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Powder Coating Institute Names 2020 Hall of Fame Inductees

Inductees to the 2020 Powder Coating Institute Hall of Fame have been named. According to CoatingsWorld.com: “The Powder Coating Institute (PCI) is announced the selection of three 2020 Hall of Fame inductees. “The Hall of Fame was initiated in 2001 …

A Simple Guide to Powder Coating for 2020

There are some powder coating developments in 2020 to keep an eye out for – here are the details: According to patch.com: “The technology is relatively new, but millions of tons of powder coating are used worldwide for coatings. It …

How Does Prototype Sheet Metal Fabrication Work?

You may have heard of Prototype Sheet Metal Fabrication, but how does it work? According to Marinus Nutma with TechZone360: “Designers having prototypes made for their clients to view and hold has become a normal part of the designing process. …

Metal fabricators adapt new technology to succeed

When it comes to metal fabrication, adapting to new tech means you are more likely to succeed. According to Tim Heston with The Fabricator: “’We’re seeing rapid change in all businesses, but especially in manufacturing, the likes of which we …

Types of Metal Fabrication Processes

The metal fabrication process can seem complicated. Here is an explanation of the different types of processes. According to Genevieve Mills: “Metal fabrication is a broad term referring to any process that cuts, shapes, or molds metal material into a …

Why Powder Coating Is Superior To Painting Metals

When it comes to metals, some believe that powder coating is superior to painting to provide a professional-looking finish. According to Patch.com: “Powder coating is not only a convenient way to provide a polished, professional look to metal-manufactured products. But …

Developments and Trends in Powder Coating

Powder Coating is consistently seeing new trends and developments that require industry professionals to stay up-to-date. According to Doris Schulz: “The use of powdered enamels is one of the most environmentally friendly and resource-conserving processes in the field of industrial …

Top 5 Skills Every CNC Machinist Should Master

Nowadays the CNC machine operator is one of the most sought positions in the job market. Modern machine operators are required to master old school machining techniques combined with an extensive knowledge of technical drawing and software programming. The following …

Machining Process PDF:Types,Adv, Limitations, Machine & Cutting Tool

Machining Process: It is a process in which a piece of raw material is cut into a desired shape and size by means of sharp cutting tools called a Machining Process. 1.1 Types of Machining Operations: There are two types of machining process. 1.Conventional …

Taking Stainless Steel Machining to the Next Level

Tips for choosing cutting tools, toolpaths and machines wisely Stainless steel is far from an unknown quantity in machine shops. Yet, particularly in automotive and aerospace applications, tools and cutting methods continually evolve to optimize output—particularly as parts get more …