Topics surface technology

A large-capacity paint booth with two zones was installed at an Austrian bulk materials technology specialist. The zones can be separated for modular painting of different colors in one batch, or combined into one zone for operation as a large-capacity painting booth.

For the treatment of the process water after vibratory finishing, an automotive supplier has put a new flocculation plant into operation. Since only part of the process water passes through the filter press, it achieves high efficiency.

Composite components are often exposed to harsh environmental influences. The right coating protects them effectively and helps them last longer. A leading paint manufacturer offers solutions for coating modern composite materials.

The density and contour of a drop says a lot about the properties of a liquid. A measurement technology provider expands its portfolio with the Constrained Sessile Drop method and shows how test liquids or hot melts can be subjected to rapid purity testing via video analysis.

If subsequent processes or product functions require it, component cleaning is shifted to the cleanroom. Developing a suitable system for this requires all kinds of design tricks and finesse. One mechanical engineering company has chosen dry snow blasting technology for these applications.

Powder coating offers several advantages over wet coating. It is also more environmentally friendly. But how can complete roof rafters or particularly long steel beams be powder-coated in one piece? In Denmark, an XXL powder coating plant was constructed especially for this purpose.