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15-09-2021

More Efficient Application with Automated Systems

The German powder coating company Wandel is increasingly investing in automated systems to meet its customers’ growing requirements for high-quality surface finishes. The systems automatically record the contours of the workpieces and adjust the gun distances accordingly. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/more-efficient-application-with-automated-systems-2932698.html
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08-09-2021

The Most Popular Car Colors in the World

Due to ever-changing vehicle and consumer preferences, car colors are in a constant state of flux. The results of a global study of the most popular colors are based on an analysis of manufacturer data from 2020 and are an indicator of current market trends. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/the-most-popular-car-colors-in-the-world-2932686.html
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24-08-2021

Pressure Monitoring in Metering and Gluing Systems

Interrupted metering beads, material buildup and pulled threads - operators of metering systems can sing a song of these process errors. A newly developed pressure transmitter that does not require silicone-containing components is designed to improve the situation. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/product-news/pressure-monitoring-in-metering-and-gluing-systems-2926044.html
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24-08-2021

Reduce Downtime and Secure Profitability

To meet the increasing quality demands of its customers, a manufacturer of cabs, doors and subassemblies for heavy machinery wanted to improve the final quality and effectiveness of its painting processes. In addition, efficiency was to be increased and costs reduced. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/reduce-downtime-and-secure-profitability-2925741.html
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19-08-2021

Coatings Industry under Pressure

The European paint, printing inks and artists’ colors industry is under increased pressure due to rising raw material prices. A complex combination of demand, capacity issues and a shortage of transportation resources for key raw materials is increasing uncertainty in the supply chain. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/coatings-industry-under-pressure-2925735.html
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28-07-2021

Clariant Expands Pigments Laboratory

Clariant Pigments has expanded its new state-of-the-art pigments’ laboratory in Krugersdorp near Johannesburg. Opened in early 2021, the new facility services the emerging Middle East and Africa paints and coatings market. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/clariant-expands-pigments-laboratory-2915829.html
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28-06-2021

BASF Extends Commercial Supplier Agreement with Mercedes-Benz

BASF recently signed a multi-year agreement with Mercedes-Benz in the Asia Pacific region, extending its status as an approved supplier to the automotive manufacturer. BASF will also provide digital solutions in the process. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/basf-extends-commercial-supplier-agreement-with-mercedes-benz-2902461.html
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21-06-2021

Archroma Announces Distribution Agreement in the US Market

Archroma, a global supplier in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, announced that it has entered an agreement with specialty raw material distributor Van Horn, Metz & Company for the distribution of its emulsions in the United States. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/archroma-announces-distribution-agreement-in-the-us-market-2902442.html
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17-06-2021

Global Demand Volume for Paints and Coatings Expands

The global paints and coatings market recorded a strong first quarter 2021 compared to the market volume contraction of -5 % in Q1-2020. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/global-demand-volume-for-paints-and-coatings-expands-2902403.html
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08-06-2021

Oerlikon Balzers Expands Service Offerings in the US

Oerlikon Balzers, a provider of surface solutions for the metal and plastics processing industry, has recently started production at its new customer center in the east of Los Angeles. The new coating center is the largest in the western USA. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/oerlikon-balzers-expands-service-offerings-in-the-us-2895906.html
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