Improving Quality and Reducing Maintenance

Integrated Approach Reduces Production Costs

Michael Topp

A new coating center combines powder preparation, feeding, dosing and color change in a closed, fully automated system. This integrated approach leads to increased productivity with consistently high quality and, for the first time, enables the configuration of a fully automated powder coating system. PDF-Download

Quality Control during the Coating Process

Nordson Deutschland GmbH

A new LED kit directs a powerful beam of LED light from the manual coating gun onto the surface being coated. This makes applying an even coating easier even in a poorly lit working environment and allows the quality of the surface to be inspected during the application process. PDF-Download

Flexible Coating Process for Alloy Wheels

Rippert Anlagentechnik GmbH & Co. KG

A new paint shop for wheels at SuperAlloy Manufaktur allows for a flexible and efficient coating process. The flexibility of the system is the result of the wheel database, which contains all the information and masking instructions for the wheels and all the process and target data. PDF-Download

Coating Chassis Parts Correctly

Dörken MKS Systeme GmbH & Co. KG

The high quality of the protective zinc flake coatings on chassis parts is the result of a carefully monitored process that is specially designed for the parts in question. Components with complex shapes can also be reliably coated using a range of different application methods. PDF-Download

Skidless Paint Shop Conveyor

Eisenmann Anlagenbau GmbH & Co. KG

An innovative, integrated paint shop concept for automotive finishing is intelligent, flexible and skidless. At the heart of the concept is a new conveyor without skids that allows for greater flexibility and reduces investment costs. PDF-Download

Seventh Axis for Improved Mobility

Dürr Systems AG

In a new modern paint shop in the Chinese city of Chongqing, electric cars will soon be painted by flexible seven-axis robots. The additional axis increases the mobility of the robots and reduces investment and maintenance costs. PDF-Download

Accurate Application and the Right Solution for a Variety of Paint Tasks

Sata GmbH & Co. KG

The nozzle system of a new spray gun enables users to choose between two different spray fan shapes depending on their requirements. Both spray variants provide improved paint distribution and reductions in paint usage. PDF-Download

Ultra-High Solid Industrial Corrosion Protection

Ingo Wolf

One-coat paints with an ultra-high solid content are an environmentally friendly alternative to multi-coat systems. For certain applications and in certain conditions, they lead to time and cost savings and productivity increases, while maintaining a high standard of quality. PDF-Download

A Journey Inside a Blasting Machine

Rump Strahlanlagen

Virtual reality opens up new opportunities for manufacturers and operators to plan and design machines. Using VR simulations, blasting machines can be made accessible in a virtual world. This enables the functions of the machines to be more easily understood and gives a realistic impression of their size. PDF-Download

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Inline Blasting of Cast Parts

Rösler Oberflächentechnik GmbH

EA continuous-feed hanger-type blast machine enables a Russian manufacturer of mining equipment to de-core and blast cast components made from different materials during the production process. The benefits include a very cost-effective and flexible process and high levels of machine availability. PDF-Download

New Ideas for Anodising Aluminium

Oliver Katschmarek

A thorough examination of the "standard" processes for anodising aluminium highlights new ways of reducing costs while maintaining the same high level of quality. The focus is on cutting the time needed for the anodising and sealing phases. PDF-Download

High Standards of Cleanliness for Specialist Parts

Markus Mitschele

Cleanliness is the top priority for parts used in medical products. A compact twin-tank machine has proved to be the ideal solution for cleaning complex dental equipment components with modified alcohol. The vacuum process produces consistently good cleaning results. PDF-Download

Painting Process Three Times as Fast

Teknos A/S

Until now three coats of paint were needed to repair damage to the leading edge of rotor blades. A new high solid paint makes it possible to repair blades with only one coat. PDF-Download

Cleaning Plastic Parts with Steam

Ecoclean GmbH

The number of plastic parts that are being painted is constantly growing. At the same time, improvements in the quality and cost-effectiveness of the painting process are also being called for. The cleaning of the parts plays an important role in this respect. A specially designed steam cleaning system operates without the use of chemicals. To achieve the best possible results, the proportion of liquid in the hot steam is adjusted carefully to suit the cleaning task and the type of contamination. PDF-Download

Planning Cleaning Processes Methodically and On Schedule

Walter Mück

The process of planning cleaning solutions is complex and often involves the cooperation of several different departments. The methodology employed by the project manager will determine the success of the project and the reliability of the cleaning process. PDF-Download

An Easy Introduction to In-House Coating Removal

Gabriele Rabold

A modular system allows coating removal machines to be adapted to individual users' requirements and modules to be added to existing machines. The reliable technology, easy operation and affordable costs make in-house coating removal a feasible prospect. PDF-Download

Cleaning prevents plant downtime

Brige GmbH

Using the wrong lubricant can cause conveyor chain bearings to resinify prematurely. In order to avert imminent plant downtime, a coating company affected by this problem availed of technical cleaning services for its conveyor system. PDF-Download

Hybrid Powders: Scratch Resistance and Good Flow

IGP Pulvertechnik AG

Modern hybrid powder coatings produce a finish that is highly resistant to scratching. A new product combines this tough surface with good levelling properties and efficient processing. PDF-Download