Powder coating technologies are among the leading modern finishing techniques, offering durability, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal to coated products. Central to the success of any powder coating process is a rigorous quality control regimen,

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When applied correctly, powder coating is a versatile and durable finish that offers many benefits such as its ability to withstand abrasion, scratches, and marring. This article will review common tools and test standards that can help ensure tight quality controls

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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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As I began to write today, I started to think about all the years that I have been active in the Powder Coating Institute (PCI). The first thing that ...

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Since the end of the Great Recession in 2009, the discussion has focused on the prospects of U.S. manufacturing returning to the U.S. (reshoring) or near it in neighboring countries (nearshoring). For years, speculation was rampant that the trend was happening, but there was little proof of it from a data perspective.

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“Like watching paint dry” is no longer the case for industrial powder coat curing, now that lasers have arrived on the scene as a high speed alternative. Long the industrial tool of choice for precision metal cutting and welding, lasers provide similar advantages to high utilization powder coating operations.

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When it comes to effective, reliable industrial coatings, powder is on the rise globally and it’s easy to see why.

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When it comes to a structure’s long-term ability to remain vibrant and durable, architectural details play a major role. Once components such as...

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A real pet peeve of mine is when, due to a lack of education, the wrong thermoset powder technology is used for a particular application and ultimatel...

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There are many benefits to PCI membership, but for Thomarios one stands out among the rest—PCI Certification. Thomarios entered the powder coati...

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