Boost Your Throughput with Integrated Coating Equipment.

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.

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.

Choosing between powder and liquid coating equipment depends on your specific application needs. Powder coating is renowned for its exceptional durability, scratch resistance, and environmental friendliness (as it contains no VOCs). It is ideal for metal products requiring a tough, long-lasting finish in a single coat. Liquid painting, however, offers a far wider range of colors, metallic and pearlescent effects, and the ability to achieve a "Class A," mirror-like finish, which is critical in the automotive and high-end consumer goods markets. Liquid systems can also be used to coat materials that cannot withstand the heat of a powder curing oven, such as wood or plastics. TIMS engineers both types of coating equipment and can provide an unbiased expert recommendation based on your product, market, and performance requirements.

High material waste is a significant and unnecessary cost. The solution lies in upgrading to modern coating equipment designed for high transfer efficiency. For liquid paint, this means switching to high-volume, low-pressure (HVLP) or electrostatic applicators that create a soft spray and an electrical charge that wraps the paint around the part. For powder coating, it means using advanced guns that provide superior control over the powder cloud and a high-efficiency recovery system that captures and recycles nearly all overspray. A fully integrated system from TIMS addresses waste at every level, from optimized robotic spray paths to booth designs that maximize recovery, ensuring the vast majority of the coating you buy ends up on your product, not in the waste bin.