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Inline measurement technology and closed-loop processes: Bruker Alicona on GrindingHub
At GrindingHub 2026, Bruker Alicona will be demonstrating how optical 3D measurement technology can be integrated directly into manufacturing…
Fraunhofer IPA at the PaintExpo 2026: Research projects presented
Fraunhofer IPA will be presenting current research projects for more efficient and sustainable coating processes at PaintExpo 2026. The focus is on…
Chemeon and SurTec form strategic alliance
The US company Chemeon Surface Technology and SurTec International, both specialized companies in surface technology, have entered into a strategic…
MKS Atotech presents PFAS- and Cr(VI)-free coating solutions
At SurfaceTechnology Germany 2026, MKS Atotech will present sustainable innovations in coating technology - including Cr(VI)-free and non-PFAS-based…
Galvanoform files for insolvency and appoints insolvency administrator
Galvanoform has filed for insolvency. Dr. Dirk Pehl from Schultze & Braun has been appointed provisional insolvency administrator for the…
Grinding technology for PCD tools: Lach Diamant expands Dia-2200-Mini
Lach Diamant presents the Dia-2200-Mini grinding machine with extended axis angles. The machine is designed for servicing and manufacturing PCD tools…
Axalta introduces new Standox Standoflow basecoat
Axalta is launching Standox Standoflow, a water-based basecoat for bodyshops and paint stores. The system is based on wet-on-wet application, high…
Hesse Hoba-Tec celebrates opening at new Putzbrunn site
Hesse Hoba-Tec has opened its new plant in Putzbrunn near Munich. The company, which was previously based in Eching, showcased its hydro lacquer…
VOA with new laboratory workshop for coaters
Following the successful introduction of its laboratory workshop for anodizers, the German Association for the Surface Finishing of Aluminium (VOA) is…
B+T presents Innovation Award 2025 to the TU Chemnitz
B+T honors Chemnitz University of Technology with the Innovation Award 2025 for the HCPS research field of materials and surface technology. The award…
Electroplated Plastics Association (FGK) elects new board of directors
At the general meeting of the Fachverband Galvanisierte Kunststoffe e.V. (FGK) on 12 March 2026, a new board was elected as scheduled.
Dörken: PFAS-free solutions at SurfaceTechnology Germany 2026
The entire bolting and fastening industry will meet at SurfaceTechnology Germany in Stuttgart from May 5 to 7, 2026 - and Dörken will be there with…
Emptmeyer offers CE-compliant painting hooks
CE-compliant painting hooks and racks are becoming increasingly important in painting and powder coating processes. Emptmeyer now offers CE-marked…
Helmut Fischer at the SurfaceTechnology 2026: World of measurement technology
At the SurfaceTechnology Germany 2026 trade fair in Stuttgart, the Helmut Fischer Group will be presenting a wide range of measuring solutions as a…
Fanuc at PaintExpo 2026 with innovative robotics solutions
Fanuc will be presenting innovative solutions for painting and coating processes at Paint Expo 2026. Visitors will learn how their painting processes…
International Colloquium Plastics Technology 2026 - Review
Around 460 experts discussed current developments in plastics processing at the 33rd International Colloquium Plastics Technology 2026 in Aachen. The…
Wacker business figures 2025 - slight sales growth expected for 2026
Wacker Chemie confirms declining sales and earnings figures for 2025 in a difficult market environment. Special expenses lead to a significant annual…
Hoenle: UV-curable sealing material for electronics housings
With Vitralit CIPG 60200, Hoenle presents a UV-curable polyacrylate sealing material for complex electronic housings in automotive and e-mobility…
Fraunhofer project develops PFAS-free elastomers and coatings
In view of possible PFAS restrictions, a new Fraunhofer project is working on fluorine-free alternatives for technical applications. High-performance…
Ruderer Tesa masking tapes for precise painting and coating processes
When painting and powder coating, the right masking is crucial for quality and process reliability. Masking tapes from Tesa enable clean color edges,…
Wenglor color sensor P1PF for color evaluation and color control
With the P1PF color sensor, Wenglor presents a solution for reliable color detection in demanding industrial applications. The sensor combines two…
KHS barrier coating for PET bottles protects oxygen-sensitive beverages
With the KHS Supreme functional barrier coating, KHS is extending the protection of oxygen-sensitive beverages in PET bottles. An ultra-thin silicon…
SurTec at the SurfaceTechnology Germany 2026
SurTec will be presenting innovative and proven solutions from the fields of functional coatings and functional and decorative electroplating at the…
VOA General Assembly 2026 in Augsburg
The Verband für die Oberflächenveredelung von Aluminium e. V. (VOA) invites its members and interested guests to its 62nd General Meeting from June 17…
DIN EN ISO 2081 appeared - Electroplated zinc coatings on iron and steel
The standard DIN EN ISO 2081 for galvanic zinc coatings on iron and steel is available in an updated version. The 2026-02 edition replaces earlier…
H2O at the PaintExpo 2026: Sustainable rinse water treatment
Industrial painting technology produces large quantities of rinsing water every day, the disposal of which is not only expensive but also ecologically…
Adler at the Fensterbau Frontale 2026: Coatings for window manufacturers
At Fensterbau Frontale 2026, the international trade fair for window, door and façade construction in Nuremberg, paint manufacturer Adler will be…
FiT2clean Award 2026 - application phase started
The application phase for the 5th FiT2clean Award of the German Industrial Parts Cleaning Association (FiT) has begun. Manufacturers, suppliers and…
Excelitas with next generation UV and infrared curing for metal coatings
At PaintExpo 2026, Excelitas will be showcasing the latest developments in UV curing as well as intelligent infrared solutions for optimizing metal…
Dürr publishes preliminary business figures for 2025 - higher profitability
The Dürr Group significantly increased its operating profitability in 2025 despite the difficult macroeconomic environment. Sales and earnings were…
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