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Laser-Based Processes for PFAS-Free Functional Coatings

Laser processes enable PFAS-free functional coatings

Researchers are developing laser-based methods for producing PFAS-free industrial functional coatings, for example on metal components. This depends not only on suitable alternative materials, but also on the manufacturing processes.

Chemical-Resistant Pumps, Dosing Function, Screw Electroplating

Chemical-Resistant Pumps with Dosing Capability for Screw Electroplating

To ensure consistently high coating quality in screw electroplating, process chemicals must be precisely metered. Chemical-resistant pumps with a metering function increase process reliability and simplify bath management.

High-Performance Boride Coatings, Fraunhofer IST

High-Performance Boride Coatings for Extremely Durable Surfaces

Fraunhofer IST is expanding its infrastructure for high-performance boride surfaces. New facilities will enable the end-to-end development and testing of extremely durable surfaces for industrial applications

Single-Coat Paint for Construction and Earthmoving Equipment VOC Balance and Throughput

Single-coat paint reduces VOC emissions and increases throughput

By switching from a two-coat system to a single-coat paint system at a manufacturer of construction and earthmoving equipment, the VOC content was significantly reduced and throughput in the paint shop was increased.

Antiviral Anodized Surfaces for Infection Control

Antiviral Anodized Surfaces as Long-Lasting Protection Against Infection

Antiviral anodized surfaces permanently integrate the protective function into anodized aluminum surfaces. This enables hygienic solutions for contact surfaces in industry, infrastructure, and medical technology.

Degreasing System, Cleaning Medium: Hydrocarbon-Alcohol

Degreasing system using hydrocarbon-alcohol mixture as cleaning medium

A degreasing system that uses a hydrocarbon-alcohol mixture as the cleaning medium achieves a high level of cleanliness for precision parts. Close collaboration between the solvent and equipment manufacturers reliably optimized the cleaning process.

Plastic surfaces with a metallic effect, free of flow lines, pigments

Metal effect without flow lines on plastic surfaces

Metal-like, glossy plastic surfaces produced by injection molding often exhibit so-called flow lines. Researchers are developing a new method for producing metallic-effect pigments to create flawlessly glossy surfaces free of flow lines.

HiPIMS-Coated Micro Milling Cutters for Precision Medical Components

Micro-milling cutters with HiPIMS coating for precision medical components

A HiPIMS-coated micro-milling cutter ensures high process reliability when machining medical precision parts. Long tool life and consistent machining quality enable reliable unmanned production.

Automatic Coating Machine, Powder Coating Booth, Productivity Improvement, Automation

Automatic Coating Machine for Powder Coating Booth Boosts Productivity

An automated coating machine increases the efficiency of powder coating at a contract coating facility. The retrofitted automation system reduces processing times by up to 70 percent while also improving coating quality.

[Translate to English:] LEDcure NX LED-UV Curing System by IST Metz

New LED-UV Curing System Successfully in Production

A water-cooled LED UV curing system has proven its worth in practical use at a printing company. It enables reliable curing, high process reliability, and low maintenance requirements, even at high throughput.

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