High-performance Powder Coating Extruder Lines from Xtrutech

Visit www.xtrutech.com to explore how Xtrutech can help enhance your powder coating production process.

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Membership Memo—Why PCI?

I have been in manufacturing for a long time and up until about ten years ago my experience was in everything but finishing. I was used to seeking out...

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Formulators Forum—Color Matching in Powder Coatings

What does the process of color matching entail when it comes to powder coatings and what are some of the challenges and details to keep in mind when a...

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Ask the Experts—May/June 2023

You have questions, we have answers. In each issue of PCT, our extensive network of powder coating experts provides information to help you with your ...

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Considerations When Choosing a Conversion Coating

There are a variety of factors to consider when choosing the best pretreatment conversion coating for your specific application and process. The application system, substrate or substrates to be pretreated, and specifications for the final product all impact this decision. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits and challenges of various conversion coatings.

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Uncompromising Performance and Aesthetics

In a world that strives to be sustainable and brings beauty and color into our lives, it is not always easy to ensure the two desires are aligned. Historically, designers and manufacturers have had to make compromises, sacrificing one for the other. Today, however, things are different.

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What’s in a Color Trend?

In our professional and personal lives, we're used to hearing about trends. It's a staple term in fashion and business, and now it's taking over the TikTok sphere. Whether we're talking about denim, consumer analytics, or the latest dance craze, the word is bound to arise.

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Creating Vintage Charm with Patina Powder Coatings

Patina powder coating is a type of application revolutionizing a new genre of exotic finishes. Like traditional patinated processes, it gives metal surfaces a weathered, aged appearance, such as a rust brown or the greenish-blue color of oxidized copper, but without all the traditional headaches of achieving them.