Mark Berry is the segment leader for Teflon™ applications in the General industry. We sat down and spoke with him about applications of Teflon finishes. Read on to find out about current and future uses of Teflon coatings in the general industry.
Q: What are the common problems within the general market
segment?
Mark: There are many common issues in the general industry.
Some barriers to quality results include corrosion, harsh chemical effects,
high manufacturing temperatures, and over-use of petroleum-based products.
Coaters and end-users strive to find materials that combat excessive corrosion,
are heat and chemical resistant, and provide a dry film, non-grease, permanent
solution. Repetitive, over-use of petroleum-based products calls for more
manual labor and increased overall maintenance costs. For example, too often,
companies repeatedly use a petroleum-based epoxy. After several instances of
the chemicals eating through the epoxy, coaters search for something strong and
long-lasting.
Q: How do Teflon™ coatings solve these problems?
Mark: Teflon™ finishes provide a more permanent solution for many of these challenges instead of repetitive use of low-quality solutions that work for a short time. These varied products and services fill our customers’ industrial needs and help them overcome barriers to success.
Q: When should people use Teflon coatings in the general
market segment?
Mark: Customers should use Teflon products when they are
looking for a long-term solution. The use of a higher quality material, such as
Teflon, yields greater value than a cheaper, short-term solution that will call
for repeated application.
Q: What Teflon coating systems work best for general industry applications?
Mark: Our “one-coat” products satisfy the many coating needs
of our general industry customers. These products utilize hybrid technology and
have high level performance and durability characteristics.
Q: Are there new areas that could benefit from the use of
Teflon products?
Mark: Much of my work involves exploring new industries and
new applications for Teflon, and one of my ongoing tasks is to educate
materials scientists and process engineers on the characteristics and benefits
of Teflon coatings. Since these scientists and engineers are involved in
industries that do not traditionally use Teflon, it is important to help them
better understand how Teflon products can truly benefit their processes, save
them time, and decrease their overall costs.
Q: What trade shows have you attended within the industry?
Mark: This past year I attended both the National
Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) tradeshow as well as FABTECH, a general
industry metal fabrication trade show.I am always looking for and exploring
information on trade shows for industries that have not historically used
Teflon. There are many trade shows that I would like to attend in the future to
further the education and reach of Teflon products.
For further information on Teflon coatings in the general
market segment, contact General Market Segment Leader Mark Berry at (302)
366-8530 x 132 or mberry@intechservices.com.
