The Foundation of a Great Product is a Great Finish.

Industrial coating equipment can be categorized into three primary families based on the finishing material used. The first is powder coating equipment, which involves electrostatically charging a dry powder and spraying it onto a grounded part before curing it in an oven. The second is liquid coating equipment, which includes systems for spraying liquid paint, as well as dip-coating processes like electrophoresis (E-coat) for superior corrosion protection. The third is specialized equipment for materials like porcelain enamel, which requires extremely high-temperature furnaces. Each family includes essential sub-systems for pretreatment (washing/etching), application (booths, guns, robots), and curing (ovens). TIMS is an expert in designing and integrating all types of coating equipment into a complete, high-performance production line.

Coating wood and medium-density fiberboard (MDF) requires specialized coating equipment due to the material's sensitivity to heat and its porous nature. Traditional powder coating is not viable, but low-temperature UV-cured powder coating systems are an emerging, durable option. More commonly, liquid coating systems are used. A typical automated line for wood products includes sanding robots for surface preparation, a sealed spray booth with a flatline conveyor, and a curing oven that uses infrared or ultraviolet (UV) light. UV curing is particularly effective as it cures the finish in seconds without generating significant heat that could damage the substrate. TIMS designs specialized coating equipment for wood products that provides a beautiful, durable, and consistent finish while carefully controlling the heat to protect the integrity of the material.

The spray booth is the centerpiece of your powder coating equipment, and several key features separate a high-performance booth from a basic one. First, look at the material; stainless steel or advanced composite materials prevent cross-contamination and make color changes much faster. Second, evaluate the airflow and lighting; proper downdraft airflow contains the powder, while bright, color-correct lighting is essential for quality control. Third, and most critically, assess the recovery system. A high-efficiency cyclonic reclaimer from a provider like TIMS will capture and return over 98% of overspray for reuse, offering a rapid return on investment. A quality booth is an investment in efficiency, quality, and safety for your entire coating equipment line.

This is a common and costly misconception. The curing oven is a critical piece of coating equipment, and modern designs are vastly more sophisticated and efficient than older models. A basic oven is just an insulated box with a large burner, which is inefficient and often produces hot and cold spots, leading to inconsistent curing. A modern, high-performance oven from TIMS uses a combination of infrared (IR) for rapid heating and convection for uniform temperature, all managed by a smart PLC. It is heavily insulated and features advanced airflow management and heat recovery systems. This technology not only uses significantly less energy but also provides a much more precise and consistent cure, which is essential for the final hardness, adhesion, and appearance of the finish. The oven is not a commodity; it's a key piece of performance technology in your coating equipment system.