Saturday, December 24, 2016

Why A Paint Spray Booth Is A Must In Any Manufacturing Shop

By Sandra Green


Manufacturing has a lot of steps and processes that involve automation to keep production running smoothly and efficiently. These are not only limited to assembly but also to finishing surfaces and other paint jobs that is supposed to be the last part manufacturing in an assembly line nature. Getting equipment that help on automation makes sure that the product is of top quality.

Hand painting can be done on anything but for a fine finish, spray or air brushing is recommended. This aspect of making a product may not matter so much especially with smaller scale items, but when it comes to trucks and fighter planes, you see the task as something colossal. That is how the paint spray booth became a necessity.

The matter that paint jobs can be done by hand may make the concept of spray booths a bit trivial. Looking at the matter in a large scale perspective, you are able to see the difference and importance it holds. The purpose of this structure is not to only speed up production but also protect from health and fire hazards.

The vent and exhaust system integrated in the booth suck out the overspray and debris that can damage or make the finished surface imperfect. This also prevents any harmful effects on other equipment and those who work around the shop. The many ways that the design caters to this purpose varies and have given rise to different standard designs for spray booths.

The different structures and designs that the booth can come in matters depending on the customers need for it. Before purchasing or having one made, take into consideration vehicles and items are going to be painted with it. Size is the first thing to consider, then budget and lastly the design. There are four basic types that contractors are usually asked to make.

The reason why crossdrafts are not as expensive as other types is how it does not require as much materials to make. The air an ventilation just passes horizontally from entrance to exit, which is vent that gathers the overspray that also picks up dust. While this is the cheaper option, it tends to be the one that turns out as the most ineffective among all the choices available.

The ones in most shops is the crossdraft due to how affordable it is in terms of materials needed for construction. The exhaust is located at the back end of the rectangular enclosure. This makes sure the air that passes from the main entrance crosses the object and bring with it the harmful particles and go out through the large exhaust fan. This gets the job done but may affect the finished product.

The ones where exhausts are located at the side, in relative to the object that needs to be painted are the more expensive of all four standard models . This is because there are more materials that is being used in its construction. The biggest advantage is how the overspray is being veered away from the object so it becomes unlikely that dirt and debris stick to the paint.

The last type is the downdraft. These ones involve a lot of concrete work since it may need pits or needs elevation. The construction can be hassle since ceiling height needs to be extended. There may be significant costs, but you can be assured that this has the cleanest results. Since this has ventilation from under, all debris and overspray just go down in the pit without compromising contamination to the painter regardless of where he is situated.




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