Top 3 Considerations When Designing a Paint Finishing System
Designing a paint finishing system can be complex, blending engineering with environmental compliance and production efficiency. If you’re upgrading an existing finishing system or building a new one, the right decisions early on can make a huge difference between high-quality and efficient production or costly fixes later on. Here are the top three considerations when designing your next paint finishing system.
- Product and Process Requirements
Metal, plastic, or composite materials all require unique preparation, painting, and curing methods. The type of coating you use – paint, powder, or ceramic will also determine if you need special curing methods or filtration systems. Production volume is another consideration when building a finishing system, as a high-production volume will need more automation while a small operation will focus more on custom batch processes. Taking time to review your applications, finish specifications, and workflow will ensure your system is designed for your specific operations.
- Environmental and Safety Compliance
There are strict environmental and safety standards for paint finishing systems. Agencies like the EPA, OSHA, and NFPA require specific airflow, filtration, explosion protection, and waste management. Managing overspray, airflow, and pressure within your finishing system will ensure worker safety and high-quality finishes. If you have solvent-based coatings, VOC control is also required. Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards will protect your facility, your team, and your business from costly fines or potential downtime.
- System Efficiency and Lifecycle Cost
Designing a finishing system improves your production quality but also improves efficiencies and long-term cost savings. Using energy-efficient systems with recirculating air or heat recovery can reduce your utility costs, while automation improves coating consistency and reduces material waste. Maintenance is also a key component to long-lasting equipment. Designing a system with easy access for filter changes and cleaning can save time for your preventative maintenance and extend the life of your equipment to keep operations running.
Building a new paint finishing system or integrating new components into your existing system is an investment in your productivity and quality. Careful planning at the beginning of the process can ensure your specific requirements, compliance, and efficiency goals are met. Talk to our team at Rohner to design a system built for your unique specifications to improve production.
Have questions? Please contact the Rohner team: info@rohner-usa.com
