PaIntInG
Take the Paint
Efficiency Audit
Achieve cost savings
through more eficient
fnishing operations.
By Nick StrauSS Graco Inc.
As finishing operations look to stay competitive in an increasingly global economy, it's no surprise that efficiency has become
a popular topic. Many companies are looking for effective ways
to reduce operating costs and improve profit margins.
Those interested in managing costs can make impactful
changes by auditing the efficiency of current equipment, identifying process or equipment improvements and implementing
the necessary changes.
Transfer Efficiency
When it comes to spraying parts on a paint line, efficiency
improvements can lead to material savings by producing less
waste and lower emissions of VOCs. There are many factors that
affect transfer efficiency, including:
Proper gun setup. Proper air pressure and fluid pressure
are critical for transfer efficiency. Too much air pressure will
cause turbulence in the sprayed material, causing excessive
overspray. Too much fluid pressure will cause bounce back of
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