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Brochure: RETOX RTO VOC Abatement Portfolio

Wed, 20 Aug 2003 04:00:00 GMT

Each RETOX RTO system that we provide is custom engineered for each client's specific VOC control application with no two ever alike. Please contact our team of RTO specialists who welcome the opportunity to provide you with the most cost effective air pollution solution for your VOC Abatement project

AnoPurT: Anodizing Bath Purification System

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 15:45:00 GMT

Continuous, simple, economical recovery of acid for anodizing bath operations!

Italian Plaster Training Institute Opens In Pennsylvania

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:55:15 GMT

Veneshe Italian Plastering and Firmolux Venetian Plaster announce the opening of the first Venetian Plaster training institute in Pennsylvania

Revised IPC Standard On Immersion Silver Plating Establishes Maximum Deposit Thickness

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:48:00 GMT

IPC Association Connecting Electronics Industries recently released IPC-4553A, Specification for Immersion Silver Plating for Printed Boards. This newly revised specification sets the requirements for the use of immersion silver (Iag) as a surface finish for printed boards, adding a maximum deposit thickness based on performance criteria; the minimum thickness requirement was provided in the original release of IPC-4553

Lubrizol Introduces Becrosan CP 2125 Liquid Corrosion Inhibitor

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:23:00 GMT

The Lubrizol Corporation introduces Becrosan CP 2125 liquid corrosion inhibitor, the newest addition to its comprehensive family of metalworking additives. Boron and secondary amine free, Becrosan CP 2125 provides excellent performance during operation, while offering European customers a choice in meeting new product safety standards

Rapid System To Measure Corrosion In Paints Developed

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:09:00 GMT

Researchers at the Universitat Jaume I of Castell� (UJI), Spain, have patented a new test method that determines the anticorrosion protection that an organic coating offers in much less time than other conventional methods. This new system cuts anticorrosion experiments with paints from 20 days to 24 hours

Ultrahigh Barrier Coating Breakthrough From InMat Reduces Food Packaging Costs And Environmental Impact

Thu, 07 May 2009 10:22:00 GMT

InMat®, the leader in environmentally friendly, high barrier nanocomposite coatings, announces its new Nanolok™ PT ADV-7 water-based coating formulation providing a more sustainable, cost effective option for transparent, high oxygen and/or moisture barrier food packaging

Non-Toxic Hull Coating Resists Barnacles, May Save Ship Owners Millions

Fri, 29 May 2009 08:28:00 GMT

North Carolina State University engineers have created a non-toxic "wrinkled" coating for use on ship hulls that resisted buildup of troublesome barnacles during 18 months of seawater tests, a finding that could ultimately save boat owners millions of dollars in cleaning and fuel costs

The Dow Chemical Company Forms Dow Coatings Materials Following Acquisition Of Rohm & Haas

Fri, 29 May 2009 18:24:00 GMT

The Dow Chemical Company has formed a new business unit focused on the coatings market following Dow's acquisition of Rohm and Haas in April 2009. Dow Coating Materials combines the resources and technologies of Dow Coating Solutions and the recently-acquired Rohm and Haas Paint and Coating Materials to create the leading supplier of raw materials for architectural and industrial coatings in the world

RPM To Webcast CEO Presentation At Goldman Basic Materials Conference

Thu, 28 May 2009 10:08:00 GMT

Specialty coatings and sealants business, RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) announced today that Frank C. Sullivan, chairman and chief executive officer, will present at the Goldman Sachs Basic Materials Conference on Wednesday, June 3, 2009 at 11:10 a.m. EDT at the Goldman Sachs Conference Center in New York City

Bayer MaterialScience LLC Scientist Leads Tutorial Short Course On UV Cure Coatings At Annual FOCUS Conference

Tue, 26 May 2009 06:36:00 GMT

As the quickest method for curing coatings, ultraviolet (UV) curing is one of the fastest-growing technologies in the coatings industry. UV cure coating is being used in place of conventional high-heat processing as OEMs increasingly desire fast and cost-effective curing that also offers a high-performance finish

D&K Group, Inc. Introduces Revolutionary PVC Card Laminating Film

Thu, 21 May 2009 06:15:00 GMT

D&K Group, Inc. introduces a revolutionary line of PVC Card laminating film - presenting a new roll laminating solution for the plastic card market. The D&K PVC Card laminating film simplifies PVC card manufacturing by replacing/complimenting the platen press process typically used to produce any cards excepting secure card applications

Finishing Touches: New Alloys Offer Alternative To Chrome

Wed, 20 May 2009 09:47:00 GMT

Schuh and his collaborators have developed a new nickel-tungsten alloy that is not only safer than chrome but also more durable. The new coating, which is now being tested on the bumpers of a truck fleet, could also replace chrome in faucet fixtures and engine parts, among other applications

Modumetal To Develop An Innovative Commercial Anti-Corrosion Technology In Partnership With University Of Washington's Department Of Materials Science And Engineering

Wed, 20 May 2009 09:02:00 GMT

Washington Technology Center (WTC) has awarded an Entrepreneur's Access grant to the University of Washington to support an advanced material research collaboration with Modumetal, Inc. of Seattle, Washington

New Brochure Describes Dow ECOSURF EH Specialty Surfactants

Wed, 20 May 2009 08:51:00 GMT

The Dow Polyglycols and Surfactants Business is introducing a new piece of literature to complement the recent introduction of the ECOSURF EH surfactants. The new brochure is available for the asking, there is no fee.

Bayer MaterialScience LLC Scientist Explores UV-PUDs As A Green Coatings Solution

Wed, 20 May 2009 08:15:00 GMT

Polyurethane dispersions (PUDs) offer coatings formulators an alternative approach to producing polyurethane coatings that are low in VOCs. They offer low solvent content, low odor and low temperature drying, among many other eco-friendly properties. Most importantly, they also offer the performance needed for superior coatings

Preparing Cementitious Repair Mortars To Support High-Performance Lining Systems: Broom Finish Or Blasted Surface?

Wed, 20 May 2009 07:08:00 GMT

It is widely understood in the protective coatings industry that concrete requires surface preparation to -- among other things -- remove the weak laitance layer and produce a sufficient anchor profile for the protective system to mechanically interlock to the substrate.

Oxford Advanced Surfaces Group Plc (OAS) Develops A Unique Technology That Prevents Silver Tarnishing

Wed, 20 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Oxford Advanced Surfaces Group Plc, the advanced materials company, announced that it has developed a 1nm thick, environmentally friendly Onto coating that acts to protect silver against tarnishing

Surfware, Inc. And Data Flute CNC To Showcase TrueMill And SSI-5 Series Cutters At EASTEC, 2009

Mon, 18 May 2009 22:14:00 GMT

Surfware, Inc., developer of SURFCAM CAD/CAM systems and Pittsfield, Massachusetts-based Data Flute CNC, announced today that new SSI-5 Data Flute tools, which complement TrueMill's patented cutter path, will be demonstrated at the Mazak booth # 2111 at EASTEC, 2009

U.S. Spray Foam Customers Set To Benefit From BaySystems And Construction Polymers International Agreement

Mon, 18 May 2009 08:42:00 GMT

Bayer MaterialScience LLC announced recently an agreement between its BaySystems polyurethane systems business and Construction Polymers International (CPi), a leading provider of spray foam equipment and turnkey systems, under which CPi will offer parts, equipment, spray foam rigs, and related technical support for BaySystems spray polyurethane foam (SPF) customers in the U.S

New OptiGrain MG Aluminum Bar Stock From Hydro Aluminum Improves Yield And Product Quality In High-Speed Machining

Thu, 14 May 2009 16:04:00 GMT

Hydro Aluminum's Extrusion Americas unit today introduced OptiGrain MG, a lead-free 6061 aluminum alloy with peak mechanical properties to improve the consistency, surface finish and strength of machined parts. Its consistent, fine grain reduces chip build up and its superior tolerances minimize set-up time and recalibrations, increasing productivity in high-speed machining operations

Major Coatings Industry Merger Is Highlight Of European Coatings Show

Wed, 13 May 2009 20:49:00 GMT

Attendees to the recent European Coatings Show (ECS) and Congress in N�rnberg, Germany, witnessed a major industry event taking place right in the midst of this global gathering when The Dow Chemical Company announced the completion of the acquisition of specialty materials and global coatings producer, Rohm and Haas

Eco-Tec, Inc - Comprehensive Analytical Lab and Pilot Plant Services

Thu, 28 Apr 2005 20:32:00 GMT

Eco-Tec Inc. engineers, designs, manufacturers and distributes from Pickering, near Toronto, Canada. Customer service and technical support provide treatability studies, installation service, on-site supervision and operator training...

Technical Paper: Purification And Recovery Of Anodizing Baths And Bright Dip Rinse Water

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:58:00 GMT

A well-established method of anodizing bath purification employs a process called resin sorption. Not only is sulfuric acid costs reduced, but other benefits include a predictable, consistent bath operation resulting in improved product quality and productivity enhancements. This presentation will review the resin sorption process, outline critical design features and parameters, and provide field performance data and operating experiences of resin sorption installations for sulfuric acid anodizing purification and phosphoric acid recovery. By Paul Pajunen, Eco-Tec Inc.

Datasheet: MA68II

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:14:54 GMT

A rugged, compact design for fast, precise color measurement information on metallic, pearlescent, and special effect finishes. Its full range of angular viewing ensures complete, accurate readings that reduce downtime and wasted material

Datasheet: NetProfiler

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:06:00 GMT

Maintain the accuracy and consistency of measuring devices with a system that allows you to automatically test, measure, and profile your instruments over the internet. Using sophisticated software and certified physical standards, the system takes just minutes to produce performance statistics on every instrument within a network

Datasheet: Color iMatch

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:19:47 GMT

An intelligent solution for formulating paint, plastics, or textiles. This package enables quick, accurate color analysis and the capability to optimize every formula for cost and color accuracy. Available in four levels for specific formulation requirements

Datasheet: Color-Eye� 7000A

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:17:00 GMT

Color-Eye� 7000A is a premium reference grade spectrophotometer known for its superior inter-instrument agreement and reliability. Used by leading color suppliers worldwide, Color-Eye� 7000A makes the ideal foundation for a color management system, especially for those who want to establish digital color standards for their supply chains

Datasheet: Color iT7

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:15:00 GMT

A full-featured reference instrument for reliable digital workflow and error-free measurement of textile, plastic, coated, liquid, and brightened samples. An embedded NetProfiler system combines with self-diagnostic, and auto-configure functions ensuring consistent, precise performance

Datasheet: Color iT5

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:13:00 GMT

A flexible instrument for accurate, high-volume production measurement of a wide variety of samples sizes, shapes, textures, and opacity levels. An embedded NetProfiler system combines with self-diagnostic, and auto-configure functions ensures consistent, precise performance

Datasheet: SpectroSyncT

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:11:58 GMT

Reduce color discrepancies and increase operating efficiency with this versatile, easy-to-use profiling software that improves instrument agreement throughout a manufacturing supply chain. SpectroSync works with X-RiteColor Master v8.0, Windows-based software that allows for complete color measurement in a single package

Datasheet: TeleFlashT Compact

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:09:00 GMT

Track and correct color errors in real time with this versatile quality control system that provides non-contact measurement and continuous reporting. Ideal for lab or light- to medium-volume production runs, this modular unit provides consistent color measurement for virtually any material and in the harshest operating environments. For excellent agreement between your on-line Teleflash and the laboratory

Datasheet: SP64

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:07:45 GMT

The SP64 is a spherical hand held spectrophotometer, with a special PROJECT and JOBS mode and switchable apertures, designed to meet the performance and feature capabilities necessary for diverse color measurement applications

Datasheet: SP60

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:04:00 GMT

The SP60 is a spherical hand held spectrophotometer designed to meet the performance and feature capabilities necessary for diverse color measurement applications

Datasheet: TeleFlash System

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:02:56 GMT

Eliminate costly production line color errors with this automated online quality control system that provides non-contact measurement and continuous reporting. Easy to operate, the system works on virtually any material and in the harshest production environments to offer comparisons to specific standards or absolute measurements

Datasheet: SP62

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:00:34 GMT

The SP62 is a spherical hand held spectrophotometer, with a special PROJECT mode and wide range of aperture sizes, designed to meet the performance and feature capabilities necessary for diverse color measurement applications

Case Study: Automotive Paint Finishing

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 07:18:00 GMT

The customer upgraded painting operations at their southern California facility, triggering the requirement to add abatement equipment for controlling emissions of paint solvents to the environment. By Munters Corporation - Dehumidification Division

Datasheet: Farnsworth Munsell Dichotomous D-15 Test

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:09:00 GMT

The Farnsworth-Munsell Dichotomous D-15 Test is an abridged version of the 100 Hue Test for screening color vision defects only. The D-15 Test is intended for the detection of color vision defects such as red-green and blue-yellow deficiencies as opposed to color acuity.

Datasheet: MatchRite iVue Spectrophotometer

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Working with ColorDesigner 10.3 software, the new MatchRite® iVue™ spectrophotometer makes your associates the experts while adding value to your customers' shopping experience by increasing in-store uptime, improving first-time right color match and reducing service costs and overall costs of ownership.

TeleFlash 130 Non-Contact Spectrophotometer

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:39:00 GMT

The TeleFlash� System eliminates costly production line color errors. This automated online quality control system provides non-contact measurement and continuous reporting. Easy to operate, the system works on virtually any material and in the harshest production environments to offer comparisons to specific standards or absolute measurements.

White Paper: Tool Path Dramatically Increasing Manufacturing Efficiency

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:07:00 GMT

TrueMill is a significant milestone step in the long history of machining. TrueMill is the name for a patented set of discoveries centered on controlling tool engagement while machining a part of almost any type or material. By controlling the tool's engagement with the material, TrueMill has repeatedly proven to greatly increase material removal rates (MRR), decrease cycle times and extend tool life.

X-Rite

Wed, 06 Oct 2004 04:00:00 GMT

When it comes to color technology, industry leaders are choosing X-Rite Enterprise Color Management (ECM) solutions - solutions that ensure accurate, repeatable color throughout global supply chains. From color measurement and control to communication and compliance, we are helping today's global specifiers and suppliers improve and enhance their color approval programs.

Case Study: X-Rite Dynamic Numerical Analysis (xDNA)

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:02:00 GMT

The power of xDNA was never more apparent than when a major European automaker experienced difficulties on its production line when body panels painted at the factory using a popular silver metallic color suddenly didn't appear to match the bumper fascia supplied by an outside vendor.

Multi-Purpose Container

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:52:00 GMT

Sharpsville's multipurpose containers are fabricated from corrosion resistant stainless steel using TIG welding process with 100% penetration on all welds.