Improving the efficiency of a powder coating line is very important. Those companies taking the time to investigate and implement new tools and automation concepts will find their products being produced with a superior looking finish while realizing improved performance in finishing line operational costs.

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Industry certifications are like badges of expertise that companies can wear proudly on their sleeves. They validate knowledge, skills, and credibility in an increasingly crowded ecosystem. To learn more about approaches to industry standards and certifications, we interviewed three companies that powder coat to support manufacturing efforts.

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As industries continue to innovate in product design, especially in critical sectors like electrical infrastructure and enclosures, the importance of compliance and durability grows. One certification that frequently surfaces in these conversations is the UL 1332 standard.

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Businesses driving the powder coatings industry aren’t just adhering to the strictest industrial standards, they’re working to raise them and provide powder coaters with a unique differentiator.

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Powder coatings are a popular finishing solution known for their durability, efficiency, reusability, environmental benefits, and cost-effectiveness. However, to fully harness their benefits, proper storage is essential. Maintaining optimal temperature, humidity, and contamination control is key to preserving the performance and application quality of powder coatings.

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I’ve spent my career in customer facing roles, learning what it takes to cultivate and maintain meaningful, mutually beneficial relationships. I am currently responsible for strategic account management with PPG and would like to extend a little of what I’ve learned.

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If you’ve ever been on an off-road adventure, you likely shared the experience with a friend or two. It’s an adventure best experienced with others, not only for safety, but because teamwork and collaboration are often needed for a successful outing.

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On September 26, 2024, with sustained winds of 140 mph, Hurricane Helene made landfall in the Florida panhandle and continued moving northward. Almost 475 miles north, in Asheville, NC, local officials had already spent days planning for Helene’s arrival.

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Product development is the lifeblood of a specialty chemical company like Sika Corporation. As an innovator in elastic bonding, industrial sealing, and acoustic applications for production, assembly, and repair, it must develop new products, new markets, and new products for new markets, without stifling growth. This is the story of how Sika developed its first product, designed specifically for the powder coating industry, to be integrated into the powder coating process.

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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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