Use appropriate protective equipment like gloves, gowns, respirators etc. depending on the materials being used. This prevents skin and respiratory exposure.

Work in a well-ventilated area and use local exhaust ventilation near powder application equipment to control airborne particles.

Powders should be properly contained and stored in their original labelled containers when not in use to avoid spills or accidental mixing.

all electrical equipment should be properly grounded to prevent static discharge and sparking during powder application and handling.

Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the powder coating work area to prevent accidental ingestion.

Properly label and dispose of any hazardous wastes like used powders, solvents or overspray according to regulations.

Follow the powder manufacturer’s safety data sheet for handling guidelines of specific powders. Some may require respiratory protection.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment like goggles to prevent dust and overspray from getting into the eyes.

In case of skin contact, promptly wash the area with soap and water. Contact a physician in case of eye contact.

Avoid powder contact with oxidizable materials and take fire prevention steps considering powder’s combustible nature.

Keep powder coating area clean and organized to prevent any trip and fall hazards.

Upfront Equipment Costs: Powder coating requires specialized booths and guns which have higher initial setup costs than conventional spray equipment. However, these are offset over time by lower material and labor costs.

Material Costs: Powder raw materials are cheaper than liquid paints on a cost-per-gallon basis. There is also very little overspray waste compared to wet spray techniques.

Labor Costs: Powder coating has simpler application processes with less prep work than painting. This translates to less labor hours needed per coated part. Curing also takes place in stationary curing ovens versus additional time for drying/curing of wet paints.

Overhead Costs: Powder booths require significantly less space than wet paint spray booths. There are no solvents used so ventilation and emissions treatment are less expensive to implement and operate.

Re-Coat Costs: Powder coated finishes are more durable and last much longer than wet paint, often doubling the time before a re-coat is needed. This saves on long term maintenance costs.

Energy Costs: Curing powders consumes 25-50% less energy than baking liquid paints due to their 100% transfer efficiency and reduced.

The metals best suited for powder coating are steel, aluminum and other alloys that can withstand the high baking temperatures required to cure the powder finish. Steel and aluminum are ideal candidates as they have good stability at elevated heat levels without adverse effects like distortion or degradation. These metals form a strong bond with the electrostatically-applied powder, resulting in a exceptionally durable, corrosion-resistant coating.

Cnclathing aims to complete most powder coating jobs within 5-7 business days from receiving parts, though more complex projects may take up to 2 weeks depending on workload. Rushing is available for urgent requests.

Yes, while Cnclathing is best suited for volume production runs, they can powder coat small custom batches as low as 10-15 pieces. A smaller minimum quantity surcharge may apply.

Cnclathing’s surface preparation services include degreasing, derusting, passivation and mechanical treatments like blasting. This ensures parts get the precise profiling needed for optimal coating adhesion and longevity.