The Finishing Touch by Superfici America

The Finishing Touch Podcast from Superfici America, hosted by Bret Johnson. In each episode, he sits down with experts in the automated finishing industry to talk coatings, dry schedules, emerging trends, and practical tips. Whether you're an industry pro or just getting started as a new operator, this podcast has something for you. We're here to share insights, answer questions, and help you stay ahead in the world of automated finishing.

The Finishing Touch by Superfici America is a arts podcast hosted by Superfici America, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Superfici America hosts The Finishing Touch by Superfici America, a arts show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  Machine Down? How On-Demand Support Gets You Back Up Fast a chat w/ Superfici America Tech Expert

  Apr 14, 202618 minS1

  <p>What do you do when your machine goes down?</p><p>In this episode of the Finishing Touch Podcast, Bret Johnson sits down with Superfici America’s in-house customer support technician, Jacob Sloop, to talk about real-world troubleshooting, machine maintenance, and the value of on-demand support.</p><p>Jacob shares what it’s like being the first call when something goes wrong, plus the most common issues he sees and how operators can prevent them before they turn into costly downtime.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p>When to troubleshoot yourself vs. when to call for helpThe most common (and pr...

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  Episode #14

  Superfici America x IMECA: Helping South Florida Shops Reach the Next Level in Finishing

  Mar 16, 202622 minS1

  <p>In this episode of the Finishing Touch Podcast, host Bret Johnson from Superfici America sits down with Jose Graibe of IMECA Lumber & Hardware and Matt Lowe of Superfici America for a conversation filmed on location in Doral, Florida.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, they explore how the partnership between Superfici America and IMECA is helping cabinet shops, millwork manufacturers, and finishing professionals overcome common production challenges and prepare for the future of automated finishing.</p><p><br></p><p>From labor shortages and production bottlenecks to the growing demand for consistent, high-quality finishes, this episode dives into how...

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  Episode #13

  Stock Smart, Stay Running: Critical Parts with Tommy Harris

  Mar 3, 202628 minS1

  <p>Keeping your automated finishing machine running starts with having the right parts, the right plan, and the right people. In this episode of the Finishing Touch Podcast, host Bret Johnson sits down with Tommy Harris, Parts & Customer Service Manager at Superfici America, to break down everything operators and maintenance teams need to know about machine maintenance, spare parts inventory, and minimizing costly downtime.</p><p>Tommy covers which critical components every finishing operation should stock on-site, why OEM parts always outperform aftermarket alternatives, and how to build a preventive maintenance schedule tailored to your machine's actual runtime. He also...

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  Episode #12

  How UV Polyester Cuts Dry Time from Days to Hours - Interview with Andrew Galgano

  Feb 17, 202619 minS1

  <p>In this episode of The Finishing Touch Podcast, we welcome Andrew Galgano of Manhattan Laminates and discuss an exciting collaboration with ISP Millwork to develop what will become the first UV finishing line on Long Island, New York.</p><p>Recorded inside the Superfici America lab in Concord, North Carolina, this episode takes you behind the scenes of a full UV finishing trial here equipment, coatings, and technical expertise came together to create a system designed to:</p><p>✔ Dramatically shorten dry and cure times✔ Increase production throughput✔ Expand product offerings✔ Deliver high-gloss polyester finishes faster✔ Help a millwork manufactur...

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  Automation, Quality, and Growth: Superfici America’s Tony McAuley on the Canadian Finishing Industry

  Dec 5, 20258 minS0

  <p>Join us for a special episode of the Finishing Touch Podcast, recorded live from the AWFS Fair in Las Vegas, Nevada! Host Bret Johnson sits down with Tony McAuley, Superfici America’s Canadian Area Sales Manager, to dive into the world of automated finishing.In this episode, Tony shares his journey from hardwood flooring to becoming a finishing expert, offering unique insights into the Canadian market and how it aligns with European trends. We discuss key challenges like labor shortages, inconsistent quality, and how automation is transforming the industry. Tony also breaks down how Superfici’s cutting-edge solutions and top...

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