It has been said by some that the quality of metal finishing is like a three-leggedstool. The legs represent pretreatment, substrate and paint.

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You can have the greatest, most beautiful coating in the world, but without decent pretreatment, it’ll be worthless and flaking off in sheets within days. 

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Every product that you coat has its own unique characteristics. And even though every product hangs differently on a rack, the temptation is to find a one-size-fits-all solution. 

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As an equipment supplier to the finishing industry, it is very rewarding to travel the country and visit people who have realized “The American Dream” and own their own business.

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So, you have decided you are ready for the investment in a finishing system and you need to figure out the oven portion.  Where do you start?

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Selecting the best powder coating for your application may seem straightforward; however, providing your powder supplier a detailed description of the coating performance needs for your parts will avoid headaches with the ultimate quality of your products.

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With 2018 in our rear-view mirror, all I can say is “Whew!” What a year! So much going on, both good and not so good. It’s enough to make your head spin. But I believe this is our “new normal.” 

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Crystal will work from their sales office in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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By adding Structured Polymers to its material portfolio, Evonik continues to grow its presence in the additive manufacturing sector.

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Special consideration will be given to applicants that demonstrate an interest or previous experience in powder coatings.

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