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Despite state-of-the-art filter technology, the proportion of ultra-fine particles in paint lines fluctuates. If it is above the limit, the still-wet paint could trap particles and thus visually impair the painted surface. Artificial intelligence (AI) specialists at BMW in Munich have now found a…
After more than 20 years Polytec terminates the distribution for components for industrial image processing. The newly founded Jumavis GmbH takes over product portfolio and customers.
The members of the working group exchanged views on new developments in the field of light metals and research topics. The next meeting will be held on September 26 in Hilden.
Space technology against heat: A special anti-heat additive can be added to coatings from Adler, which keeps the surface temperature lower and reliably protects both the coating and the material.
The paint store Tutsch GmbH in Amberg invested in a Paint PerformAir - a device for pretreating the gun compressed air. Owner Holger Tutsch reduces his energy consumption with the device.
With the new coatings laboratory assistant website, the VdL (German Coatings and Printing Inks Industry Association) wants to help inform potential applicants about careers in the coatings and printing inks industry and show them the attractiveness of training in the sector.
Panacol has developed new UV-curing masking materials for industrial processes with the Vitralit Mask range. These masking adhesives are easy to apply, cure in seconds and are easy to remove.
After three years as division manager of Germany's oldest gold and silver refinery, Thomas Weiß joins the previously two-person management team. Together with Thomas Frey and Georg Steiner, he manages the business of Heimerle + Meule.
The Holzapfel Group offers a new laser process for removing paint selectively and over a wide area. Conductive areas for e-mobility can be gently removed in this way.
Lubricant expert Zeller+Gmelin offers a water-based and resource-saving high-performance saw chain fluid. It is suitable for use in environmentally sensitive areas.
The DGO district groups of Thuringia and Saxony are inviting entries for the 2023 Electroplating Award. It will be presented on the occasion of the 28th Leipzig Technical Seminar 2023 in March next year.
Sedotec is the winner of the Control Cabinet Innovation Award 2022. The Vamocon 1250 control cabinet concept was recognized for its sustainability, among other things.
The new CraftiX model range includes four certified safety vacuums for dust classes L and M. Automatic filter cleaning takes place thanks to a patented HEPA 13 cartridge filter.
New working group of the DGO
The DGO-AK Decorative Cr(III) Processes is researching the coating thickness measurement of trivalent deposited bright chromium coatings. A comprehensive round robin test is currently being prepared.
Laser modules for industrial image processing can now also be supplied via a power bank or tablet using a USB cable with voltage converter. They are thus independent of regionally varying mains voltages.
Ground has been broken for the two new plants for polyurethane dispersions and elastomers in Shanghai. The investment in the mid-double-digit million range will serve to meet a strong increase in demand.
Joke: Safe from grinding dust
Special care is required when grinding lightweight materials. The ENESKApostprocess closed workstation from Joke Technology protects the user and his environment.
VdL trainees at the IdeasExpo
At the IdeenExpo training fair, trainees and students from VdL member companies showed what they enjoy about chemistry and paint under the hashtag #GetLacki. The concept for the VdL trade show booth came from them.
Audi has started the comprehensive renewal of its paint shop at the Neckarsulm site. To this end, the site is successively converting the existing buildings and modernizing facilities and processes. In addition, the groundbreaking ceremony for a new building has now taken place.
The new dispersing additive Tego-Dispers 658 is gentle on aquatic organisms because it is readily biodegradable. It has a similar performance profile to comparable Evonik products.