Here are profiles of some of the top companies in the industry.
AFC Finishing Systems
SPECIALIZES IN STATE OF THE ART
COATING AND FINISHING EQUIPMENT
Foremost in Design and Technology
AFC builds a large variety of finishing and process heating equipment for high solids, water borne and electrostatic applications. AFC products have been designed by industry wise craftsman with quality, safety, and efficiency in mind. The long history of AFC is a testimony to the success of a company that stresses customer satisfaction, service, and quality.
At AFC, we manufacture our own electronic controls and our own heat systems. We provide heat systems to maintain spray temperature as well as systems to dry-off and cure the applied material. We use only state of the art U.S. made components on our control systems. We utilize digital equipment as well as easy to use touch screen controls which automates the application and curing operations.
AFC Finishing Systems
250 Airport Parkway
Oroville, CA 95965
Phone: 800-331-7744
Fax: 530-533-0179
Email: sales@afc-ca.com
Web: afc-ca.com
Col-Met Spray Booths, Inc.
In 1996, Col-Met Spray Booths, Inc. was organized as a division of Collier Metal Specialties, a manufacturer of metal products since 1957. The division was incorporated in January of 1999. Over the years, Col-Met has maintained a focus on manufacturing premium quality paint spray booths, accessories and oven products, which it supplies to the automotive, heavy equipment, industrial and woodworking industries through a nationwide distributor network.
Col-Met Spray Booths, Inc.
2114 Sherwin Street
Garland, TX 75041
Toll Free: 888-452-6684
Phone: 972-272-3838
Fax: 972-494-1299
www.colmetsb.com
sales@colmetsb.com
Defelsko Corporation
The Measure of Quality
DeFelsko Corporation is a leading U.S. manufacturer of coating thickness gages and inspection instruments including the popular PosiTector® 6000 and PosiTector® 100 series of coating thickness gages. An innovator in the field of ultrasonic coating thickness gages, DeFelsko is pleased to announce the revolutionary New PosiTector® 200 gage for measuring on wood, concrete and more. Also featured are the PosiTest® Adhesion Tester, the PosiTector® Dew Point Meter and the new PosiTector® Ultrasonic Thickness Gage ideal for measuring remaining wall thickness.
DeFelsko Corporation
P.O. Box 676, 802 Proctor Avenue
Ogdensburg, NY 3669-0676
Phone: 800-448-3835 (USA)315-393-4450
Fax: 315-393-8471
Email: techsale@defelsko.com
Web: www.defelsko.com
DuPont Powder Coatings
DuPont Powder Coatings has a long history of serving the North American industrial coatings market. As one of the pioneers in the powder coatings market we are proud tp be able to announce our new Alesta® brand of powder coatings made only by DuPont.
DuPont provides soulutions to powder coating specifiers and applicators. With the global resources of the DuPont Powder Coatings group, an unlimited list of unique products are available for even the most demanding requirements.
DuPont Powder Coatings
9800 Genard Rd.
Houston, TX 77041
Sales@dupontpowder.com
www.dupontpowder.com
Phone: 713-939-4000
713-939-4027
Eckart America L.P.
Eckart is the world's largest producer of metallic and pearlescent powders, pastes, dispersions and concentrates for the coatings industry. Founded in 1876, Eckart has become the global leader in special effects with sales and distribution throughout 81 countries. Markets served include: automotive OEM, refinish and trim paints, powder coatings, general industrial, aerosol, can/coil, anti-corrosive, roof coatings and specialty paints. Contact Eckart America, 4101 Camp Ground Road, Louisville, KY 40211. Call Toll-free: 877-754-0001 Website at: www.eckart.net
Eckart America L.P.
4101 Camp Ground Road • Louisville, KY 40211
Email: info@eckartamerica.com
Phone: 877-754-0001 • Fax: 502-775-4249
Elcometer
Elcometer has been an innovator in the inspection industry for over 55 years, developing a complete range of coating inspection and physical test equipment for the quality control of surface coatings. We specialize in the design and manufacture of a complete range of instrumentation for both field and laboratory use, providing a full range of products and services to meet your requirements. To learn more about our full product line, please visit our website at www.elcometer.com or contact our sales office at (800) 521-0635.
Elcometer
Elcometer, Inc.
1893 Rochester Industrial Drive
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Phone: (248) 650-0500
Fax: (248) 650-0501
Email: inc_sales@elcometer.com
Web: www.elcometer.com
The Electrocoat Association
The Electrocoat Association is a non-profit trade Association founded in 1997 to promote the environmental and economic benefits of electrocoat technology. It provides educational information to users and potential users of electrocoat explaining the environmental, economical, performance benefits of this coating. Membership includes manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, chemicals, paint, ancillary equipment; custom coaters, captive shops and other individuals interested in this finishing process.
The Electrocoat Association
P.O. Box 541083
Cincinnati, OH 45254
Phone: 513-753-5501
Toll Free: 800-579-8806
Fax: 513-753-5557
Email: coravitz@electrocoat.org
Web: www.electrocoat.org
EPSI Engineered Products & Services Inc.
Established in 1975, EPSI is a major international supplier of masking and hanging products for the industrial coating market. EPSI is known for their innovative designs in custom masking/hanging projects and for their extensive offering of standard solutions. Specializing in high temperature coating applications such as powder coating and e-coating EPSI's engineering staff will solve most masking challenges within 24 to 48 hours of receiving inquiries. Over 5000 standard masking solutions in stock: custom molding of high temperature silicone and EPDM rubber masks; pressure sensitive non-woven die cutting, slitting and laminating capabilities; 2-D, 3-D custom wire forming capabilities from 1.5" diameter to 6mm diameter wire; custom molding of Elastomer and Plastic materials for standard industrial and decorative applications (grommets, suction cups, o-rings, etc.); onsite engineers for 3D rendering, drafting and design
EPSI Engineered Products & Services Inc.
N90 W14700 Commerce Drive
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Phone: 866-ASK-EPSI
Fax: 262-253-3775
Web: www.epsi.com
Exel Industrial
Exel Industrial and its manufacturing facilities have been manufacturing outstanding application and agricultural equipment for over 75 years and today, employs over 1800 people. The Exel organization combines the widest range of outstanding application equipment in the world with the most dedicated team of professionals in our industry. Whether you are applying liquid, viscous products or powder, this team is trained to bring the best solution and post sale service response to your
manufacturing needs.
Manufacturer of Kremlin Sames Rexson Products
Phone: 800-573-5554
630-231-1900
Fax: 800-664-1511
630-231-0088
Web: www.kremlin.com
www.sames.com
www.rexson.com
Kolene Corporation
For over 60 years, Kolene Corporation has been challenging the limits of salt bath and cleaning solution technology. With the objective to provide a total process cleaning solution to the toughest of industrial cleaning problems and challenges, Kolene believes that the best way to provide their customers with a solution is through a totally integrated and single source process for metal cleaning and treating needs. The Kolene Process is dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality and most cost effective solution. Kolene first looks at the customer's need all the way through to a custom engineered system and chemistry designed to solve a specific cleaning problem.
For proven processes and innovations in surface preparation, Kolene has a solution for paint stripping, casting cleaning, alloy descaling, polymer removal, engine remanufacturing, part reclamation, and salt bath nitriding needs.
Kolene Corporation
12890 Westwood Avenue
Detroit, Ml 48223-3472 USA
USA Toll-Free: 800-521-4182
Phone: 313-273-9220
Fax: 313-273-7838
Email: sales@kolene.com
www.kolene.com
Magic Rack
"Magic Rack"/Production Plus Corp. is a manufacturing company with a unique philosophy. It emphasizes personal customer service and satisfaction. For 25 years solving racking problems has been our expertise. We work to achieve greater part density, faster loading and unloading, with a quality finish and less blemish. Company recognizes part control and washer drainage as important issues to also address. Original patent holder of the "Magic Rack" crossbar which protects parts hooks while maintaining ground with a three-point contact. Racking problems disappear!
"Magic Rack"/Production Plus Corp.
2490 McGaw Rd. East
Columbus, Ohio 43207
prodplus@netwalk.com
www.magicrack.com
Phone: 614-492-8811
Fax: 614-492-8812
Toll Free: 866-492-8811
National Partitions
National Partitions is the leading and largest manufacturer of modular environmental rooms for use in industrial facilities. National's wall system designs meet the most stringent standards in temperature and humidity control, allowing for optimal product consistency and the highest quality control-manufacturing conditions. Specializing in in-plant offices, mezzanines, two-story, high wall, exterior buildings, and clean rooms, National Partitions offers comprehensive design and consulting, project management services, and installation of completed manufactured products. For more information, 888.974.7533, www.n-p.com
National Partitions
Direct: 305-818-2851
Toll Free: 800-327-3697, ext. 266
Fax: 305-364-8134
Nordson Corporation
Nordson is a full-line manufacturer of automated and manual equipment for the application of liquid paints and powder coatings. The company also manufactures curing equipment for ultraviolet-curable liquid and powder coatings.
Nordson systems deliver reliable performance, superior finish quality and high transfer efficiency while helping finishers to meet increasing demands for operating productivity.
As a single-source company with a variety of finishing technologies, Nordson is uniquely positioned to help its customers select the best method for coating their products.
NORDSON CORPORATION
28601 Clemens Rd.
Westlake, OH 44145
Phone: 440.892.1580
Fax: 440.892.9507
Web: www.nordson.com
Paint Pockets
Finish up to 500% more parts between filter changes with Paint Pockets Green‰. The patented Diamond Pocket Technology‰ of Paint Pockets‚ Green overspray arrestors holds up to 5 times more overspray than other filters allowing you to finish up to 500% more product between filter changes. Paint Pockets Green is your best value for production sprat booths. It is specifically designed and prices to replace expanded paper, fiberglass, and other lower efficient lower value filters.
Paint Pockets
915 North 43rd Avenue
Omaha, NE 68131
Phone: 877-768-7587
Fax: 402-341-8516
www.paintpockets.com
Raabe Corporation
Founded in 1951, Raabe Corporation is the #1 manufacturer of custom matched touch-up paint and a leading provider of private label aerosol and liquid filling services. Our technical staff has more than 120 years of experience in coatings and aerosol development. We build close working partnerships with our customer's marketing, technical, purchasing and manufacturing departments. For more information about Raabe and our services, contact us at 1-800-966-7580 or visit our website at www.raabecorp.com.
Raabe Corporation
P.O. Box 1090, Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-1090
Email: info@raabecorp.com
Phone: 1-800-966-7580 • Fax: 262-255-0684
Web: www.raabecorp.com
Rapid Engineering Inc.
Rapid Engineering, Inc., an employee owned company, is a leader in products and services for the industrial finishing industry.
Pre-treatment washers, dry-off ovens, cure ovens, batch ovens,Pretreatment stations and fully integrated systems are used by manufacturers of metal, plastic, and medium density fiberboard (MDF) products for the automotive, furniture, material handling, architectural and recreational markets. Products are available as "Turnkey" or "Install-it-Yourself".
Rapid Engineering Inc.
1100 Seven Mile Rd., NW
Comstock Park, MI 49321
Phone: 800-536-3461
Fax: 616-647-9892
Web: www.rapidengineering.com
Smarteye Corporation
Smarteye Corporation has been delivering extremely reliable Routing and Tracking solutions to the paint finishing industry for over 20 years. The patented Smarteye Reader System, used for conveyor carrier identification, has become the industry standard for paint shops around the world. GM, Ford, DaimlerChrysler, Nissan, Honda, BMW, Hyundai, Caterpillar, Deere, etc - they all use Smarteye! So, if your paint system's productivity could benefit from positive identification on its conveyor system, contact Smarteye. We'd be happy to share our wealth of experience in order to provide a solution that's right for your company.
Smarteye Corporation
2637 Bond Street
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Phone: 248-853-4495
Fax: 248-853-8539
Web: www.smarteyecorporation.com
sales1@smarteyecorporation.com
Therma-Tron-X, Inc.
Therma-Tron-X (TTX) is a full service supplier of custom electrocoating, powder and liquid coating systems and their components. Our sister company, TTX Environmental, produces water conditioning and wastewater treatment equipment. We provide complete systems support from our Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, facilities: evaluation, testing, design, fabrication, installation, booth integration, training and field service. Our years of experience enable us to not only meet customer requirements, but to maximize the productivity of their coating operations, as well.
Therma-Tron-X, Inc.
1155 S. Neenah Avenue
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235-1996
Phone: 920-743-6568
Fax: 920-743-5486
Web: www.therma-tron-x.com
Email: sales@ttxinc.com
Wagner Systems, Inc.
Wagner has manufactured powder coating application equipment since the 1970's. Today Wagner serves the global powder equipment market through multiple, wholly owned subsidiaries worldwide.
Wagner offers a complete range of powder coating application equipment, from manual coating equipment and booths, to complete digitally-controlled, automated application equipment and booths.
SuperTech is the latest addition, incorporating a true double-wall canopy for the best electro-barrier for powder application. The materials used in this canopy construction are UL94-VO flame-rated (self-extinguishing). SuperTech's full-length dual down-draft design provides a soft-draw environment with increased work piece-to-reclaim intake proximity for the optimum powder cloud hang-time.
Wagner Systems, Inc.
175 Della Court
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Customer Service:
800-473-2524
Phone: 630-784-8900
Fax: 630-784-8970
www.wagner-systems.com
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