Surface news

The ZVO is calling for proposals for presentations for the ZVO Surface Technology Days 2025, which will take place in Berlin from September 24 to 26, 2025. The deadline for registration is January 31, 2025.

Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions - a member of the Busch Group - introduces the TPG 202 Neo. This piezo/pirani handheld measuring device is designed to meet the requirements of a wide range of industrial and laboratory environments.

The Fraunhofer IST and Feng Chia University (FCU) are expanding their partnership and jointly developing surface and production technology for optical and electrical systems.

Axalta's refinish brand Standox offers a straightforward process for minor repairs to plastic parts. The accessories come from Axalta's Audurra accessories range.

The expansion of BASF's Heerenveen site was based on existing infrastructure and buildings. The plant is electrically operated and supplied with green electricity.

At FILTECH 2024, Hengst Filtration will be demonstrating how industrial plants and manufacturing processes can be made more efficient and sustainable with the right filters. Lower pressures and alternative raw materials play a role here.

Thanks to DS technology, the new time-of-flight sensor with wintec detects objects on surfaces even if they do not stand out in color. Wenglor's entire portfolio can be seen at the SPS in Nuremberg.

The members of the ZVO Chemicals and Plants division and the ZVO Industrial Coating division are experiencing a decline in business development. Declines in turnover are expected for the second half of 2024 in particular.

Thanks to high investment by the automotive industry in sustainable painting technology, Dürr's incoming orders are currently up 14 percent. Automation technology grew strongly due to the inclusion of BBS Automation, which was acquired last year.

With the support of Schlötter, safety technology specialist ZF Lifetec is upgrading its in-house electroplating facility. Metal components can now be coated using the more environmentally friendly chromium(III).

ULT presents a new solution for extracting vapors or gases with flammable components. The ACD 400.1 Ex device is low-noise and energy-efficient.

BASF presents plans for a realignment through portfolio management, capital allocation and performance culture. In addition to strict cost-cutting measures and more targeted acquisitions, the green transformation is on the agenda.

Atorn, a Hahn+Kolb brand, has launched five new safety spectacles in its A-View series, including safety spectacles with side arms, over- and full-vision safety spectacles. The safety goggles ensure good vision even under harsh working conditions.

Audurra, an Axalta brand of automotive painting accessories, is expanding its portfolio for bodyshops with solutions for everyday challenges such as interior masking or refinishing.

Pump manufacturer Verder Liquids is adding the Verderflex Dura 60 model to its range of durable peristaltic pumps, designed for reliability, performance and efficiency.

In October, the "Pigments and Extenders for E-Mobility" workshop on the standardization of pigments was held at DIN e.V. in Berlin. LUM GmbH presented its technology for characterizing particle properties.

Benseler, an automotive supplier specializing in surface finishing, will be sourcing green electricity from a German wind farm from 2025.

The WindEnergy trade fair took place in Hamburg from September 24 to 27. Dörken was represented there with its corrosion protection solutions and other offers relating to the planned PFAS ban.

technotrans and enesty are pooling their expertise. The cooperation includes the mutual integration and marketing of partner products.

No chance for germs: The coronavirus pandemic has shown everyone how important it is to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses as early as possible. Depending on the pathogen, contaminated surfaces also play a key role in the transmission of microorganisms. Researchers have now developed an…