ProFinisher Magazine: General Industrial Coatings - Q2 2018

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APRIL – JUNE 2018

GENERAL INDUSTRIAL COATINGS

QUALITY IN, QUALITY OUT

FINISHING EXPERTISE RIGHT OUT OF THE GATE

FULL SPEED AHEAD TABITHA MCLEISH Marketing Director – Powder, General Industrial Coatings

Sherwin-Williams is relentlessly focused on providing solutions that support the speed to market in today’s competitive business environment, and on delivering efficiency and productivity improvements to our customers. We do this by offering innovative products, tools, services and an expansive distribution network that help businesses get it done right – and get it done fast.

In this issue of ProFinisher, you will be introduced to a new program from Sherwin-Williams that expedites color matching for powder applicators. The Color Express™ Powder Program utilizes a digital color matching tool that compares color samples to in-stock and pre-formulated products. This allows you to find exactly what you need with a simple click of a button, along with the assurance of the highest level of product quality and reliability.

With a vast array of products available through quick ship programs coupled with flexible order quantities, Sherwin-Williams’ customers get the versatility, speed and convenience they are looking for in a coatings supplier without choosing between product availability and performance.

We stay close to our customers so that we fully understand their current and future needs and drive the continuous pursuit for technical advancement. One recent innovation, Powdura OneCure™, applies patent pending, leading-edge chemistry and curing technology to provide higher performance in edge coverage and corrosion resistance while offering significant production efficiencies that save time and money.

QUALITY IN, Priefert is one of the largest ranch and rodeo equipment manufacturers in the world, and prides itself on the durability, versatility and functionality of its products. The company has been recognized for having the highest quality equipment in the market, which can be attributed to a commitment to first-rate craftsmanship. Priefert achieves this by committing to identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies throughout its manufacturing process, allowing the company to deliver exceptional products to its customers.

We look forward to a continued partnership and doing “faster” and “better” – together!

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We provide more than coatings. Our complete product finishing solution includes over 10,000 brand-name equipment and supplies to address the entire process, from sanding to shipping. Our dedicated experts also work with a diverse group of suppliers and manufacturers to serve all of your finishing needs, including providing on-site support to help you enhance your line. Contact your General Industrial Coatings Sales Representative or visit oem.sherwin-williams.com/equipmentandsupplies to learn more.

precisely for touch-ups on the production line, offering superior color matches and quicker dry times than previous products. The business partnership provided one source for powder coatings, industrial liquid, touch-ups and supplies needs.

QUALITY OUT READY. SET. MATCH.

When Clint Wood, Sherwin-Williams General Industrial Coatings Sales Representative, first contacted Priefert, the rodeo and ranch equipment manufacturer was working with two different coatings suppliers for touch-up. Clint was eager to share how partnering with Sherwin-Williams provides a level of finishing expertise that would improve product quality, as well as increase efficiency levels of Priefert’s paint application lines.

At an onsite visit, Clint learned Priefert was running into roadblocks with its current suppliers, particularly in identifying an enhanced touch-up solution that would ensure consistent color match both on the finishing line and after delivery of products to customers for field applied touch-up. “Clint got the problem resolved immediately,” said Priefert Post Weld Manager Rick Howard. To address the issues, Sherwin-Williams created custom Ready Match Touch-Up aerosol paints with accurate, true-to-factory touch-up results for Priefert to ship to customers. Additional liquid coatings were also color matched

HANGING ON FOR PRODUCTION GAINS After the success of the new touch-up products, and consolidation of the company’s finishing supplies purchases from multiple vendors to Sherwin-Williams, Priefert reached out to Clint with another opportunity to work together. The finishing team knew there was room to paint more products on its finishing line, but they were not sure how to efficiently set up the spacing between parts to enable the powder coatings to reach all angles of the products on the line.

Clint and his team, Technical Service Representative Keith Yates and Equipment Specialist Keith Hutchinson, worked with the Sherwin-Williams design engineering team to assess the finishing line and processes. Once a finishing line audit had been conducted, the team saw an opportunity to improve the parts hanging system on Priefert’s finishing line. The Sherwin-Williams team designed a new hanging system that was then brought to life and installed

by Priefert Finish Line Supervisor Warren Grissom.

After two successful line trials, the finishing line was up and running as designed. The parts were coated using Sherwin-Williams Powdura® Super Durable TGIC and TGIC-Free Architectural Polyester Powder Coatings, which improved the final appearance and long-term exterior durability of the rodeo and ranch equipment. “The Sherwin-Williams team took our original hanger and made some spacing and angle modifications. Within a couple of months, we saw a significant increase in production and capacity,” said Warren Grissom. “Clint never leaves our facility without first asking if there is anything else he can help us with.”

With the new hanging configuration, Priefert has been able to increase throughput by an average of 40 percent across several heavy-duty gate and panel finishing lines, which apply powder coatings to the company’s largest volume products. It also allows for complete coverage of the inside parts of the gates while preventing powder from collecting too heavily on the outside surface. With the improved coverage and even application of the powder coating, testing showed an improvement in the corrosion resistance of the finish. Sherwin-Williams’ and Priefert’s shared commitment to going above and beyond to bring quality products to the customer has proven to be a winning combination.

“The Sherwin-Williams team took our original hanger and made some spacing and angle modifications.

Within a couple of months, we saw a significant increase in production and capacity.”

Warren Grissom, Finish Line Supervisor, Priefert Rodeo and Ranch Equipment

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EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES FOR A BETTER FINISH WAGNER

COLOR EXPRESS

Wagner Manual Powder Coating Unit – Sprint Airfluid XE

Sherwin-Williams Color Express™ ColorReaderPro

Corona manual gun with an air-flushed high-performance cascade Closed loop air flow control (AFC) continuously measures and corrects air pressure and volume, ensuring precise and optimal coating results ■■ Fully electronic control unit for reproducible results ■■ Saves and accesses up to 50 coating programs ■■ Diagonal position of the powder container allows almost all of the powder to be consumed from the powder box SW1013-80426

Hand-held powder coatings color matching device Returns the closest match to an in-stock Sherwin-Williams color ® ■■ Preloaded with 121 in-stock Powdura Color Card Program products and 150 in-stock RAL Powder Program products ■■ Works on its own or through a mobile app SW6510-54868

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Mirka Bulldog Gold

Mirka Deros

Mirka Mirlon Total

For finishing and heavy stock removal Aluminum oxide grain delivers a fast, long-lasting cut ■■ High strength resin bonding provides superior grain support 5” Grip Disc: 120 Grit – SW236-6086 150 Grit – SW236-6094 180 Grit – SW236-6102 220 Grit – SW236-6110 320 Grit – SW236-6144

Advanced brushless DC motor technology Features an ergonomic, symmetrical design ■■ Vacuum-ready ■■ Digitally controlled variable speeds from 4,000 – 10,000 rpm 5” – SW1002-68234 6” – SW1002-68242

Thinner and more flexible than original For fine sanding and pre-finishing steps ■■ Ideal for use on contoured surfaces Red, Very Fine 25-Pk. – SW159-7608 Gray, Ultra Fine 25-Pk. – SW159-7616

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The Sherwin-Williams Equipment and Supplies program includes over 10,000 brand-name tools at guaranteed competitive pricing. For more information and to request a quote, contact your General Industrial Coatings Sales Representative.

Trimaco General Purpose Masking Paper

General Purpose Wiping Cloths

Ideal for water-based materials such as latex, plaster and drywall texture ■■ Exceptional coverage from stains, drips and spills ■■ Use paper to mask off window and door trim to prep for painting 6 in. x 60 yd. 12-Pk. – SW406-6437 9 in. x 60 yd. 12-Pk. – SW118-2047 12 in. x 60 yd. 12-Pk. – SW406-6411 15 in. x 60 yd. 12-Pk. – SW750-8310

Low linting Suitable for staining 8 lb. Box – SW919-9423 20 lb. Box – SW919-9431

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Shurtape CP66 Professional Grade Masking Tape ®

Designed for commercial painting and construction, industrial masking, holding and packaging ■■ Good for applications where conformity to irregularly-shaped surfaces and good quick stick are required 1 in. x 60 yd. 36-Pk. – SW153-4916 1.5 in. x 60 yd. 24-Pk. – SW153-4924 2 in. x 60 yd. 18-Pk. – SW172-2297 3 in. x 60 yd. 16-Pk. – SW153-4957 ■■

3M™ Scotch Blue™ Painter’s Tape Original Multi-Use Ideal for long term masking products ■■ Premium grade – medium adhesive level 24 mm – SW821-8026 36 mm – SW965-8337 48 mm – SW821-8034 ■■

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Paint Arrestor Most popular paint arrestor in the market Progressive density design ■■ Designed to provide longevity, efficiency and economy for a wide array of applications ■■ Also available in other various size pads and blankets 20 in. x 20 in. – SW282-2963 ■■ ■■

Leaktite Plastic Ratio Containers Design incorporates both traditional measurements and mixing ratios ■■ Solvent resistant container ■■ Transparent plastic to see content level ■■ Ratio scales read horizontally ■■ Ratios marked on each column 5 Quart 50-Pk. – SW105-5524 1 Quart 50-Pk. – SW105-5508 2.5 Quart 50-Pk. – SW105-5516 ■■

SAS Raven™ Powder-Free Nitrile Gloves ®

Powder-free nitrile Superior puncture and abrasion resistance ■■ Latex-free ■■ Textured grip ■■ Beaded cuff ■■ Ambidextrous XL – SW185-8919 L – SW185-8901 ■■ ■■

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Powder Program

UTILIZING TECHNOLOGY IN POWDER FINISHING TO IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY

Business owners have had few options, aside from investing in expensive equipment, estimating the amount of color needed upon request and maintaining inventory. With advancements in technology, professional color matching tools are becoming highly accurate and more affordable.

To address this need, Sherwin-Williams is introducing the Color Express™ powder program, designed for powder coaters, who know that a fast response to color matches often wins new business.

The ColorReaderPro is a hand-held matching device that measures color with the click of a single button and returns the closest match to an in-stock Sherwin-Williams color that can be purchased at a nearby facility. This eliminates the need to send a color match to a lab and allows you to respond to your customers’ needs faster.

Incorporating technology like this will increase efficiencies and reduce the time required to attain a satisfactory match. The device is simple, self-contained and quickly calibrated. The improved color search capabilities and ability to match color faster are a win for all, especially with the ability to go from a match request to applying powder in as little as two days.

The ColorReaderPro allows professionals to match or measure color in their operations quickly. The portable device works on its own or through an app that provides enhanced features, such as color information, fan deck visualization and a simple QC Mode that all operate on a mobile device. So you can start matching on day one, the Color Express ColorReaderPro comes loaded with:

Powder finishing operations are complex, and professional finishers are constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency and speed in their operations. Adding finishing lines, bringing in additional personnel or reducing cure times are options, but these can be costly and often add complexity to operations. In addition, there is the color matching process, which in some cases can take weeks to complete.

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Powdura® Color Card Program – 121 in-stock products ■ RAL Powder Program – 150 in-stock products ■

With more than 70 facilities across North America, Sherwin-Williams has powder coatings in nearby facilities for your most urgent color match needs.

Tail Solvent Application When looking for a tail solvent to keep a product “open” to maintain a wet edge during application, more flow and leveling, or reduce solvent popping, try DBE9. It works great with solvent urethanes, most air dry systems and baking enamels.

— Mike Butler, Technical Service Representative, General Industrial Coatings

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