Powder Coating Rooms—Consistent Finish Quality & Fast Color Change
From high‑mix job shops to high‑volume OEM lines, GAT powder coating rooms deliver the clean, controlled environment you need for premium film build and first‑pass transfer efficiency—complete with reclaim options that slash powder spend.
Why Choose a GAT Powder Room?
Advantage | Engineering Detail | Finishing Payoff |
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Balanced Downdraft Airflow | Variable‑speed exhaust & plenum makeup | Uniform powder cloud, minimal blow‑off |
Climate Control | ±2 °F temp, ±5 % RH via DX coil & desiccant | Stable film build & cure weight year‑round |
Modular Panel System | 4‑ft tongue‑and‑groove powder‑coat steel | Bolt‑together install & future re‑use |
<10‑Minute Color Change | Roll‑out collector module & quick‑disconnect guns | More colors per shift, less downtime |
Energy‑Efficient Fan Packages | VFD‑driven AMCA fans, MERV‑11 pre‑filter stage | Up to 30 % kWh savings |
NFPA 33 Compliance | Interlocked doors, hinges, explosion relief panels | Insurance‑ready out of the crate |
Features & Benefits
- 3×4 operator viewing window
- Automatic roll-up doors
- 3” eps core 20-gauge rated R17 wall panels
- LED fixtures
- Single or double man doors with windows
- Unitary or Split AC environment
- Provides for great “plant tour” visuals
- Easy for powder supply and maintenance
- Modular design and energy efficient
- Virtually no maintenance
- Ease of personnel access
- Humidity reduction and temperature control
Performance Metrics Proven in the Field
- 98 % powder containment—tested per ASTM E2342.
- <10‑min full color change on PR‑RC with auto purge & quick‑lock collectors.
- Up to 35 % powder savings vs. non‑reclaim manual booths.
Seamless Line Integration
GAT powder rooms bolt directly to our enclosed‑track or power‑and‑free conveyors, polypropylene washers and process ovens for a turnkey finishing solution—with single‑source responsibility from CAD to commissioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I retrofit a GAT room to my existing conveyor?
Yes—custom pass‑through openings and vestibules attach to most ET or I‑Beam tracks.
Do you supply spray guns and control packages?
We integrate Nordson®, Gema® or Wagner® systems—your choice.
How often do filters need changing?
Cartridge filters average 2,000 booth hours; ΔP alarms prompt change‑out.