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Archive Home > 2002 > March > 06 > Powder coating revolution

Powder coating revolution

"People would be amazed...at how many things they see, like outdoor playground equipment, that is not painted but powder coated." - Bill Nye, Commercial Powder Coating, Bend

By Stephanie Swee / The Bulletin
March 6, 2002

Chances are you own something metal that has been powder coated, even if you don't know it. But, like most Americans, you're probably not familiar with the term or the process.

Powder coating began in Europe more than three decades ago as an alternative to finishing with solvent-based paints.....

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