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PROFESSIONAL MANUFACTURER OF HIGH-END ENAMEL.COATING AND AUTOMATION EQUIPMENT

          TIMS Group Company was firstly founded in 2003 in Shenzhen City. It is a professional company engaged in the research and development, design, production, installation, commissioning, sales, after-sales service, and technical consulting of automated, information-based, greening energy saving and intelligent enamel spraying, high-temperature enamel firing equipment, dust-free painting, powder coating, electrophoresis and other coating equipment, logistics and conveying equipment, robot automation and other non-standard automation equipment. It is a national high-tech enterprise, vice chairman unit of China Enamel Industry Association, benchmark enterprise of China Enamel Industry Association, intellectual property demonstration enterprise of Guangdong Province, contract abiding and trustworthy enterprise of Guangdong Province, specialized, refined, special and new small and medium-sized enterprise of Guangdong Province, innovative small and medium-sized enterprise of Guangdong Province, gazelle enterprise of Dongguan City, member unit of China Household Electrical Appliances Association, and member of the Enamel Technical Committee of the National Standardization Technical Committee for Metal and Non metal Coatings.

         

 

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Pyrolytic (Self-Cleaning) vs. Standard Enamel

A pyrolytic or "self-cleaning" oven requires an extremely durable enamel that can withstand temperatures of 500°C (930°F) to burn off food soils. A standard enamel would fail under these conditions. The difference is created on the oven enamel production line. Both types use a similar process, but the pyrolytic version uses a specially formulated enamel frit with a higher temperature resistance. Furthermore, the quality control on the line must be even more stringent, as any microscopic flaw in the finish could become a failure point during the intense self-cleaning cycle. A TIMS COATING oven enamel production line has the process control required to produce high-quality pyrolytic finishes reliably.

What is the Enameling Process for an Oven Cavity?

The process performed on an oven enamel production line is a precise, multi-stage sequence. It begins with deep-drawing the steel sheet into the box shape of an oven cavity. This cavity is then loaded onto the line and enters a 1. Pretreatment section to be thoroughly cleaned and etched. 2. Ground Coat Application: A cobalt-rich base coat is applied, typically via robotic spraying. 3. Firing: The cavity is fired in a furnace at ~850°C to fuse the ground coat to the steel. 4. Cover Coat Application: After cooling, the final colored (e.g., blue or black) cover coat is applied. 5. Second Firing: The cavity is fired again to fuse the cover coat, creating the final smooth, durable surface. This complete process is automated on a TIMS COATING oven enamel production line.

What Causes Color Inconsistency in Blue/Black Oven Interiors?

Color inconsistency in oven interiors (e.g., one side looking a slightly different shade) is a quality control issue that originates on the oven enamel production line. The two primary causes are inconsistent application thickness and uneven furnace temperatures. If a robot applies a thicker layer of enamel in one area, it will fire to a deeper, darker color. Similarly, if one part of the furnace is 10 degrees hotter than another, it will also alter the final color. A TIMS COATING oven enamel production line solves this by using precisely programmed robots for absolute application consistency and by engineering our furnaces for exceptional temperature uniformity (±5°C), guaranteeing a perfect, even color throughout the entire oven cavity.

The Importance of Edge Coverage on Oven Racks and Cavities

Sharp edges and rack-support embossments inside an oven cavity are common points of failure for corrosion. A simple spray process often leaves these edges with a very thin, vulnerable layer of coating. A modern oven enamel production line solves this problem using electrostatic applicators. As the enamel is sprayed, the electrically charged particles are naturally drawn to the nearest grounded metal surface, which includes sharp edges. This "wrap-around" effect causes a thicker, more protective layer of enamel to build up on the edges. A well-engineered oven enamel production line from TIMS is designed to maximize this effect, ensuring even the most difficult areas of the cavity are fully protected.

What users say about TIMS COATING

The automatic spray painting production line has greatly improved our coating consistency. The robotic system ensures precision and saves a lot of labor costs.

David Chen

We have been running the enamel production line for over a year. It is stable, reliable, and the coating quality is excellent. Highly recommend for water heater tank manufacturing.

Michael Rodriguez

The electrophoresis production line for compressors delivers strong anti-corrosion coating and reduces rework rates. Very satisfied with both the equipment and technical support.

Sarah Johnson

This powder spraying line integrates pre-treatment and coating seamlessly. It improved our efficiency by nearly 30% and the finished shells look flawless.

Kenji Nakamura

Great investment! The automated production line not only increased our output but also helped us meet environmental standards with lower emissions and less paint waste.

Ahmed Hassan

Do you have any questions?

What type of enamel is used for an oven enamel production line?

<p>Oven cavities require a highly specialized, high-temperature porcelain enamel. An oven enamel production line typically uses a two-coat system: a cobalt-based ground coat for a powerful bond to the steel, and a cover coat specially formulated for heat resistance, chemical inertness (food safety), and specific surface properties like being easy to clean (oleophobic).</p>

How does the line ensure the finish is food-safe?

<p>The porcelain enamel applied on a TIMS COATING oven enamel production line is fundamentally food-safe. It is a form of glass that is fused to the steel, creating an inert, non-porous, and inorganic surface. It contains no VOCs and will not leach any chemicals into food, even at high temperatures, easily meeting all global food-grade standards.</p>

Can the same line handle both oven cavities and exterior panels?

<p>Yes. A well-designed oven enamel production line is engineered for flexibility. We design custom tooling and conveyor systems that can handle a variety of parts, from deep-drawn oven cavities to flat side panels or doors. The robotic application programs and furnace firing curves can be adjusted to ensure optimal results for each specific component.</p>

How is an easy-to-clean or "self-cleaning" surface achieved?

<p>The easy-to-clean property is a feature of the enamel's formulation and the quality of the application. A specialized oven enamel production line applies a very smooth, low-porosity cover coat. Some formulations are pyrolytic, meaning they can withstand the extreme heat of a self-cleaning cycle which carbonizes food soils. Others are catalytic, containing materials that help oxidize soils at normal cooking temperatures.</p>

How does an oven enamel production line prevent chipping from heat cycling?

<p>Preventing chipping is all about the quality of the bond between the enamel and the steel. A TIMS COATING oven enamel production line uses a rigorous, multi-stage pretreatment process to create a perfect surface for adhesion. The application of a dedicated ground coat is also critical. This combination creates a powerful, flexible bond that can withstand the constant expansion and contraction of the oven cavity over thousands of heating cycles.</p>

What is the average throughput of an oven enamel production line?

<p>The throughput, or jobs per hour (JPH), of an oven enamel production line is custom-engineered to the client's needs. A high-volume line for a major appliance manufacturer can be designed to produce hundreds of oven cavities per hour, while a more modest line can be designed for smaller-scale production. The entire line, from pretreatment to the furnace, is balanced to achieve the target production rate.</p>

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