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Online Registration Open for the Inorganic Materials Conference in France
The Seventh International Conference on Inorganic Materials, set for September 12-14, 2010, in Biarritz, France, is the latest in a series of interdisciplinary conferences devoted to all aspects of inorganic materials research.
Mid-West Powder Coating Expands Operations
Muncie, Ind.-based Mid-West Powder Coating invests in new equipment, production facility.
American Finishing Resources Establishes Stock Hook Division
Chilton, Wis.-based coating specialist responds to consumer demands for additional products and services.
PCI Hall of Fame Award Goes to Ken Kreeger
Ken Kreeger, Former Nordson Corp. Executive, Honored at PCI Annual Meeting
NASF Reveals Updated Technical Conference Program for SUR/FIN 2010
The newly amended SUR/FIN 2010 Technical Conference Program contains more than 60 educational sessions.

Podcasts

Metal Finishing Audio Newscast, July 26, 2010
Samantha Dupler, Metal Finishing editorial contributor, recaps the week's top news and highlights upcoming events.
Metal Finishing Audio Newscast, June 21, 2010
New name for Vulcanium...AESF Fall Training Schedule
Metal Finishing Audio Newscast, June 2, 2010
Final Countdown to SUR/FIN 2010...upcoming regional events...new digs for CST-SurTec...people in the news
Metal Finishing Audio Newscast, May 10, 2010
ISO Certification for Best Metal Finishing...Haviland Products partners with Products-Sol...hotel registration deadline looms for SUR/FIN 2010

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Zirconization™ Update: Introducing DuBois Chemicals, DuraTEC 110 Nonphosphate Cleaning and Pretreatment Solutions for Ferrous and Nonferrous Parts
Nonphosphate pretreatment systems are gaining broader acceptance in the market place. Public opinion, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship are moving manufacturers away from phosphate-based chemistries.
Alternative Pretreatment Technologies for Steel and Aluminum Surfaces
This informative webinar program will cover current environmentally acceptable alternative pretreatment processes for steel and aluminum surfaces. It will: identify and define conversion coatings; discuss the basics of a zinc phosphate process for ferrous and aluminum surfaces; outline the advantages and disadvantages of zinc phosphate; and delve into the pros and cons of alternative technologies, such as zirconium, titanium, and silane. Ron Joseph, Organic Coatings Editor for Metal Finishing, moderates.

Ron Joseph

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Painting, Coatings, Coating Analysis, Coating Failure Analysis
Ron Joseph is the organic finishing editor for Metal Finishing magazine. He is also the paint and coating consultant with Exponent, Inc., of Menlo Park, Calif.

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Preventing Leaks, Improving Looks, Increasing Profits
Read how the Surface Matrix Sealing System (TM) from IMPCO can lower parts rejection rates via a technique known as "filling porosity."
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Innovative Spray Booth Technology for the ‘Green’ Paint Shop
Reducing energy usage and emissions via a regenerative, dry-filtration method that separates wet paint overspray from spray booth process air.
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Selecting Cartridge Filters for Powder Coating Operations
The article discusses the range of filters available and the effect that different conditions and circumstances have on filter performance.
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Case Study: Analysis of Coating Failure on Hinged Steel Boxes
An investigation was performed to determine the cause of coating failures on several large hinged steel boxes. These boxes were constructed of sheet steel and were allegedly coated with corrosion-resistant coatings. However, after exposure outdoors, much of the paint delaminated and severe corrosion occurred.

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The Tangled Web: Silent Threats & Invisible Enemies
In a 2009 report, MessageLabs Intelligence revealed that an average of 3,618 new Websites per day were identified as harboring malware and other potentially unwanted programs such as spyware and adware.

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