A Guide to Paint Finishing Systems for the Manufacturing Industry

Paint finishing systems play a critical role in manufacturing, from producing high-quality finishes for furniture or automobiles to protecting components from rust or harsh environments. Each finishing system is unique to the product being finished, with specific industry standards based on the product or component. Here are the most common paint finishing systems used in the manufacturing industry. 

Liquid or Spray Paint Booths
Paint booths are widely used across industries such as aerospace, heavy machinery and automotive manufacturing. These systems apply water-based and solvent-based paints using different technologies like spray guns, electrostatic sprayers, or air-assisted methods. The advantages of using a paint spray booth include flexibility with different paints or colors, design allows for complex or large-shaped components, and the ability to add robotics and other automations to your process. 

Powder Coating Systems
Powder coating booths are another type of finishing system used in appliance and automotive parts manufacturing and industrial equipment. These booths are used for dry finishing processes with electrostatically charged powder that is applied and then cured with heat. These finishes are extremely durable and corrosion-resistant, as well as environmentally friendly. The finishes are also applied with minimal material waste. 

Choosing the Right Paint Finishing System for your Process
Deciding what finishing system is right for your process depends on the materials or products you are finishing, automation requirements of your facility, and the volume of your production line. Liquid and powder booths are versatile and can provide high-quality, durable products that are resistant to corrosion, environmental hazards, and water damage. You can also integrate new finishing processes into your finishing system already in place to optimize operations and increase production. Choosing the right system is critical to enhance efficiencies and ensure compliance with industry standards. 

Rohner designs and builds custom finishing systems specific to your industry and production requirements. Our engineering team can help with integration into existing systems, automation, and accessories to enhance your production and improve finishing operations. Talk to our team about your specific requirements to see how we can help. 

Have questions? Please contact the Rohner team: info@rohner-usa.com