In this episode of the Powder Coated Podcast, hosts Kim Scott and Jim Kunkel explore a variety of topics relevant to the coatings industry. They discuss the significance of right to repair laws, particularly the strong legislation passed in Oregon, and its effects on industries like agriculture and consumer electronics. The conversation also covers the push for carbon neutrality, with a creamery aiming to achieve this by 2030, and the potential of carbon capture technologies. The hosts delve into the challenges facing the antimicrobial coatings market, including workforce shortages and ..read more

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  In this episode of the Powder Coater Podcast, host Kim Scott interviews Sandee Andrews from Andrews Powder Coating. They discuss the company's evolution, emphasizing the role of certifications and specialty coatings in distinguishing their business in a competitive market. Sandee highlights the transition from chromate to environmentally safer zirconium in their pre-treatment system and the importance of ISO 9001 and AS 9100 certifications for quality management and aerospace projects. They also address the challenges of meeting military specifications and the decision against pursuing ..read more

  In this podcast episode, Marty Sawyer, CEO of Tri-Mack Industries, delves into the intricacies of powder coating processes, focusing on reducing the carbon footprint. She compares convection and infrared ovens, discussing their load modulation and fuel consumption. Sawyer emphasizes the importance of data in optimizing time and temperature for curing, and the cost and environmental benefits of using efficient ovens. The conversation also covers the challenges of reducing gas usage, the significance of publicizing sustainability efforts, and the role of regulations. The episode is a deep ..read more

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  How Clean is your future in powder coatings?  In this episode of the RossKote's Powder Coating Podcast, Kim Scott welcomes Marty Sawyer, CEO of Trimac Industrial Systems. Celebrating 20 years, Trimac has evolved through acquisitions, including Protherm, which focuses on electric infrared technology. Marty, with a steel industry background, discusses the intersection of infrared technology and powder coatings, emphasizing the importance of education and research, especially in light of sustainability and climate change regulations. They explore the physics of combustion, carbon redu ..read more

Friday Live with Powder Coater Podcast We are discussing problems in the industry and what the custom coater forum live panel is all about! Join our March 1st LIVE EVENT for just $10 Our giveaways alone are worth 100s! https://lu.ma/0q9chjjf In this dynamic podcast episode, the host is joined by industry experts Justin Marshall from Triple G's, Ashton from Palmer's Powders, and Rich King from Rags to Riches to delve into the complexities of powder coating. As they dissect the nuances of achieving perfect finishes, they discuss how environmental factors can influence outcomes and the necessity ..read more

In this continuing part 2 episode Nathan and Kevin Biller, delve into the complexities of powder coating formulation. They discuss the essential components such as resin, curing agents, pigments, and fillers, and the challenges of creating specific colors, including a difficult case with a celebrity. The extrusion process and the distinction between bonded and non-bonded metallic powders are also explored. The episode touches on industry trends like sustainability and new applications, and the potential of online courses for powder coating education. The conversation concludes with insights in ..read more

In this podcast episode, the hosts and guests explore the complexities of the powder coating industry. Nathan and Kevin Biller discuss the technicalities of powder formulations and the impact of new regulations on small businesses. They delve into the differences between TGIC and TGIC-free powders, emphasizing the importance of understanding end-use requirements. The conversation also covers the challenges of sourcing custom powders and the industry's response to the pandemic, with a shift towards smaller custom order minimums. The episode highlights the consolidation of companies, the need fo ..read more

  In this episode of the Powder Coater Podcast, host Kim Scott is joined by Jason Schwer and Blaine Scheideman from Gema, a leading powder coating gun manufacturer. They discuss their roles as territory managers, the daily challenges of providing support on the road, and Gema's success factors, including R&D and customer feedback. The episode also covers the industry's workforce shortage and the need for more training programs. Scott Coates's development of replacement gun tips is highlighted, addressing parts availability issues. Technical aspects of powder coating settings are expla ..read more