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Atomising Paint Effectively using Nitrogen

Oltrogge & Co KG

The positive results of atomising paint with nitrogen have already been demonstrated, as the process has been used in a range of different volume production applications. Major savings can be made in particular by adjusting the process parameters to meet individual requirements. PDF-Download

Cleaning Spray Guns Quickly and Easily

Sata GmbH & Co. KG

A new and highly compact device has been developed to clean paint spray guns efficiently and carefully. The device takes its supply of cleaning agent directly from the original barrel which dispenses with the need to transfer the agent to smaller containers. PDF-Download

Perfect Tightening Control

NOF Metal Coatings Europe

A new topcoat prevents assembly problems on cataphoretic coated surfaces and exhibits good results for screw connections on aluminum or into aluminum threads. PDF-Download

High-Performance Double Diaphragm Pump in the Paint Shop

Timmer-Pneumatik GmbH

A leading automotive supplier has invested in high-performance pump technology for coating bumpers. With this investment, the company achieves a long service life for the pumps and can at the same time ensure high process reliability and energy efficiency. PDF-Download

Services for Automotive Paint Shops

Voith Industrial Services GmbH

The world of car production relies on the division of labour - and that also apples to the finishing process. Service providers support car manufacturers in improving the quality and productivity of the entire paint shop. PDF-Download

New Application System Provides Consistent Powder Output

Gema Switzerland GmbH

The key features of a newly developed pump for applying powder coatings are its compact design, high levels of cost-effectiveness, constant powder flow and low maintenance requirements. The pump has been designed specifically for users who expect a large and consistent powder output and high-quality coatings in multiple colours. PDF-Download

Saving Energy with Low-Temperature Powders

Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden

Reducing energy consumption is a topic of growing importance. The possibility of using lower curing temperatures with standard powders is very high on the wish list of many powder coating companies. IST carried out a survey of leading coating manufacturers to find out about their views on the subject and the solutions they offer. PDF-Download

Cleaning Without Spots and Discolouration

Chemische Werke Kluthe GmbH

The sensitive surfaces of components can easily be attacked by cleaning agents, which can lead to discolouration. In order to prevent this problem from occurring, a new cleaning product has been developed that can be used in any interim and final cleaning processes in the engine and gearbox manufacturing process. PDF-Download

No Restrictions on Aluminium

Werner Rentsch

A new pre-treatment technology for the automotive industry allows for a multi-metal treatment at unlimited throughput of aluminium substrates. The process allows for greater flexibility in the use of the capacity of production facilities. PDF-Download

Plasma Technology instead of Solvents

Inès A. Melamies

A leading European semitrailer manufacturer is saving at least 20 tons of chemicals a year in the pretreatment of sandwich panels for large refrigerated trailers. Instead of environmentally harmful solvents, the company uses atmospheric pressure plasma to clean and activate the surfaces. PDF-Download

Solvent Analyses and Oil Compatibility Tests

Safechem Europe GmbH

In addition to its expertise in optimising solvent cleaning processes, a new laboratory service also offers solvent analyses and oil compatibility tests to improve process reliability. PDF-Download

The Cleaning System and Tank Combination is the Key

Doris Schulz

With a portfolio of around 1,000 different parts, it is no easy task to fulfil the growing demands regarding technical surface cleanliness. In order to meet this challenge, a precision parts supplier has invested in two new custom-equipped cleaning systems and a set of versatile cleaning tanks. PDF-Download

Assuring parts cleanliness, increasing economic efficiency

Sita Messtechnik GmbH

Water based cleaning agents have optimal effects when their components are regularly monitored, carefully dosed and their concentrations are kept stable. This assures not only stable parts cleanliness but also increases the economic efficiency of cleaning processes. PDF-Download

Machines Designed for Extreme Cases

Sturm Group

High-pressure cleaning and deburring machines must produce good, reliable results. However, it is also important that they are compact, cost-effective and flexible, offer high-speed processes and functions, operate energy efficiently and can easily be integrated into existing production lines. PDF-Download

A Benchmark for Cleaning Pipes

Ralf Högel

An innovative cleaning system for copper pipes sets new standards for throughput and cleanliness. With a maximum batch weight of 4.6 tonnes, the machine can clean three batches per hour leaving minimal residual contamination. PDF-Download

Hangers and Masking Made Easy

Jürgen Emptmeyer GmbH

In order to guarantee the cost-effectiveness of the parts handling processes in paint shops, state-of-the-art solutions for hanging and masking the parts are needed. Two practical examples demonstrate the successful use of special solutions in real-life applications. PDF-Download

A Faster and More Flexible System for Painting Bumpers

Caldan Conveyor A/S

The Japanese car manufacturer Honda has invested in a new paint shop for coating vehicle bumpers. A power & free conveyor was chosen to transport the bumpers, which provides a simple and cost-effective solution to the problem of a plant operating on different levels. PDF-Download

Cleaning Steel Bridge Segments

Konrad Rump Oberflächentechnik GmbH & Co KG

The largest Russian manufacturer of steel bridges has invested in a new blasting machine to remove scale, welding residues and other contamination. As a result, the bridge components, which are up to 21 metres in length, are perfectly prepared for the next phase in the manufacturing process. PDF-Download