The Colourful Side of Robotics

Precision Cleaning of Engine Parts

Mafac Ernst Schwarz Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG

During the production of prototype engines, even the smallest dirt particles can distort the measurement results. An engineering service provider has therefore invested in a new cleaning system that uses a spray-flood cleaning process. PDF-Download

Feeling the rush of speed

Inès A. Melamies

By using atmospheric pressure plasma technology a team of Italian researchers succeeded in bringing about a sixfold increase in the amount of adsorbable wax on the running surface of racing skis. The new impregnation offers not only greatly enhanced gliding properties, but also the frictional resistance and adhesion endurance of the wax to the surface of the ski base have improved substantially. PDF-Download

Reliable and Environmentally Friendly Processes for Coating MDF

IGP Pulvertechnik AG

A product that gives consistent results, contains no solvents and uses little energy is ideal for high-quality coatings for furniture. A new highly reactive ultra-low temperature powder coating allows heat-sensitive wood substrates to be coated reliably and with a reduced environmental impact. PDF-Download

Eliminating Bubbles on Polyamide Strips

Adapta Color S.L.

During the process of curing powder coatings on aluminium sections, bubbles frequently occur on the polyamide insulating strips and these are caused by water vapour in the polyamide. A new range of powder coatings significantly reduces the impact of this problem. PDF-Download

A Breakthrough in Powder Coating MDF

Ralf Högel

In early 2013, a Slovakian furniture supplier installed a new powder coating system for MDF components. The two production lines use both a new technology and a new powder coating, which produce high-quality results while keeping costs to a minimum. PDF-Download

A Consistent and Accurate Powder Supply

Gema Switzerland GmbH

The largest job coater in Switzerland has invested in a new application pump which enables powder to be pumped cost-effectively and accurately. The pump offers a number of advantages, including ease of use and low maintenance. PDF-Download

Fast-Drying High-Solid Systems for the Mechanical Engineering Industry

Andreas Morlock

A new two-component high-solid system, which was developed as part of a project for the mechanical engineering industry, not only lowers VOC emissions, but also significantly reduces the time and the energy needed to dry the coatings PDF-Download

Long-Term Reduction in VOC and Paint Consumption

Marc Gijbels

At a product launch in April of this year, Graco presented its newly developed proportioning system. The paint is mixed directly before the spray gun, which significantly reduces the size of the flush zones. The result is a fall of up to 80 percent in paint and solvent consumption. PDF-Download

Vacuum Flasks Need Infrared Heat

Heraeus Noblelight GmbH

Insulated flasks and mugs come in a variety of shapes and colours. Decorative motifs on the containers must be scratch-resistant, tough and ideally also dishwasher-proof. All of this presents challenges for the quality of the coating. A leading manufacturer of high-quality insulated flasks has resolved this problem using an infrared system. PDF-Download

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Reproducible Laboratory Tests for the Steel Construction Industry

Gebr. Liebisch GmbH & Co. KG

Anti-corrosion coatings used on steel structures in maritime or river environments are exposed to extreme conditions. In order to carry out reproducible tests of the suitability of the protective systems, reliable testing equipment with a consistent level of performance is needed. PDF-Download

Three Filters for All Applications

Michael Eder

For the environmentally friendly and economical dry filtration of paint overspray, one of the solutions that has become established in recent years is a modular “building block” system based on cardboard filter boxes. Three further developed overspray filtration systems are now claimed to cover all application areas in the painting industry. PDF-Download

A Cost-Effective and Reliable Blasting Process

Wiwox GmbH Surface Systems

A newly developed abrasive significantly reduces consumption levels and wastage. The material’s high titanium oxide content makes it particularly robust, which gives it a long service life and keeps dust to a minimum. PDF-Download

A New Bactericide-Free Neutral Cleaning Agent

Dr. Raymond T.G.H. Hodiamont

The development of a new neutral cleaning product containing no bactericides or salts allows users to dispense with bactericidal additives. This leads not only to a longer bath life and energy cost savings, but also to the production of smaller quantities of waste water, which helps to keep disposal costs low. PDF-Download

Fully Automatic System for Blasting Heavy Engine Blocks

Rösler Oberflächentechnik GmbH

A new blasting system enables an iron foundry to rotate and oscillate crankcases weighing up to five tonnes during the de-coring, de-scaling and blasting process, which results in shorter cycle times. PDF-Download

Complete Quality Assurance Using Only One Device

Helmut Fischer GmbH

In order to meet the growing demands placed on the service life of anti-corrosion coatings, the entire application process must be carefully inspected and monitored, from the preparation of the substrate through to the final coating. A new module makes it possible to investigate all the factors that influence the process using a single mobile device. PDF-Download

Higher Costs Bring Savings

Blanco Professional GmbH + Co KG

Paying more per kilogram of powder coating and still saving money seems to be paradoxical, but it is possible, as a manufacturer of high-quality hospital equipment has demonstrated by moving to thin powder coatings. PDF-Download

Lower Consumption and Higher Quality

Oliver Bolk

Surface treatment in the automotive industry is still a resource-intensive process. System suppliers are focusing all their efforts on reducing energy, water and paint consumption. This article highlights the progress that has been made towards developing resource-efficient automotive finishing processes, the challenges that still lie ahead and the areas with potential for improvement. PDF-Download

Tailor-Made and Modular

Gerhard Koblenzer

State-of-the-art modular cleaning systems based on single-chamber machines combine the benefits of decentralised and centralised cleaning units, which makes them particularly flexible and efficient. PDF-Download