How much will e-coat equipment cost you?
One of the most effective technologies is the electrocoat. It is very efficient because it has high transfer ability; it is also able to densely load different parts on the fabrication line and program processes. There are various variables that add up to the overall cost of an e-coat system. The cost is based on its production rate and design. If you are a potential user of the e-coat system, it is recommended that you contact electrocoat vendors as well as pretreatment vendors and discuss with them thoroughly the costing.
In the installation of a new system, what is the usual capital cost?
In the last few years, the capital equipment costs during installation of e-coat systems have been reduced due to more efficient line design strategies. However, when compared with other coating operations, the use of electrocoat systems is more capital intensive. You should not be worried about this because the return of investment is much higher using the e-coat system. Equipment vendors can enlighten you in this matter.
To run a successful electrocoat system, will you be required of a minimum annual production?
Because the electrocoat system calls for a higher cost in capital, experts recommend that customers should at least have a minimum of 5 million square feet of production yearly. If you are using much smaller systems, you can tolerate with much lower rate in production.
Can you coat using different colors?
Yes, electrocoat system have available multiple colors for your choice. Most multicolor users will use the same cure oven and pretreatment for all the colors used. However, they will use different e-coat tank and will post rinse after each color. Furthermore, the customers are given the option to use a single e-coat tank and then consequently transfer multiple colors in the tank based on the requirements of the application. The main issue that needs to be considered is the minimum threshold that has to be maintained annually.
How will e-coat protect the metal from corrosion?
When one speaks about electrocoating, the entire process of surface preparation, paint curing and coating application is part of the discussion. Electrocoating is very unique in that the method of application is heat cured. The coating is applied to the material’s surface via an electric current. The current will allow the coating to cover the rough edges and some recessed areas in the surface. The coating is then cured by heat and the material is then converted into a durable film. The steel is consequently being protected from harmful elements by the durable and hard screen.