DuPont CoatingSolutions, American Trim Collaborate on Innovative Coating Technology as a Viable Alternative to Traditional Chrome Plating (13764)
DuPont CoatingSolutions and American Trim have teamed up to promote an innovative coating technology. American Trim recently took delivery of a physical vapor deposition chamber (PVD) that allows for the processing of a chrome-like finish without the use of hexavalent chrome. The PVD process employs a base powder coating supplied by DuPont, which serves as a protective, functional layer and smoothes out the surface. Therefore, no sanding or buffing is required on rough parts, like castings. The PVD chamber is utilized to deposit the very thin layer of metal. Parts are then coated with a clear acrylic topcoat for protection of the metal layer and added durability

The Corrosion of Metal Equipment And Machinery in 1998 Exceeded $275 Billion (12954)
The direct cost of corrosion to metal equipment and machinery in the United States alone was estimated in 1998 to be $276 billion, which is more than 3% of the U.S. gross domestic product. The effects of corrosion are exacerbated by a phenomenon known as erosion, which is the wearing of solids usually by currents of wind, water, or ice. When corrosion occurs, a passive layer of oxide protects the surface. However, when this layer is eroded away by the environment, the surface is left bare and vulnerable to further corrosive attack. If this pattern continues, significant metal thickness can be lost in short order due to this erosion/corrosion cycle. There are various ways to prevent this catastrophe, including passivation, cathodic protection, and surface treatments such as coatings. Abrasion resistant coatings are used to protect and extend the life of various types of industrial equipment. Two types of abrasion exist: low angle sliding abrasion and direct impact abrasion. Both of these problems can lead to costly equipment damage which can be vastly reduced by applying protective materials.

Houston's Curran International Expands Coatings Technologies in New Licensing Agreement with Saekaphen GmbH (12101)
Curran International, Inc., a leading coatings application provider serving the global power, petrochemicals, HVAC and shipping industries, has signed a licensing agreement with German-based Saekaphen GmbH, to offer Saekaphen® coatings products for tubing used in heat-transfer equipment throughout refineries, pipelines and vessels. The agreement adds to Curran’s range of materials technologies for corrosion protection and maintenance of immersion equipment used in the chemical, energy and shipping industries.

Ramcho Santa Margarita, Calif.'s Liquidmetal Technologies Announces Funding Of New Coatings Business Subsidiary (12006)
“The establishment of LMC formally recognizes the strength of our Liquidmetal coating technology and the resulting market leadership of our coatings in the protective coatings market. The establishment of LMC as an independent subsidiary will provide the resources and focus to further grow this business.”

Applied Coatings Systems to Offer Line-X Industrial Coatings for Commercial and Military Markets (11920)
The patented coating provides many benefits in military and industrial settings, such as prolonged operational life with reduced maintenance and repair needs and enhanced employee safety

Ferrotec Announces Ferrofluidic Vacuum Rotary Feedthrough Solutions Optimized for Solar and Photovoltaic Manufacturing (11866)
Ferrotec offers a broad range of vacuum rotary feedthrough and subsystem optimizations for photovoltaic manufacturers. With the wide variety of processes and production methodologies being leveraged in the industry, Ferrotec typically works directly with system manufacturers to identify their system requirements, then optimizes an integrated motion and sealing solution for their application. Optimizations may target unique thermal requirements, rotational and torque challenges, unusual size constraints, or even advanced robotic subsystem designs.

Applied Coatings Systems to Offer Line-X Industrial Coatings for Commercial and Military Markets (11837)
An instant-set polyurethane/polyurea hybrid that offers corrosion protection for metals and wear resistance for most substrates

Ultra-High Barrier, Planarizing Thin Film (3780)
Films inhibit deterioration from moisture and corrosion, provide encapsulation and improve electrical and thermal insulating properties

DSM Desotech Inc. Files Antitrust and Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against 3D Systems Corporation (14230)
In response to recent speculation in the stereolithography (“SL”) industry, DSM Desotech Inc. (“Desotech”) confirms that on March 14, 2008, it filed a lawsuit against 3D Systems (“3DS”) in federal court in Chicago.

KECO Coatings Completes Acquisition of Teknix Powder Coating (14135)
Indianapolis, Indiana — KECO Coatings has completed the acquisition of Teknix Powder Coating (Teknix) in Statesville, North Carolina. The acquisition enables KECO to transition its Teflon® and plasma coating technology into the southeast territory. Teknix Powder Coating is located in the heart of the NASCAR region, which will make it more convientent for existing NASCAR customers to leverage KECO’s coating portfolio.