filtered out to prolong the useful life of the...

Temperature profiling.(PRODUCT INNOVATIONS)
February 1, 2006... Easy track temperature profiling system is designed to help reduce energy costs by optimizing your process. Adjust your oven to the most efficient temperature and cycle times and see your energy costs diminish. The system evaluates your...

Industrial ovens.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)
February 1, 2006... Wisconsin Oven was founded on quality, service and integrity. Through innovations and commitment to quality in design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service, we have become recognized as the leader in the industry. We are dedicated...

40 years of quality.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... DeFelsko Corp., a U.S. manufacturer of coating thickness gages and inspection instruments, offers a range of instruments designed specifically to meet the paint and powder coating industry's requirements. The redesigned PosiTector[R] 6000...

Powder coatings pioneer.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... DuPont Powder Coatings has a long history of serving the Americas industrial coatings industry. As one of the pioneers in the powder coatings market, the company has developed a wealth of products and technologies to provide solutions to...

Precision masking.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)
February 1, 2006... One word that Echo's customers say most about the company is "reliable." In a letter from one Echo customer, Max Salazar: "There are many companies calling for our business. The only reason we continue with Echo is their willingness to work...

Eisenmann.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)
February 1, 2006... EISENMANN offers turnkey finishing systems from design to start-up with complete service and follow-up. The company is known for its design and manufacture of technically advanced economically effective finishing systems for industries...

2006 technical reference guide.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)
February 1, 2006... Established in 1975, EPSI is a major international supplier of masking and hanging products for the industrial coating market. EPSI is known for its innovative designs in custom masking/hanging products, and for its extensive offering of...

Curing ovens.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)
February 1, 2006... Fostoria Industries has been a leader in the design and manufacture of oven curing and finishing systems for over 70 years. We designed and built, in conjunction with Ford Motor Co., many of the original curing ovens for automobiles and auto...

Global powder coatings expertise.(H.B. Fuller Powder Coatings )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... H.B. Fuller Powder Coatings is a worldwide leader in the formulation and manufacture of powder coatings and is committed to helping its customers add value to their products around the world in markets that include architectural, valve, HVAC,...

Powder coating equipment.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)
February 1, 2006... With the world's largest installed base of powder application equipment, ITW Gema brings clients the expertise that comes with being an industry leader. ITW Gema's line of premium powder application equipment includes system design and...

Racks and hooks for finishing.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... Magic Rack,/Production Plus Corp. is a manufacturing company that emphasizes personal customer service and satisfaction. The company strives to meet all your rack and hook needs for your entire finishing system. For more than 25 years,...

Hanging solutions.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... Mighty Hook has been specializing in the manufacture of reliable, economical hanging solutions for years. Our mission is to provide our customers with high-quality, innovative and cost-effective products that will improve their hanging...

Coating systems.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... Nordson manufactures automated and manual equipment for the application of liquid paints and powder coatings. Nordson products are used worldwide in the appliance, automotive, electronics, furniture, medical, metal finishing, plastics and...

Paint filtration.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... For over a decade, Paint Pockets[R] filters have become the best performing, single-stage overspray filter, because they hold up to five times more overspray than any other filter available. This allows the end user to reduce filter changes...

Finishing systems.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... Pneu-Mech Systems Mfg. LLC specializes in the manufacture and installation of finishing systems, paint lines (both liquid paint systems and powder coating systems) for a broad range of customers. Pneu-Mech would like to become your "Single...

Industrial ovens.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... Precision Quincy Corp. is a major man manufacturer of quality industrial ovens with a customer base ranging from small shops to Fortune 500 companies. We manufacture custom ovens at standard prices and deliveries, with over 200 standard ovens...

Powder coating solutions.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... The Protech Group of Companies is one of the world s leading providers of powder coating solutions and the Protech/Oxyplast brand is among the top five in the powder coating industry. Currently, Protech/Oxyplast products are manufactured in...

Special effect pigments.(SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... Silberline is a global supplier of high quality special effect and performance pigments. Aluminum pigments manufactured by Silberline dramatically enhance the visual appeal of paints and powder coatings through bold and beautiful special...

Burn-off ovens.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... Steelman is constantly working to bring their customers the best product available using the latest technologies and the best service available. From the initial contact through the set-up and operation of your oven, Steelman engineers and...

Finishing systems.(Advertisement)
February 1, 2006... Therma-Tron-X Inc. (TTX) is a manufacturer of complete electrocoat, powder and liquid paint systems, and their components. Our sister company, TTX Environmental, produces water conditioning equipment and wastewater treatment systems. Our...

Who is Wagner Systems?(powder application equipment )
February 1, 2006... Wagner Systems Inc. is a subsidiary of J. Wagner International AG Switzerland. Wagner manufactures powder application equipment in the United States, Germany, Switzerland and Italy and serves the industrial market with liquid and powder...

Curing equipment.(High quality dryers and curing ovens)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... High quality dryers and curing ovens, batch and continuous (overhead trolley, chain-on-edge & belt conveyors), are available in hundreds of standard models to suite most applications. Custom equipment is designed around the specific process...

Air blow-off drying and cleaning systems.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... Air Blast systems catalog details how a high-velocity air jet can be used to blow water droplets off parts, on overhead and tabletop conveyors, containers, etc., after washing or cooling procedures. Pictured applications include an air jet...

Burn-off ovens.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... The history of Pollution Control Products Co. is the history of "burn-off' ovens. The company was founded in 1971 to build and market pollution-free furnaces--today they are the industry leader with more than 6,000 installations worldwide....

Coating systems.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... HERR's powder, liquid and electrocoat systems are cost-effective solutions to tough finishing problems. Custom-built to your individual specifications, HERR's nearly 30 years of experience ensures top quality performance with built-in rugged...

Save on paint costs.(WEB LOCATOR)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2006... Chemco is a leading nationwide supplier of spray booth filters & accessories. Our diverse products offer maximum economical savings for every size and type of finishing operation. Chemco spray booth filters, booth-coatings, and flame...

Looking back and looking forward.
February 1, 2006... As I write this in the first month of 2006, I am reminded from long-ago mythology lessons that January is named for Janus, the two-headed Roman god who looked both backward and forward. And despite the image of a scraggly bearded "thing...