Ask Joe Powder’s Columbus correspondents Kevin and Nathan do the numbers on some big companies’ first quarter of the year and another big company’s sustainability goals. Joe Powder responds to questions about poor film build on a customer’s parts and how to improve the fluidity of a powder coating. The shout out goes to Rick […]

The next installment of Nathan Powder Asks Powder People Things About Powder! Nathan interviews Courtney Jungjohann Deemer (Global Business Director, Powder Coatings) and Shelley Verdun (Powder Coatings Business Manager, Americas) of PPG Industrial Coatings. They discuss the current state of the industry, how powder coatings fit into PPG’s market strategy, new technologies, and where they […]

In the news this episode, the trade show schedules continue to get shifted around, supercomputing and AI are being used to develop new materials, and there’s a new scholarship for students interested in the coatings industry. This episode’s shout out goes to Jase Kaser of Kaser Blasting & Coatings. Visit our sponsors at gemapowdercoating.com and […]

Architectural grade powder coatings and supply chain disruptions are in the news this week. Joe Powder answers a question about powder coating slurries and a question about multi-color powder coating. This episode’s shout out goes to Innovakote, the recipient of a grant to recycle discarded powder coatings. Visit our sponsors at gemapowdercoating.com and powdercoatingresearch.com Send […]

In this episode, the lads talk about the news. The new China REACH is in effect and IFS is expanding. Joe Powder answers a question about stripping powder coatings from aircraft grade aluminum and a two part question about dye sublimation powder coating with a small oven. This episode’s shout out goes to Sheila LaMothe, […]

Episode 23 already? Heinous! Listen to Joe Powder’s hot takes about supply chain disruptions and some exciting quarterly reports. Joe answers questions about toxicity, regulatory issues, and labeling. Another listener inquires about the pros and cons of E-coat vs powder coat. This episode’s shout out goes to Rich Czarnecki at Micro Powders. Visit our sponsors […]

In the news this week, Akzo is expanding their low temperature R&D efforts and Clariant is poised to supply pigments to new regions. Joe Powder takes a deep dive into a multi-part question from a manufacturer of low cost cook stoves. This episode’s shout out goes to Robert, Tod, and Jim at Key Finishes. Visit […]

Wow it’s the twentieth episode already. There was plenty of news in the world of industrial coatings this time around. Two behemoths are in a bidding war for a Finnish paint company and constricted monomer supply could have an effect on polyester prices. Joe gives some pointers on inter-coat adhesion with an epoxy wrinkle and […]

It’s the first episode of 2021 and we’re back with all the latest news and updates from the powder coating industry. Joe Powder answers questions about coating galvanized steel, selecting an accelerated weathering program, and film thickness of a textured powder coating. This episode’s shout out goes to Sergio Gazzea of Gazzea Consulting. Visit our […]

On this last episode of 2020, the guys talk about the news and industry events scheduled for 2021. Joe Powder answers questions about where to focus R&D efforts, phosphate pretreatment traces, and how to coat a non-conductive substrate. This episode’s shout out goes to all of the women in leadership in the powder coating world. […]

In this installment of the Powdcast, hear all the news about new product launches, show reschedulings, and boards of directorses. Joe answers a question about degassing versus offgassing in a low temperature formulation and adhesion issues with a primer/topcoat system. This episode’s shout out goes to Sue Ivancic from Nordson. Visit our sponsors at gemapowdercoating.com […]

The Ask Joe Powder crew is back with the latest news from the big powder companies and more trade show updates. Joe answers a question about electrostatics and when to add manual spray guns to an automated line. The other question is about pretreatment for multiple metals. This episode’s shout out goes to Senka Celik […]

There was no shortage of mergers and acquisitions to talk about this episode, as well as some updates regarding the big international coatings shows in 2021. Joe Powder answers a four-part question from an electric bicycle manufacturer in Bosnia who wants to bring their powder coating application in house. This edition’s shout out goes to […]

Instead of Joe Powder answering your questions, we’re going to flip it around and ask people from the industry about what cool stuff they’re doing in Nathan Powder Asks Powder People Things About Powder. This interview is with Chris Reding from IFS Coatings. IFS is an innovative powder coating producer with some unique technology for […]

In this special edition of the Powdcast, we were live at the Coatings Trends and Technologies conference, which was held online September 8-11. As usual, we cover the latest news from the industry and upcoming events. Joe Powder answers a question about the quality of a coating found in a correctional facility and one about […]

On the 12th edition of the Powdcast, the Ask Joe Powder team brings the latest news from the powder coating industry. Joe answers a question about explosivity, one about a coating with poor resistance to alcohol, and a question about possible future regulations on TGIC. This weeks’ shout out goes to Alessia Venturi, editor of […]

On this episode of the Powdcast, the guys have some breaking news regarding the global TGIC supply. Joe Powder helps troubleshoot an edge coverage problem with a two coat system and gives advice on how to guarantee a coating that will last 5 years in South Florida. Shout out goes to Maui Powder Works and […]

On this episode of the Powdcast, the guys discuss upcoming trends in the powder coating world and the importance of a good coating specification. Joe tries to demystify the term “superdurable” and gives advice on coating welded seams and laser cut edges. Send in your questions to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 1-478-2ASKJOE if […]

The Ask Joe Powder team is back for the ninth time with the latest news from the powder coating industry and a potential new way to bond metallic powder coatings. Joe Powder asks an electrostatic equipment expert for advice on grounding an operator and explains the reasons why a wrinkle finish isn’t wrinkling. Send in […]

Episode Eight is here, along with continued coverage of the fallout felt in the powder coating industry from the economic downturn. The guys answer questions about the transfer efficiency of reclaimed powder and how to coat your toilet pink. Send in your questions to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 1-478-2ASKJOE if you want to […]

In this edition of the Powdcast, Kevin addresses the pandemic and its effects on the industry. The guys answer questions about how to achieve 500 hours of gasoline resistance and the importance of particle size distribution in a finished powder coating. Send in your questions to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 1-478-2ASKJOE if you […]

On this episode of the Powdcast, Kevin talks about what “anti-microbial” really means when it comes to labeling coatings. We answer questions about contamination from WD-40, how to coat a kitchen sink, and chasing down the source of pinhole surface defects. Hint: All of them involve acetone. Send in your questions to [email protected] or leave […]

Instead of Joe Powder answering your questions, we’re going to flip it around and ask people from the industry about what cool stuff they’re doing in Nathan Powder Asks Powder People Things About Powder. Our first interview is with Andrew Walton from Keyland Polymer. Not only do they manufacture powder coatings at Keyland Polymer, but […]

On this episode, we discuss how the coatings industry is contributing to the fight against COVID-19. Joe Powder answers questions about coating aluminum for long term outdoor durability and chasing down the source of some annoying defects. Send in your questions to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 1-478-2ASKJOE if you want to have them […]

On this episode, we bring you an update on TiO2 labeling, bio-based resin, and the issues with lead in paint in developing countries. Joe Powder answers questions about curing parts with different gauges of metal and covering faraday areas. Send in your questions to [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 1-478-2ASKJOE if you want to […]