Paint Spray Gun Tips and Techniques
The more you know about your paint spray gun, the better it will perform for you. In this discussion of gun technique, we are talking about how a spray gun is used. How it is aimed, moved and adjusted to achieve different results. People use spray guns differently and achieve the same results. Changes in […]
FAQs on Paint and Temperature Control
Temperature control is a critical aspect of high-quality finishing. Temperature influences how easily the paint pumps, atomizes and flows out. It affects how quickly the coating dries (or cures) and how hard the film becomes. Often the exact temperature at which something in the paint shop happens is less important than the consistency of the […]
How to Reduce Dirt Problems
Dirt is one of the most vexing and challenging problems encountered in the paint shop. It never seems to end and is often hard to eliminate. Dirt can come from many sources including some that are not even under the direct control of paint line personnel. What is dirt anyway? Dirt is any visible, objectionable […]
Getting Clear on Conversion and Polyurethane Finishes
Manufacturers who use wood coatings have more and more options available to them when it comes to their finishing lines, and the best choice for their business isn’t always clear. Letting just one or two factors determine the direction you go can be hasty, a lesson that rings true when decision makers are considering whether […]
Equipping Labs With DataColor
Working toward unparalleled measurement performance By Les Yoder The first shipment of Accessa’s new spectrophotometers from DataColor have arrived at Accessa. DataColor products are designed to ensure accurate formulation of solid color matches and quality control for paints. Having this new equipment allows us to meet our customers’ needs more fully and raise our standard of […]
Get the Antimicrobial Advantage
In high-traffic environments where conditions are ripe for the growth of microbes, businesses have to take extra precautions. But lately, forward-thinking business leaders are taking similar precautions not just to protect themselves against risk, but also to differentiate themselves in their marketplace. Antimicrobial additives can be used in many types of coatings to fight the […]