The existing method of using heat guns was producing a poor quality cure of the epoxy and the parts were not bonding to the doors.
Excessive Rework
The manufacturer had to rework an excessive number of doors to attach the parts a second time.
Limited Production Output
The heat guns were taking too long to cure the epoxy. This, combined with the amount of rework required, was limiting production output.
Solution
Heat
A Model 4185-25 Infrared Strip Heater was used to apply heat to cure the epoxy between the PVC parts and door interiors.
Instant On/Off
The Infrared Strip Heater heated up and cooled down instantly.
Benefits
Improved Quality
The Infrared Strip Heater applied heat evenly to the epoxy and increased the quality of the bond between the PVC parts and the PVC door interiors.
Reduced Rework
With the Infrared Strip Heater, the manufacturer was able to reduce the amount of rework required by 80 percent.
Increased Production Output
The Infrared Strip Heater cured the epoxy more quickly than the heat guns had. Combined with the reduced amount of rework required, this time savings increased the manufacturer’s production output.
Responsive Heat Source
The instant on/off capability of the Infrared Strip Heater enabled the manufacturer to operate it only when required to cure the epoxy.
