Q: We have heard that FEVE (fluoro-ethyl-vinyl ether)-based polymers are the only process-friendly fluoro powders that can meet the AAMA 2605 architectural standard (10 yrs durability). Can other fluoropolymers that are available in powder form (ETFE, PTFE) be used...
Q: I do not know how to control the glass transition temperature (Tg) of a powder coating. I know that TGIC (a curing agent) reduces the Tg value by 1.5°C. But what about other ingredients, like additives (flow agents, CAB, texture agents, waxes, fillers, pigments,...
Q: We coat wire shelving and baskets using an epoxy/polyester hybrid powder. As the product line is 95% welded wire assemblies, is there a particle size that would lend itself to consistency of film thickness on the wire and flat surfaces? We currently experience high...
Q: What would be the best particle size distribution for any powder? And how is powder charging related to the powder? A: Particle size distribution is critical to successful application of a powder coating. The “best” particle size depends on what you are...
Q: Our current product, which is an aluminum sand casting, is powder coated to many of our customers’ color choices. We find that we have many more problems with outgassing or bubbling on colors we consider as higher gloss than other colors. This may just be...
