Communication is key in any industry, so never go into business unless you understand the necessary terms. When it comes to industrial powder painting, the most important vocabulary include: Chroma – A measure of the intensity of color relative to an image that has a similar level of illumination but appears white. Colorimeter – A…
DetailsAs a manager, increasing employee satisfaction is one of the most important things you can do for your business. Unsatisfied employees lead to high turnover rates, lowering productivity and forcing your business to spend more money on hiring and training. Examining your own management style is the first step to reducing turnover. Employees who leave…
DetailsColor powder plays an increasingly important role in the economy every year, gradually replacing liquid paint as the preferred industrial coloring material. This rapid rise in popularity is in large part due to the fact that excess powder can be easily reclaimed, lowering the cost and environmental impact of painting. The benefits of reclamation, however,…
DetailsMarket competition is a matter of survival of the fittest, and the fittest painting product right now is color powder. Manufacturers’ desire to save money, help the environment, and improve quality drives demand for color powder coating, displacing liquid painting products. Powder Coating: An Expanding Enterprise Global demand for color powder coating, already at a…
DetailsModern warfare is essentially a high-tech competition. Though tactics, bravery, and leadership are important, the military with the most advanced tools is most likely to win. The U.S. military charges the country’s most innovative manufacturers to come up with new, more effective military vehicles. Recently, Oshkosh Corporation was chosen for the JLTV (Joint Light Tactical…
DetailsDespite widespread fears of outsourcing, American manufacturing is thriving. The United States remains a major industrial producer thanks in large part to our highly efficient factories, which produce far more per worker than foreign competitors can. With the following steps, you can further improve your company’s productivity and remain competitive. How Your Manufacturing Company Can…
DetailsThe tiny details of paint finishing may be Greek to you, but understanding them is essential to success in manufacturing. Paint finishers vary wildly in the cost, sustainability, and quality of their work. Choosing the wrong one can render your product unsightly, defective, or too expensive to profitably sell. What to Consider When Choosing a…
DetailsWith the rise of social media, search engines, and online ads, manufacturers can no longer afford to ignore the internet. Online marketing is less expensive than billboards, TV spots, or other forms of publicity, yet offers greater returns both in terms of customers reached and information conveyed. By establishing an online presence, your company will…
DetailsThough many see regulation as a burden, organizational standards are essential to a healthy business environment. Quality standards ensure clear communication, efficiency, and positive customer outcomes. To this end, the International Standards Organization (ISO) promotes ISO 9001 and other quality standards on a global scale: Understanding ISO 9001 ISO 9001 is part of the broader…
DetailsThe word “steel” may be synonymous with “strong,” but even steel products aren’t invulnerable. The viability of steel depends on its pretreatment; the more effective the pretreatment, the longer it will last. Zinc phosphate pretreatment is ideal for preserving steel products and all other metals. Pretreatment 101 Phosphate pretreatment involves cleaning the metal’s surface and…
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