by Paul Uglum, president, Uglum Consulting, LLC Plastic parts are decorated for many reasons and using many differing techniques. Parts can be decorated to achieve specific aesthetics and appearances, to provide uniform appearances across various substrates, to apply graphics and to achieve specific functional or tactile results. Coatings also are applied to protect the … [Read more...] about Failures and Prevention: Chemical Attacks of Decorated Plastic Surfaces
Paints/Coatings
Particle Monitoring Technology for Coating and Decorating
When it comes to decorating plastic parts, particularly when using specialty processes, it is crucial to account for particles that could otherwise mar the finished product. As a result, particle monitoring technology is becoming a vital part of cleanroom environments. Plastics Decorating sat down with PMT Director of Sales Mark Berdovich to discuss some of the basic aspects of … [Read more...] about Particle Monitoring Technology for Coating and Decorating
The Future of Metallic Finishes on Plastic in the Automotive Industry
by Paul Uglum, president, Uglum Consulting, LLC Metallic appearances have long been key to designs in the automotive field. They are an important part of the design portfolio and have been used for some time to create a high-end look. Just look at the vehicles with metallic grilles, door handles, accents, emblems and hubcaps. On the inside will be metallic door handles, knobs, … [Read more...] about The Future of Metallic Finishes on Plastic in the Automotive Industry
Choosing the Best Options for Difficult Appearances – Metallic and Piano Black
by Paul Uglum, president, Uglum Consulting, LLC All plastic decoration requires skill and knowledge, together with the correct choices of materials and processes. This is particularly true when the desired outcome is a metallic appearance or piano black appearance. The issue is not that the processes themselves are difficult – many are well understood – but there are many … [Read more...] about Choosing the Best Options for Difficult Appearances – Metallic and Piano Black
Automotive Paints and Coatings Market to Exceed $27 Billion by 2025
Article provided courtesy of Global Market Insights, Inc. According to a new research report by the market research and strategy consulting firm Global Market Insights, Inc., the automotive paints and coatings market is expected to exhibit around 8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2019 to 2025. Rising vehicle production coupled with rising consumer preference toward … [Read more...] about Automotive Paints and Coatings Market to Exceed $27 Billion by 2025