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FPro G gun: a concentrate of innovations in 445 grams of aluminum
Sames Kremin completes its premium range of low-pressure paint spray guns with the FPro G, a gravity-fed model that stands out for its ergonomics, high application quality and disposable cups. It will delight the most demanding users.
Rösler UK’s ‘significant investment’ enhances its aerospace offer
Mass finishing specialist Rösler UK is ready to grow its presence in the North West aerospace sector after securing new accreditation.
UK REACH major threat to UK manufacturing says coatings industry survey
The latest survey of British Coatings Federation (BCF) members reveals UK coatings manufacturers are increasingly concerned about the effects of the new UK chemical regula tions. Almost 80% of respondents believe UK REACH will impact negatively on their businesses, with the fear that there will be a significant reduction in the portfolio of available chemical substances in the UK compared to the EU, and 67% of respondents fear higher costs in the future where suppliers pass on the costs of complying with UK REACH. Worryingly, 19% of respondents are already reporting that EU suppliers no longer want to export to the UK.
Interpon powder coatings help power Turkish bike manufacturer to leading position
Interpon powder coating experts at AkzoNobel are supporting a major European bike manufacturer with new and bespoke colors to help satisfy a global boom in cycling and the demand for stylish new models.
Galvanizers create firm foundations for British attempt on the Outright World Water Speed Record
A North West galvanizing company has helped to play its part in a forthcoming British attempt to break the Outright World Water Speed Record.
Dosing for effluent - All the control you could wish for
Do you have an effluent plant to control your discharge to the mains water supply?Are you always worried that it will drift out of specification?Do you spend time manually topping up chemicals, with associated risks to operator H&S, and wasted chemicals?
The next generation in orange peel measurement
The appearance of paint and plastic surfaces is affected by structures, often referred to as orange peel. In the production of cars and similar multi-component goods many materials are used under various manufacturing processes. The goal - and challenge - is to create a harmonious overall impression of all parts. Especially the paint application process is influenced by many parameters, being paint viscosity, substrate roughness or film thickness, to name just a few examples. Objective measurement data are required for quality communication and to guarantee process stability.
A super time to invest in component cleaning machines
Following a change to the UK’s capital allowance regime, Graham Fraser, Managing Director of Fraser Technologies, explains why now is the time to invest in component cleaning machines
External powder coating maintenance
As with any applied finish exposed to British weather, it is important that a maintenance regime is undertaken to keep it performing and looking well for many years. Pollutants and airborne debris, which are deposited on powder coat finishes through weathering, can simply be cleaned down at the same time as window cleaning using mild detergent solutions. Aluminium window and facade longevity starts with a high quality aluminium substrate pretreatment and powder coat finish as provided by a licensed QUALICOAT applicator.
New footbridge for village racegoers
A renowned firm of artistic metalworkers has called on the services of Manchester Galvanizing Ltd. to assist in the creation of a footbridge to enable easier access to a Cumbrian village.
Automatic dosing of pretreatment chemicals
Many companies are still making manual chemical additions to pretreatment tanks backed up by a regular testing regime. These manual additions can be eliminated by installing Automatic Dosing Equipment.
In-house powder coating line with maximum process control and highest product quality
For more than 60 years the specialist for outdoor shading has been supplying the national and international market from Spain. As a woodworking shop, the family business initially processed wood, but since the 1980s aluminum has been growing. For years, small and complex components were given to an external contract coating company for powder coating. Now a state-of-the-art powder coating system with dense phase technology ensures flexibility, economy and the highest quality.
Measuring total coating thickness on plastics, concrete, wood & more using Max Thick Mode on the PosiTector 200
The PosiTector® 200 Coating Thickness Gauge non-destructively measures coating thickness over non-metals including coatings over wood, concrete, plastic, composites and more using proven ultrasonic technology. With the new Max Thick Mode, the PosiTector 200 is easier than ever to use.
Another MecWash Maxi provides optimum cleanliness for Grainger and Worrall
There is no compromise for component cleanliness when it comes to the demands and expectations of global OEMs involved in the automotive and aerospace sectors, as precision engineering specialist Grainger and Worrall Machining Ltd fully appreciated when they bought their first MecWash Maxi in 2016
Pure water for a perfect powder coat
Powder coating is going green. In some cases this is the result of legislation which requires existing process cleaning solutions to be replaced with more environmentally friendly ones. Increasingly, however, it’s coating quality that is the driver. Some coating specifications now demand salt spray testing for more than 1000 hours, and that means that surface preparation is absolutely critical. One of the proven ways of achieving high quality surface preparation is the use of pure water. Mains water contains a wide range of dissolved salts. These are harmless in drinking water but can promote corrosion and poor adhesion of powders to metal surfaces.
Hadleigh Enterprises offers specialist masking tape experience and capability
With applications ranging from powder coating to corrosion protection, Hadleigh Enterprises Ltd. brings five decades’ of experience.
Automated application with water-based coatings and reduced equipment costs
WAGNER adds special variants to the range of high-speed rotation atomizers with external charging for the processing of water-based paints.
