4 ½” X 5 ½” Sponges $19.95 Box of 20
Available in: Fine, Extrafine, Superfine and Microfine
Received: 12/24/2013
Trevor / Columbia Industrial Staff,
I wanted to take this time to thank you and your company for the wonderful product and service we have received over the past year. I sincerely appreciate the cooperation and the way you conduct business.
This year was a record year for Specific Mechanical, and I feel that a good portion of our success is driven by the amazing vendors we have surrounded ourselves with.
I look forward to continuing to do business with you for years to come.
Sincerely,
Adrian Kalynchuk
Supply Chain Manager
Specific Mechanical Systems
The management and staff of Columbia Paints and Industrial Supplies is pleased to recognize TREVOR PETERSEN as the Company’s 2013 EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR!
Trevor joined the company as a warehouseman in December 2009 and quickly established himself as a competent logistics professional. Trevor now heads up the Company’s Colour Lab and enjoys the reputation of the being the best Wood Coatings Colour Technician on Vancouver Island.
Well done Trevor!
Becker Acroma Introduces Bernyl FF Formaldehyde Free Conversion Varnish
With an ideal blend of aesthetics, performance, and environmental benefit, Becker Acroma helps finishers meet indoor air quality specifications in a uniquely European way.
No Formaldehyde Concerns The growing interest in specification programs with indoor air quality standards like LEED-IAQ and BIFMA mirror the ongoing consumer enthusiasm for healthier environments. BernylTM FF Conversion Varnish allows finishers to create formaldehyde free wood products without sacrificing the performance or aesthetics of traditional catalyzed technology. Formulated to be free of formaldehyde or any ingredients that may emit formaldehyde, BernylTM FF Conversion Varnish meets industry indoor air quality specifications and is HAPs compliant, while also providing excellent durability and moisture resistance.
No Odor A drop-in replacement for traditional catalyzed technology, BernylTM FF Conversion Varnish fits right into any current set-up, eliminating the need for costly process and equipment changes. BernylTM FF has significantly lower odor than traditional conversion varnishes for an improved shop environment during application and curing. Finishers also benefit from fewer compaints about odor during the installation and unpacking of their products, especially those without force dry capablilities.
A Complete System Use BernylTM FF as a self-sealing product. Whether cabinetry, office and residential furniture, or architectural mouldings, BernylTM FF Conversion Varnish provides a traditional finish without the concern of formaldehyde. Available in Matt and Satin sheens. Please call for pricing and volume discounts.
For more information on Becker Acroma technologies please visit columbiaindustrialsupplies.com or woodfinishing@beckeracroma. com
The Becker Acroma brand has long been synonimous with high quality technologies for industrial wood finishing. Uniquely European, we support finishers with innovative products, a commitment to providing sustainable systems, and global product availability.
Innovative. Finish-Focused. It’s In Our Nature!
Proudly Distributed by: Columbia Industrial Supplies Inc. Victoria, B.C. 1-800-606-2295
“Bona Bits”
Application Problems When Finishing Floors
Slow Drying. Most finishes dry slowly during perioids of high humididty (over 70%) and/or temperatures below 15C. Working in totally enclosed areas keeps solvents or water contained and will cause slow drying in solvent-based finishes and slow drying plus severe grain raising in water-based finishes. Increasing heat or air circulation helps in these situations.
Fast Drying. Most finishes will dry too fast in high temperatures (over 27C) and humidity below 30% or when air flows directly across the surface. Fast drying can cause brush, roller, or applicator marks because the finishing material will not have time to flow and level. As a preventative measure, turn on air conditioning to cool the area to about 27C or less, and then turn off before finishing, Apply finish early in the day, and keep sunlight off the floor (cover windows).
Wrinkling, Alligatoring, or Blistering. These can result from bottom coats not dry enough to accept a second coat, or a top coat solvents eating into weaker or uncured bottom coats. Wrinkling will result as blisters covering a large area of the floor, while alligatoring is very heavy wrinkling resulting when the top coat not only eats into the bottom coat, but actually lifts it from the wood or the floor stain. Prevention requires that stains and seal coats penetrate and adhere, and that all coats have sufficient air circulation and time to thoroughly dry.
Orange Peeling. The finish resembles the skin of an orange, resulting from the top coat setting too fast on the surface while taking longer to cure beneath. As the bottom dries very slowly, the finish surface begins to dimple from the shrinkage. Keeping air flow off a wet surface can prevent this, but it can also be caused by a cold floor.
Bubbles and Craters. These can by caused by air, solvents, or water coming through the surface after the finish has started to set, evidence of too-fast dry time. Bubbles are caused by air or solvent passing through the film; sometimes they cause pinholes when they burst, Craters are ridges left when bubbles break, and the surface finish does not lay back down. Prevention involves adjustment of temperature and air flow, allowing sufficient drying time for solvent release.
Separation of finishes in Spots or Along Cracks. Bare spots are evident. They come from contamination (wax of oils usually) on the surface and/or in between the cracks, and this contamination makes the finish crawl away. Wiping spots with lacquer thinner and recoating is often the solution. Delamination is evidenced by coats of finish separating from each other. This can be the result of failure to abrade between coats or the presence of contaminants such as wax that were not fully removed before applying the finish.
August 2012
The Finishers’ World
Finishing is the most challenging job in the shop.
We usually work alone.
There is almost no tolerance for error.
We are always rushed.
We must understand and balance many variables.
Our finish is the last step in the shop process – and the first thing the customer sees.
We are proud of what we do.
February 2012
In January, Columbia Industrial Supplies hosted finishing seminars in both Nanaimo and Victoria. The presenter was Norm Smith, the wood finishing specialist at FP/Innovations, Canada’s leading wood products research organization. Norm’s many years of experience in the cabinet shop industry as a finisher and supervisor, combined with his down-to-earth communication skills, enable him to “connect” with the participants and to generate interaction.
The agenda ranged from the “basics” of finishing to an overview of coatings, (including an examination of waterborne technology), and a review of current finishing equipment. . Norm also made a strong case for large or small operations to develop specific and detailed documentation for each of its finishing procedures. The benefits of the resulting “SOPs” (Standard Operating Procedures) can be many; ranging from improved and consistent quality control to more effective training of new finishers.
Norm Smith can be reached by E-mail at norman.smith@fpinnovations.ca or by cell phone at (604) 828-9555.
We will continue to arrange finishing workshops, and we welcome any suggestions regarding format, location and topics of interest to you.
Columbia Industrial Supplies
Wood Finishing Seminars
“Back to the Basics“
Columbia Industrial Supplies is pleased to present two seminars featuring Norm Smith of FPInnovations, Canada’s internationally renowned wood products research organization.
Norm Smith has more than 25 years of extensive experience in wood finishing and cabinet shop management. Norm has worked as a “hands-on” sprayer for 15 years in both small and large organizations. Two years ago he joined FPInnovations as their finishing specialist for Western Canada.
In these interactive sessions, Norm will cover:
• Proper sanding procedures – and why they matter.
• Stain types and their application
• How to ensure consistent finishing quality
• Common finishing problems – causes & solutions.
September 15th 2:30 -5:00 Inn on Long Lake, Nanaimo
September 16th 2:30 -5:00 Comfort Inn, Victoria
Each seminar limited to 30 people. A registration fee of $20.00 (includes HST) must be received with your reservation to hold a place. Complimentary refreshments will be available.
Call (250) 475-2295 or (800) 606-2295 to Register
Welcome to our new website! In developing this site, our goal has been to provide a resource centre for millwork finishers, hardwood flooring contractors and floor care retailers.
Here you will find brief overviews of our main products, supported by links to manufacturers’ Technical Data Sheets. We have included links to our principal suppliers including Becker Acroma, Bona Kemi, Lorchem, Basic Coatings, Klingspor and Binks/DeVilbiss. Also, you will find references for sites of general interest.
Going forward, we will continue to develop the site by providing timely news items and technical support information.
We welcome your feedback and invite you to let us know how we can help to support your finishing needs.
John Houghton
President, Columbia Industrial Supplies Inc.