The manufacturer had very little space available for a drying system.
Part Discoloration
The enamel on the washing machine lids discolored if it was heated for too long a period.
Solution
Heat
Two Model 4554-A-38-12 High Density Pyropanels were mounted parallel to product flow on one side of the existing product conveyor to heat the washing machine lids after they were printed.
Back-up Reflectors
Self-cleaning ceramic reflectors were mounted opposite the High Density Pyropanels to maximize the energy from the Pyropanels.
Vertical Installation
The High Density Pyropanels and opposing reflectors were encased in an oven and installed vertically on the conveyor.
Benefits
Well-Utilized Space
By installing the encased Model 4554 High Density Pyropanels and back-up ceramic reflectors vertically on the conveyor, very little valuable floor space was required to dry the ink.
Short Drying Time
The heat applied by the High Density Pyropanels dried the ink in 15 seconds.
Consistent Quality
The short drying time did not cause the enamel to discolor and consistently produced quality washing machine lids.
Maintenance Free System
The self-cleaning back-up reflectors eliminated the need for continual maintenance of the oven walls.
Low Energy Consumption
By heating the washing machine lids from one side only, the manufacturer did not consume excessive energy.
