Surface news

The International Conference and Exhibition on Surface Engineering PSE2022 will take place in Erfurt from September 12 - 15, 2022. Experts and users of surface technology discuss current developments and trends here every two years.

Polytec presents a combination of Smarttech3D scanner and photogrammetry for accurate detection of large objects. The photogrammetry system is designed for high-end industrial applications and objects up to 20 m in size.

The Technotrans Group further expanded its sales and earnings growth in the 1st half of 2022 despite increasing challenges in the procurement markets. Group revenue reached € 113.9 million, up 9% on the previous year.

Flir thermal imaging cameras can help save lives and secure assets. This is because the non-contact temperature measuring devices detect hot spots before they ignite.

The doctoral seminar of the Department of Electrochemistry and Electroplating at TU Ilmenau took place after a long break on May 19 and 20, 2022 as a face-to-face meeting. The host was Atotech in Berlin.

DXQplant.analytics helps operators of paint shops to improve the quality and effectiveness of their production. Thanks to systematic defect analysis, they benefit from a higher first-run rate and less rework.

The mechanical and plant engineering sector is preparing for the threat of gas shortages in winter. A prolonged gas rationing could cause difficulties for many companies.

Boge offers a new series of refrigeration dryers. The DT series ensures a constant dew point of 3°C at a delivery rate between 0.4 and 14 m³/min.

Kemper, manufacturer of extraction and filtration systems, is investing in a new building at its site. The research and development department is moving into the two-story building, which measures around 2,000 square meters. Training and conference rooms as well as a showroom are also planned.

Bluefin Unistar is a varnish for all cases: universally applicable, user-friendly and efficient. The new product in Adler's water-based varnish range offers the same processing convenience that carpenters and joiners appreciate in solvent-based products.

Plasmatreat Switzerland supports customers on site in the evaluation and implementation of plasma technology. To conduct trials, the company works closely with several research institutes.

At the Achema trade show, H2O presents the first Vacudest wastewater treatment system with digital interfaces and smart cockpit. The compact system increases safety and efficiency.

Paintnology GmbH is celebrating ten years of existence this year. The Hessian company plans paint shops. Since its foundation, the fifteen-strong Paintnology has been managed by Dr. Thomas Barmbold.

The online configurator contains the testing standards of automotive manufacturers for coated and uncoated automotive components. Quotations for testing the components are generated automatically in one minute.

Kansai Helios has completed the acquisition of Westdeutsche Farben GmbH (wefa) by the newly established group company Kansai Helios Wefa. The Group now has a second site in Germany.

With Structalit 5801, Panacol has developed a 2K adhesive system that exhibits high media resistance after aging test. This makes the adhesive optimal for potting applications and structural bonding of housings and electronic components.

The Industrial Parts Cleaning Association (FiT) has launched the FiT2clean Award to strengthen the importance of industrial cleaning technology as a cross-sectional technology. The application deadline is running.

Skoda is the first OEM to run car bodies tranversely throught the oven and gets the benefit of more uniform heating of even massive structures as well as significant energy savings - a major advantage when painting car bodies for electric vehicles.

For rescue missions and reconnaissance operations: A remote-controlled robot can identify hazardous substances thanks to MIRA XTR DS.

After a two-year break due to corona, the European Coil Coating Association Germany is once again inviting students to its basic seminar on coil coating. The first ten students may attend free of charge.