February 20, 2014 If you can’t find a coating that delivers all the properties you need, you might start to think about hybrid coatings (also known as composite coatings or custom blends). It sounds like what you should get from a hybrid is a super-coating that delivers more than any one coating on its own, that’s… [Read More]
Xylan Coatings: Uses Beyond Low Friction
February 1, 2014 In the world of low friction coatings, Xylan® is a superstar. A PTFE product (with mixes of PFA, FEP and other nonsticks), Xylan is a high performance thin film with serious release properties and excellent durability. However, you might be surprised to learn that underneath the slick surface, Xylan offers a wide range of additional… [Read More]
Boom Balls: PTFE for Arcade Game Production
January 20, 2014 These classic arcade shooting games may be simple to play, but they require sophisticated engineering underneath the surface. Learn how a thin industrial PTFE coating makes all the difference in how the machines work. From Advanced Industrial Coatings. Video by Brenton Arney.
Industrial PPS / Ryton® Polymer Coatings: When to Use
December 31, 2013 Industries that demand a lot from their coatings – such as automotive, chemical processing, and commercial cookware – make extensive use of polyphenylene sulfide (also known as PPS or under the brand name Ryton®). But even if your part isn’t exposed to extreme chemicals or extreme wear, PPS could still be the best choice…. [Read More]
Thermal Conductivity and Thermal Barriers: What to Consider, and Coatings that Work
December 1, 2013 If you’re in the semiconductor, automotive or aviation industry, or especially if you’re doing anything with rollers, the thermal properties of the coatings you use are probably pretty important. Whether you need a thermal barrier or high thermal conductivity, here are the main issues and key coatings to consider. Thermally Conductive Coatings What… [Read More]
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