In powder coating operations, keeping parts moving smoothly through high- temperature environments isn't just a nice-to-have, it's essential. Conveyor systems, ovens, and moving components demand effective lubrication to prevent wear and ensure reliable production. However, oil and grease-based lubricants can present challenges that negatively impact a quality powder coat.

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As the needs of American manufacturers evolve, coatings providers must adapt their operations—not just in size, but in strategy. That’s the approach NIX® Industrial took with its recent expansion: a relocation and doubling of its coatings operation in Poseyville, IN.

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If you want a glimpse into the future of North American manufacturing, look no further than Farmington, CT. There, global high-tech leader TRUMPF has unveiled its newest Smart Factory, an advanced facility transforming how sheet metal parts are made—and setting a new standard for automated powder coating.

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Powder formulations and processes have evolved dramatically over the past decade, offering the ACE industry even more efficient and effective coating solutions. Fiona Levin-Smith from IFS Coatings and Mike Chapman from WolfRayet team up to share how these innovations are shaping the market.

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Quality requirements for the ACE industry have continually grown more stringent over the years and, today, are similar to expectations found in the automotive sector. For over 50 years, Winona Powder Coating has continually transformed to meet those demands and has a batch of certifications to prove it.

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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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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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When an OEM or job shop begins the journey to transform their company and take on a lean mindset, they tend to start by looking at areas that appear to be the most noticeable such as dated machinery, labor intensive areas, or bottlenecks in the process.

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Let’s face it, if we’re looking for cost savings, we often think about efficiency. Time is money, as they say. We all know that powder coatings are an outstanding coating choice, delivering a gorgeous finish, technical advantages over traditional liquid paints, and an unbeatable sustainability footprint.

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Expenditures for masks and racks in a coating operation can add up. Annual expenses related to masking for coating operations can run between $5,000 for smaller shops up to—or exceeding—$50,000 at larger operations.

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