Powder coating is only as strong as its cure. Even the best powder chemistry, surface preparation, and application techniques can fail if the coating never reaches its required crosslinking level during the cure cycle. Under-curing is one of the most common—but least understood—causes of premature coating failure. The problem?Under-cure often looks good enough when parts… Continue reading The Hidden Costs of Under-Cured Powder: Failures, Safety Risks & Inspection Methods

In today’s manufacturing environment, powder coating success isn’t just about the quality of your equipment or the skill of your operators—it’s about data. High-volume powder coaters are now turning to analytics, sensors, and real-time monitoring to improve throughput, reduce defects, and optimize material usage in ways that were impossible a decade ago. Whether you’re running… Continue reading Data-Driven Powder Coating: Using Analytics to Monitor Line Efficiency & Defect Rates

For many OEMs, powder coating is treated as a commodity. Parts get outsourced to different vendors with the assumption that “powder coating is powder coating.” But in reality, finishes can vary dramatically from shop to shop—leading to inconsistent durability, mismatched colors, variable corrosion protection, and unpredictable quality. The solution?Standardizing powder coating specifications across the entire… Continue reading Why OEMs Should Standardize Powder Coating Specifications Across Their Supply Chain

Most powder coating defects don’t originate in the booth—they begin at the part design stage. Weldments, geometries, material choices, and fabrication details can either set the coating up for success or create a chain reaction of problems that lead to thin spots, fisheyes, outgassing, poor coverage, or costly rework. For fabricators and OEMs, the most… Continue reading How Fabricators Can Reduce Rework Rates Through Better Part Design for Powder Coating

Powder coating may look simple on the surface—spray the powder, bake it, and you’re done. But behind every clean, consistent finish is a carefully controlled electrostatic process. Electrostatics determine how well powder sticks to the metal, how efficiently spray guns apply material, and how much waste or overspray ends up on the shop floor. Get… Continue reading The Role of Electrostatics in Powder Coating Efficiency: Common Problems & Fixes

Not all powder coatings are created equal. When components must perform in extreme environments—intense heat, corrosive chemicals, high abrasion, or relentless UV exposure—the stakes for coating performance rise dramatically. Industrial manufacturers in sectors like oil and gas, mining, energy, transportation, agriculture, and outdoor infrastructure depend on finishes that go beyond cosmetic appeal. They need coatings… Continue reading Powder Coating for Extreme Environments: Heat, Chemicals, Abrasion & UV Challenges

High-volume powder coating operations live at the intersection of speed and consistency. OEMs need rapid turnaround, but they can’t afford rejects, rework, or finish degradation. Increasing throughput without compromising quality is entirely possible—when you optimize the right parts of your line. Below are the key strategies top-performing powder coating plants use to maximize both line… Continue reading How to Improve Throughput on High-Volume Powder Coating Lines Without Sacrificing Quality

In powder coating, finish quality isn’t determined in the spray booth—it’s determined long before powder ever touches metal. The key to strong, long-lasting adhesion is surface preparation, and more specifically, the chemistry behind it. Even the most advanced powder, perfectly tuned gun settings, and well-calibrated ovens can’t compensate for poor pretreatment. If the surface chemistry… Continue reading The Science of Powder Adhesion: Why Surface Prep Chemistry Matters More Than You Think

In industrial powder coating, consistent quality and uptime are everything. Even the most advanced equipment can underperform—or fail entirely—without a structured preventive maintenance (PM) program. Preventive maintenance not only keeps your powder coating line running smoothly but also extends equipment life, reduces downtime, and ensures your finishes meet strict quality standards. Why Preventive Maintenance Matters… Continue reading Preventive Maintenance: Keeping Your Powder Coating Line Running at Peak Performance

In industrial powder coating, a flawless finish isn’t just about aesthetics – it’s about performance, compliance, and customer trust. Whether you’re coating parts for automotive, aerospace, or heavy equipment, every stage of the process must be carefully monitored to ensure consistent results. Below are proven quality control (QC) practices that keep production lines running smoothly… Continue reading Quality Control Best Practices in Industrial Powder Coating Plants