TPT November 2009

I ndustry N ews

International fair for coating

consumption lies in intelligent coating logistics with flexible coating supply systems. Pigging system technology enables unused coatings to be recovered from the pipe, or specific quantities of coating to be conveyed to the application system. In the area of coating powders, developments at manu- facturers are moving towards solutions that harden at lower stoving temperatures. Here, there are systems available that harden at between 120 and 130°C. Alongside energy savings, they also enable productivity to be increased. In addition, plastic materials and composites can be powder coated at these low temperatures. Where the recovery of overspray is an issue, innovative electrostatic separator systems not only achieve higher levels of separation, they also reduce water and energy consumption. Potential savings can further be exploited through increased automation. The use of paint robots results in greater reproducibility of coating results, a reduction in waste and better overall quality. FairFair GmbH – Germany

particularly in the automotive sector, leads to material savings and an improved productivity, energy and eco-balance is the so-called ‘Integrated Concept II’. Here, the function of the primer is integrated into a single or dual-component water-based paint system. By substituting the primer it is possible to dispense with the entire filler application or area of equipment, including the materials used, as well as the before and after- treatment. The coating facility and time are accordingly reduced. The system can be integrated into existing coating facilities and reduces VOC emissions. Using very high solid or ultra-high solid coatings with a very high solid content reduces VOCs. In some cases, only slight adjustment is required to the existing coating facility. However, application technology with paint guns and atomisers has a role to play, which enables a more effective application and adjusts the spray jet formed to the geometry of the work piece. Exhibitors at PaintExpo will present solutions in this area that permit savings in the consumption of coatings. A further approach for reducing material In addition to the many individual visitors, MTA Vietnam also saw the attendance of 75 group delegations from local enterprises across Vietnam’s extensive manufacturing sectors. The delegations came from companies such as Duytan Plastics, Furukawa Automotive Parts Vietnam Inc, Hariki Precision Vietnam, High Command of the Engineers, Factory Z756, Juki Vietnam, Mabushi Motor Vietnam Ltd, MTEX Vietnam, Nidec Tosok Vietnam, Nissey Vietnam, Okaya Vietnam, Sanyo, Saigon Precision, Suzuki Vietnam, Tien Tuan Pharmaceutical Machinery and Vietnam KMV. “I’ve witnessed a significant improvement in the quality of the trade visitors at our booth since the first show in 2005. MTA VIETNAM continues to be the only manufacturing show in Vietnam that Nikon will continue to support and participate in,” said Mr M Tsuji, general manager of Instruments Department, Nikon Singapore.

PAINTFAIR, a trade fair that focuses on industrial coating technology, will be held for the third time at the Karlsruhe exhibition centre, Germany from 13-16 April 2010. More than 200 companies have already booked exhibition space, including market and technological leaders from many sectors. Companies from the coatings sector include BASF Coatings, Relius Coatings and Tiger Coatings, who have not taken part in previous shows. The exhibition will present a broad and in-depth offering in every aspect of wet painting, powder coating and coil coating. The trade fair’s portfolio for industrial coating technology includes systems and applications technology, coatings, transport systems, automation solutions and paint robots, consumables and services for the organic coating process, ranging from pre- treatment to final inspection. Whether companies have in-house coating facilities or subcontracted coating operations, the demand is for improved efficiency with higher quality, greater environmental awareness and flexibility. One solution that ensures reduced investment and operating costs,

Fax: +49 7022 60255 77 Email: info@paintexpo.de Website: www.paintexpo.de

Show delivers encouraging results in a growth market THE mood was buoyant after four days of brisk business as MTA VIETNAM 2009, the largest exhibition of precision engineering, machine tools and metalworking technol- ogy in Vietnam, drew to a close. gathering and technological advancement for the manufacturing industry.”

MTA VIETNAM will return to Ho Chi Minh City in 2010 for its seventh edition on 7–10 July. MTA VIETNAM Fax: +84 8393 25789 Email: atodd@oesallworld.com Website: www.mtavietnam.com/hcmc

Held at the new Saigon Exhibition & Conference Centre, a total of 7,270 trade visitors attended to see the latest technologies showcased by more than 234 exhibitors. Around 81% of the companies were from overseas, hailing from 20 countries and regions including Germany, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and the UK. “MTA VIETNAM 2009 is grateful for the continued support and confidence of our co-organiser – the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Vietnamese Government, our exhibitors and particularly our visitors,” said Mr William Lim, project director of MTA VIETNAM 2009. “Without them, we would not be able to put on such a wide-ranging show of quality machine tools and solutions, and bring to Vietnam a platform that promotes trade, knowledge

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