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News Release from: Applied Coating Technologies | Subject: Cosmetic finishes for plastics
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 23 July 2002
Finishing touch on show at Interplas
Applied Coating Technologies will be showing a new range of cosmetic finishes for plastics at Interplas 2002.
Applied Coating Technologies will be showing a new range of cosmetic finishes for plastics at Interplas 2002 The company has recently installed a fully enclosed water-back spraying facility for the application of cosmetic finishes
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 8 Mar 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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This plant has been specifically designed to provide a high-quality surface finish to plastic mouldings, increasing the perceived value of any product.
Excellent adhesion, abrasion resistance and durability is achieved onto ABS, Noryl, Polycarbonate and other similar thermoplastics.
Although a wide range of gloss levels are available, satin/matt finishes are usually specified as these produce very low scrap levels and are currently in vogue.
Contemporary paint finishes include stainless steel/satin chrome effects.
Where greater chemical resistance and exterior durability are required, two-pack polyurethane topcoats are recommended.
These have been developed in smooth, spatter and textured (including soft-feel and suedette) finishes.
With adhesion promoters available for even the most difficult substrates (polypropylene, nylon), paint finishes can be applied selectively onto most plastic or metal surfaces.
Specialist knowledge in the design of high precision masking jigs is regarded as an essential area of expertise.
Selective coatings have a number of benefits; they can reduce cost, increase the affect of a particular finish and protect critical mechanical tolerances.
The development of decorative finishing at ACT was in response to customer requirements for a one-stop shop finishing service.
The core business of ACT is EMI shielding coatings and examples of components coated with conductive paints and electroplating techniques will also be on show.
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