Lee Lechner has been with Echo Engineering for over ten years and specializes in researching, writing, and developing content regarding powder coating, e-coating, compression molding, and injection molding.
Learn effective strategies to offset the impact of expanded China tariffs on plastic and rubber components. Discover options like shifting production to Malaysia or Michigan, planning ahead for on-demand parts, and consolidating shipments to keep costs low and your supply chain reliable.
Busbars are vital components in electrical systems, and ensuring they are properly coated while maintaining clean, paint-free contact zones is crucial for optimal performance. Masking busbars, however, presents a unique set of challenges due to the thickness of the coatings and the need for precision. In this post, we’ll take a deep dive into the various masking methods used for busbars, along with their pros and cons, and offer insight into which solutions can be most effective.
Avoid adhesive tape difficulties this winter by reading our tips to achieve sufficient bonding pressure during these cold months so these failures don't happen.
If you're getting started with powder coating, this post will take you through the essential masking supplies that we recommend starting off with first.
Masking is crucial in the coating process, especially for complex components like those found in steering and suspension systems. These parts often feature complex geometries, tight tolerances, and critical surfaces that must remain uncoated to ensure optimal performance.
Throughout this post, we will take you through various masking products and designs used to mask shock tubes, steering knuckles, tie-rods, and control arms that are manufactured for today's most famous automotive, heavy machinery, and power sports vehicles!
Powder coaters are accepting flaws they could easily eliminate. We’ve curated a list of common issues that are often overlook and provided simple fixes for each one.
Masking is often needed during Type II anodizing (sulfuric acid anodizing) to protect certain areas of a part from being anodized or to control the appearance and functionality of specific features. In this post, we’re going to take you through the best tapes to use to mask off areas that you want to keep clear of any coating.