Monday, January 30, 2006

LMM-6000 Aerosol Can - Problems with Spray Valve


The LMM-6000 Aerosol Can package has in the past been known to clog or spit during normal usage. These issues were related to the material settling in the bottom of the can. The settled material could be sucked into the nozzle and valve system of the can, as seen to the right, causing a clog. The LMM-6000 Aerosol Can has been reformulated to correct this issue, and the settling has been largely eliminated.

Some users may still experience clogging of the LMM-6000 can. Our testing has determined that this may be due to a problem with the valve used on the can. The gasket in the valve may not completely seal, causing leakage to occur. If it occurs, the leakage can be seen under the nozzle, in the metal cup, as seen at below right. The gasket problem can cause clogging and leaking of the can.

To help prevent this condition, we recommend a thorough cleaning of the nozzle and valve after each use of the can. The nozzle should be removed from the can and cleaned with warm water. The can valve should also be cleaned well with warm water to remove all traces of LMM-6000 material. Spinning the nozzle slightly while removing and inserting into the can valve will also help loosen any dried material that could cause clogging. Keeping the valve and nozzle system clean should allow continued use of the LMM-6000 Aerosol Can.





Additional Information

Questions about properties of this product, application techniques or laser settings can be directed to:

Dave Smith (724) 250-5503
Marketing Manager

Sean Weir (724) 229-5161
R&D and Technical Service

Wanda McDowell (800) 245-4951, ext. 5167
Customer Service - Orders

Tuesday, January 10, 2006

CerMark to Exhibit at the ARA Show in Las Vegas


Ferro Corporation will be exhibiting at the ARA Show in Las Vegas on March 2nd through March 4th, 2006. The Awards and Recognition Association (ARA) is a membership organization of 4,000 companies dedicated to increasing the professionalism of recognition specialists and advancing the awards and engraving industry. We will have an exhibit space displaying metal, glass and ceramic objects laser marked using CerMark Laser Marking Materials. Dave and I will be available during the show to answer your questions about using our products, the applications of our products, and to give you pointers on obtaining the best results with the marking materials. We will also be planning on giving a 20 minute "Quick Tip" seminar on the show floor that will demonstrate the use of our products. If you are a professional working in the awards and engraving industry, this is a show you need to attend. Hope to see you there!

Mr. Science

To learn more about the ARA, or to download the show brochure, visit www.ara.org