The Future of Finishing is Powder.

The Future of Finishing is Powder.

One of the classic challenges for powder coating equipment is the "Faraday cage effect," where the electrostatic field makes it difficult to coat inside corners and recessed areas. At TIMS COATING, we overcome this with a combination of advanced technology and process expertise. Our electrostatic guns have specialized modes that adjust the voltage and current to reduce the field strength, allowing the powder's airflow to carry it deep into these challenging areas. We also program our robotic applicators to attack these corners from multiple angles with precision. I have spent years perfecting these techniques, and our ability to achieve full, uniform coverage in even the most complex parts is a key differentiator of our powder coating equipment.

 

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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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What is Powder Reclamation and Why is it Important?

Powder reclamation is the process of capturing unused powder (overspray) in a spray booth and recycling it for reuse. It is the single most important feature for the economic and environmental viability of an powder coating equipment system. A high-efficiency booth from TIMS COATING uses a cyclonic separator to remove over 98% of the overspray from the air. This reclaimed powder is sieved and mixed back in with the fresh powder from the feed hopper. This closed-loop process means that unlike liquid paint where overspray is hazardous waste, powder overspray is a reusable raw material, drastically cutting material costs and waste disposal fees.

"You Can't Get a Smooth Finish with Powder Coating"

This is a common myth based on early powder coating technology. While powder coatings are excellent at creating textured finishes, modern formulations and high-performance powder coating equipment can achieve a "Class A" level of smoothness that rivals liquid paint. The key is using a very fine-milled powder, applying it with a precisely controlled electrostatic gun to create a uniform layer, and having a curing oven with excellent temperature stability. The stable heat allows the powder to melt and flow out into a perfectly smooth, glass-like surface before it cross-links and hardens. A modern system from TIMS COATING can absolutely deliver a high-gloss, smooth finish.

What are the Key Components of a Powder Coating Line?

A complete industrial powder coating equipment line has three essential zones. 1. The Pretreatment Washer: A multi-stage tunnel that cleans and applies a conversion coating to the parts. 2. The Dry-Off Oven: A low-temperature oven that ensures parts are perfectly dry before coating. 3. The Application Booth: A clean, well-lit enclosure where the powder is applied, which critically includes a powder recovery system to capture and reuse overspray. 4. The Electrostatic Guns & Feed Center: The equipment that charges and delivers the powder. 5. The Curing Oven: A high-temperature oven (typically 180-200°C) that melts and cures the powder into its final finish. A conveyor system connects all of these key powder coating equipment components.

What Causes "Orange Peel" in a Powder Coated Finish?

"Orange peel" is a textured surface defect that looks like the skin of an orange. It can be caused by several factors related to your powder coating equipment and process. One common cause is applying the powder coating too thickly. Another is improper curing; if the oven temperature is too low or the part passes through too quickly, the powder doesn't have enough time to fully melt and flow out into a smooth surface before it cures. It can also be a property of the powder formulation itself. To solve this, you need powder coating equipment with precise application controls to manage film thickness and a high-quality oven with stable, uniform heat to ensure a full, proper cure.

User Reviews

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
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The primary advantages of powder coating equipment are durability, efficiency, and environmental friendliness. The resulting finish is much tougher and more resistant to chipping, scratching, and fading than most liquid paints. The process is also highly efficient, with powder recovery systems allowing for over 98% material utilization. Finally, because powder coatings contain no solvents, they emit zero or near-zero Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).

Modern powder coating equipment uses an electrostatic process. As the dry powder exits the spray gun, it is given a positive electrical charge. The metal part to be coated is grounded (given a negative charge). This creates a strong attraction, pulling the charged powder particles to the part and causing them to adhere temporarily until the part is moved to a curing oven.

A powder recovery system is a critical part of the spray booth in a powder coating equipment line. It uses a combination of airflow and cyclonic separators or cartridge filters to capture any powder that does not adhere to the part (overspray). This captured powder is then filtered and returned to the feed hopper to be reused, making the process incredibly efficient and waste-free.

The Faraday cage effect is a challenge in powder coating where the electrostatic charge makes it difficult for the powder to penetrate into sharp inside corners or recessed areas. High-performance powder coating equipment from TIMS COATING helps overcome this with advanced guns that allow for precise control over voltage and current, and with intelligent robotic programming that uses specific angles of attack.

Yes, but it requires specific process control. After the first coat is applied and fully cured, a second coat can be applied. The process can be more challenging as the first cured layer acts as an insulator. Specialized powder coating equipment with advanced controls is often required to ensure a proper charge and adhesion for the second coat.

Just like any finishing process, the performance of the final coat depends on a clean and properly prepared surface. The powder coating equipment line must begin with a multi-stage pretreatment system, typically involving cleaning, rinsing, and a conversion coating like iron phosphate or zirconium. This ensures the surface is free of oils and has the right profile for a powerful, lasting bond.

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