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(Paint) Film Finishing in Practice
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Abstract
(Paint) film as an alternative to spray applied paint has received growing attention in recent years. The potential for economic and environmental advantage and quality enhancement with this technology has been reported in several technical papers (Ref. 1, 3 and 4).
The actual practice of film finishing, however, has received only limited notice.
Film finishes have been applied to aluminum, stainless steel, PVC, and ABS. Starting in 1982, part applications include: wheel covers, door edge guards, window surrounds, roof drip moldings, lower windshield moldings, rocker panels, body side moldings, B pillars, and A pillars.
Industry awareness and acceptance of film finishing as a viable alternative to spray applied paint is increasing. The two technologies are similar in many ways, yet distinctly different in other ways. They share a common goal: To yield a durable finish, economically and with superior visual impact.
This paper reviews the unique aspects of film finishing.
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Ellison, T. and Mehta, R., "(Paint) Film Finishing in Practice," SAE Technical Paper 920732, 1992, https://doi.org/10.4271/920732.Also In
References
- Johnson, B. “Development of an Automotive ‘Paint Film’ Concept” No. 890352 1989 SAE International Congress and Exposition February 27 March 3 1989 Detroit Michigan
- Ellison, T. M. Shimanski, M. A. “Plastic Film Finishing for Exterior Automotive Components,” Proceedings of the SPE 48th Annual Technical Conference & Exhibits May 7 - 11 1990 Dallas, Texas
- Fridley, C. H. “Paint Film Laminate Technology for Painting Thermoplastics,” 1990 SME Finishing West September 25 - 27 1990 Anaheim, California
- Balch, T. C. Seeman, R. W. “Alternative Coating Methods: Application of Automotive Paint Films,” No. 910095 1991 SAE International Congress and Exposition February 25 March 1 1991
- Ricklin, S. “Solvent-cast Films,” Plastic Engineering May 1983 23 29
- Ellison, T. M. Winton, R. A. “Decorative Sheet Material Simulating the Appearance of a Base Coat/Clear Coat Paint Finish,” March 7 1989 June 5 1990
- Mentzer, C. C. Cox. H. W. “Method of Applying Painted Carrier Films to Automotive Body Parts,” June 13 1989
- Billmeyer, F. W., Jr. Saltzman, M. “Principles of Color Technology” John Wiley and Sons New York 1981