Trade paints are used in a wide variety of applications from house paints to prepackaged spray enamels. Trade paints are typically defined as coatings that are applied “on-site” in ambient conditions. The paints have a wide variety of quality specifications.

System

The system schematic diagram below outlines general processes, showing various raw materials mixed together through milling and a thinning step to produce paint. Key filtration points and products are identified in the table below.

Problem

Manfacturing of trade paints is typically a batch process where the paint is often recirculated through a filter until the product quality specification is met. Manufacturers often experience:

• Poor equipment utilization due to unnecessary and frequent paint re-circulation
• Operator exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
• Unacceptable product quality
• Excessive filtration costs due to short filter life, high disposal costs, and excessive inventory

Products Suitable For Industrial Painting & Coating Filtration Application