Commercial Architectural Lighting
Problem
After one thousand hours of continual use, UV degradation caused “yellowing” finish on recessed lighting fixtures.
Solution
A high reflective, low gloss coating which was easy to clean, yielding a minimal color shift after several thousand hours of continual use.
Commercial Architectural Lighting
Problem
Linear lighting fixtures comprised of steel and aluminum had inconsistent final finishes, caused by raw material variations and fabrication processes.
Solution
Textured and smooth coatings, available in easy clean, durable and high fashion colors, were applied at cost-effective rates.
Heat Exchangers In Military Vehicles
Problem
A standard cure powder used on heat exchanger cores for military vehicles would not meet the requirements causing loss of performance properties, as well as flaking and chipping when used in the field.
Solution
Patriot’s high heat powder applied instead. Powder maintains performance properties, holding up in the heat of battle.
Electronics and Electrical Enclosures
Problem
Coatings on enclosures, cabinets and components suffered damage during assembly operations that resulted in slow production and increased need for rework.
Solution
Textured and smooth coatings with superior adhesion, impact resistance, and lubricity were used, which eliminated chipping and scratching problems during assembly while allowing for normal production rates.
General Metal Fabrication
Problem
Rods, tubes, posts and similar items could not be coated and cured within the Customer’s stringent time/temperature parameters. Powder had to be applied to a pre-heated part, then cured for a few seconds without additional heating, and finally quenched in cold water to conform to the desired line speed and space constraints.
Solution
A unique, catalyzed coating that exceeded the process parameters, achieved full cure with 90%less energy, and allowed the Customer to achieve a 10% increase in productivity due to increased line speed. As an added benefit, Patriot Powder Coatings did not clog the Customers dual collector filters.
