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Powder coating is a finishing process in which a dry powder made of polymer resins and other additives is applied to metal substrates and other materials such as plastics, composites, carbon fiber and medium-density fiberboard. Unlike liquid paint, which is applied using an evaporating solvent, powder coating is applied using spray guns in a process called electrostatic spray deposition. The coated product is then cured (or cross-linked) under heat to form a protective layer. Once heat is applied, the materials crosslink to create a hard layer that is stronger than conventional paint. This guide provides an overview of the “basics” of powder coating for buyers of industrial ovens. It contains a series of questions and answers related to powder coating. Our objective in drafting this guide is to establish a foundation and common set of language that will facilitate further discussion with our customers and prospects. #powdercoating #plastics #materials #composites #manufacturing #industrial #heattreating #heattreatment

Not long ago, Precision Quincy designed and manufactured a batch oven for a customer that heat cleans rolls of fiberglass, which are then sold to its customers in the automotive, aerospace and marine industries. Recycled fiberglass strands from these rolls are used by manufacturers as reinforcement for components made from plastic and other materials. The customer wanted to optimize the volume of fiberglass rolls that could be loaded into a new industrial batch oven using its existing carts. The customer approached us with this objective, and we initiated a collaborative concept and design process using computational fluid dynamic (CFD) software that led to the design of an industrial oven with a Perfect Fit. In this case study, we lay out exactly how we did it. #industrial #manufacturing #industrialmanufacturing #computationalfluiddynamics #fluiddynamics #heattreating #heattreatment

We know that developing a disaster recovery (DR) plan has probably never made your to-do list. That said, the risk of disaster for manufacturing companies is always there. Disasters can be caused by fires, floods, storms, explosions, earthquakes or major power outages, to name a few. And these disasters can trigger a domino effect that can cripple every aspect of your business: from your operations, to your customer relationships and financials. This article contains our thoughts on DR with a focus on your industrial ovens. Our hope is that you file this post away and draw upon it if you are faced with scrambling to create a plan after a disaster. #disasterrecovery #industrial #industrialmanufacturing #manufacturing #heattreating #heattreatment

The decision on whether to retrofit or repair an industrial oven is always driven by a return-on-investment (ROI) analysis. ROI = Benefit (or return) on investment / cost of the investment. To calculate ROI, both costs and benefits of the retrofit and repair project need to be quantified and compared to the alternative: whether it is purchasing new equipment or continuing to operate equipment as-is. This guide contains a series of Questions and Answers intended to highlight factors that should be considered in formulating ROI. These insights have been derived from customer feedback and our experience working on these types of projects. It is our hope that these insights help to bridge the communication gap between accountants and engineers in our customer organizations when they are weighing the costs and benefits of a retrofit and repair project. This guide should be read in conjunction with Nine Common Upgrades in Retrofit and Repair Projects for Custom Industrial Ovens. Quantifying the costs and benefits of a retrofit or repair project will depend on the nature of the upgrades. #industrial #industrialoven #manufacturing #industrialmanufacturing #heattreatment #heattreating

Although there can be significant differences in design, all custom industrial ovens are bound by a common set of first-order engineering principles, and any design of an industrial oven must meet the standards promulgated by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). These principles and standards become the roadmap for any retrofit or repair project for a custom industrial oven. And our engineers have a proven track record of using this roadmap, coupled with modern design and manufacturing technology, to successfully repair and retrofit ANY BRAND of industrial ovens for any application or process. We have outlined nine common upgrades in retrofit and repair projects for custom industrial ovens. These upgrades are not mutually exclusive. Every retrofit and repair project is different and tailored to the needs of the customer and the limitations of its existing equipment. #industrial #industrialequipment #manufacturing #heattreatment #heattreating

When it comes to specifying an industrial oven many criteria should be considered. One of the most critical considerations is cycle dynamics. In this whitepaper, we will cover everything you need to know from proper oven capacity, setpoint temperature, ramp/soak profile and cool down. Simple calculations such as these along with advanced planning can help ensure the oven you specify will do the job in your process. #cycledynamics #industrial #manufacturing #industrialmanufacturing #heattreating #heattreatment

Maintaining and troubleshooting your industrial oven routinely will keep your process operating at peak production level. Knowing what to check - and when - are the means to a successful oven maintenance program. In this article, we cover the following in regards to this topic including: - Old vs New Industrial Ovens - Troubleshooting Gas-Fired Ovens - Maintaining Your Oven For Long-Term Reliability - Troubleshooting Electrically Heated Ovens - General Industrial Oven Concerns A good understanding of your industrial oven equipment plus care and maintenance is an investment in your company and its success. By understanding how your industrial oven works, you can take the steps needed to keep your product coming out the way you want it. Through implementing maintenance procedures, you can protect your reputation, improve market position, and avoid early replacement of expensive capital equipment. #industrial #industrialmachinery #maintenance #manufacturing #industrialmanufacturing #industrialmaintenance #heattreating

Whether you have a direct gas-fired furnace or an electrically heated industrial oven, understanding and following the NFPA 86 standard for ovens and furnaces can minimize the risk of a catastrophic event. In this article, you will learn: - The most important components of oven selection - Oven classifications for different types of ovens - The items that are required for each classification By following the NFPA 86 standard for oven safety, you are taking the steps necessary to protect workers, your reputation, your bottom line, insurance rates, and more. #nfpa #nfpa86 #industrial #manufacturing #heattreating #heattreatment

As a global leader in medical packaging solutions, Oliver Healthcare Packaging is meticulous about every piece of its production process. The coating process uses high-performance web drying ovens to cure the adhesive and ensure it’s well anchored to the packaging. As a result, Oliver’s industrial ovens play a critical role in production. Among the company’s most prominent products is its water-based adhesive coated packaging. So when one of their drying ovens showed early signs of corrosion, the company was quick to act. With no such thing as a ‘minor particulate issue’ in the medical industry, they wasted no time searching for a new oven to replace the old unit. After scouting the market for a replacement, Phil quickly realized it would become a large capital project. “Our drying ovens, and the drying parameters they adhere to, are key to our production process and critical in providing customers with a safe and effective product,” says Phil Kaufman, Oliver’s Global Process Engineer. Significant investment would be required. Plus, Oliver would need to mitigate against long lead times for new equipment and develop contingencies to ensure production wasn’t impacted while the oven was out of action. In addition, buying a new industrial oven would require that Oliver receive certifications and approvals from its —a process that takes up significant time and expense. Just when Phil thought buying new equipment was the only option, the site’s Plant Manager unearthed an exciting alternative for returning the industrial oven to peak performance: Retrofit, a unique offering by Precision Quincy. Get the complete case study and see how Oliver Healthcare cut capital costs by 60% with a retrofit of their industrial oven. #packaging #healthcarepackaging #industrial #manufacturing #heattreating #heattreatment #industrialovens #coatings

At Precision Quincy, we have the privilege of working with customers at the vanguard of innovation in manufacturing. We design and fabricate industrial ovens for applications that run the gamut: from working with cutting edge alloys and composite materials, to leveraging 3D printing and other additive manufacturing techniques, to utilizing the technologies underlying buzz words like Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT). We love working with innovative customers because designing, engineering, and manufacturing great products is at the core of our company culture. Innovation in manufacturing is driven by moonshot goals, and there is nothing more “moonshot” than the prospect of manufacturing in space. Our moonshot goal is to be an integral supplier to industries that manufacture in space. #manufacturing #industrial #industrialmanufacturing #heattreating #heattreatment #innovation #composites #materials #additivemanufacturing