November 2014 - Toefco

What is FEP Non-Stick Coating?

There are many different types of non-stick coatings on the market, although the Teflon™ brand of PTFE is probably the most widely known. Even though most people have heard of Teflon™, it doesn’t mean that the product is right for every application. Sometimes there is a much better answer.

FEP non-stick coatings are one example of an alternative to Teflon™. This type of coating is made by co-polymerizing hexafluoropropylene and tetrafluoroethylene. So what makes FEP non-stick coating a potentially better solution than Teflon™? Here are the properties and common uses of this material. Read More

Choosing the Right High Temperature Paint Applicator

Within the industrial field, there is often a need for high temperature paint applicator. Most machines operate at very high temperatures, although paint that is resistant to those high temperatures might not be the only thing they need. Sometimes corrosion is an issue too. So when it comes to choosing a company to apply your high temperature paint, how can you be sure that the company you select will help you choose wisely? Here are several tips to help you know what to look for. Read More

Everything You Need to Know about Industrial Coatings

Industrial coatings are essentially a type of paint that is applied on various derivatives like concrete or steel. It’s caked on in a way that is designed to be both aesthetic as well as protective. There are many different kinds of industrial coatings. Some examples include resins, Xylan-Dry film lubricants, xylene, and others. The total application process includes first a primer, and then the full coating, and finally, a sealant.

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7 Tips for Choosing an Industrial Powder Coating Company

Through the years there have been countless innovations in the powder coating industry. However, not every company that provides these services has kept up with all of these changes. Taking shortcuts in the powder coating process simply costs you, the customer, too much in terms of money, time, and other values. So how do you choose a powder coating company that will provide you with the best service possible? Here are seven tips to help you recognize the companies that are keeping up with the times. Read More