Solvent-based paints could no longer be used due to tighter air quality standards and the manufacturer’s own concern for the environment.
Poor Quality
Water-based paint took too long to dry, causing the grain to raise on the particle board.
Solution
Heat
Two Research, Inc. Model 4554-A-38-12 High Density Pyropanels were mounted side-by-side above the product, parallel to the product flow, to dry the water-based paint.
Power Control
Two Model 664K Phase Angle SCR Power Controllers controlled the Pyropanels.
Benefits
Improved Quality
Drying the water-based paint with the Model 4554 High Density Pyropanels eliminated the raised grain on the particle board.
Decreased Costs
The manufacturer no longer had to pay for permits to use solvent-based paint.
Better Environment
The water-based paint did not have the negative impact on the environment that had been associated with the solvent-based paint.
