Powder Coated Tough - Fall/Winter 2007 - (Page 2) INSIDE THIS ISSUE 12 Powder Coated Tough Volume 1, Number 5 ■ Fall/Winter 2007 FEATURES 12 18 24 Decorative Design Dimension From a small anodizing plant to a multimillion dollar company that offers a three-dimensional dye sublimation process licensed by more than 400 shops, Decoral Systems has found its niche in the powder coating industry. Getting the Zinc Out The problem of elevated zinc levels that exceeded city limits forced this lighting fixtures maker to re-examine its process for handling rinse water. No More Rework A one-step non-aqueous pretreatment process works for this Bridgeport, Mich., powder coater. Rework is now a part of his past. Could it be right for your process? Powder Automation One way to improve system efficiency is to utilize automation. This includes the use of a programmable logic controller (PLC) to operate gun controls, gun positioning, airflow controls, and other system variables. Thinking Outside the Box A small mom-and-pop job shop in Indiana has increased business by 200% since entering the powder coating arena. Utilizing outdoor space for the oven allowed the shop to retain its valuable, minimal shop floor space. 24 28 36 36 COLUMNS 4 48 41 Back from (Virtual) Reality PCI’s Executive Director Greg Bocchi talks about his virtual presence at CyberCoating 2007, the first on-line trade event of its kind. He touches on Coating 2008 and the upcoming PCI election as well. Tough Talk Six Ways to Get the Most out of Your Negotiating Team, By Tom Parker, vice president of Alongside Management, Richmond, Va. DEPARTMENTS 5 39 41 Powder Perspective Get your news and industry events here. Making the Mark Are You Making the Mark? Using the Mark will clearly identify you as a leader in the powder coating industry, promoting a finishing process that is durable, attractive and versatile. Custom Coaters Corner Fortified for Quality Control Just as a castle is built to withstand enemy attacks, PSB uses powder coating to ensure its castles and other custom jobs can withstand the attack of corrosion. Powder Coated Tough 2
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