{"id":5177,"date":"2024-02-13T16:03:31","date_gmt":"2024-02-13T22:03:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rwconveyor.com\/?p=5177"},"modified":"2024-03-04T09:35:26","modified_gmt":"2024-03-04T15:35:26","slug":"how-richards-wilcox-conveyor-is-transforming-the-paint-finishing-industry-with-robotic-integrations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rwconveyor.com\/how-richards-wilcox-conveyor-is-transforming-the-paint-finishing-industry-with-robotic-integrations\/","title":{"rendered":"How Richards-Wilcox Conveyor is Transforming the Paint Finishing Industry with Robotic Integrations"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Paint finishing involves the final steps to achieve the desired aesthetic or protective qualities of a painted surface. Optimized paint application is necessary for various automotive, aerospace, furniture, or appliance manufacturing products, ensuring desired quality and performance.<\/p>\r\n

The paint finishing system you choose<\/span><\/a><\/strong> will depend on circumstantial factors such as the available space and the complexity of the process. Regardless, time and cost efficiency are important considerations to boost the bottom line and streamline production \u2014 and that\u2019s where robotics integrations come in.<\/p>\r\n

At Richards-Wilcox Conveyor, we believe that machines and robotics work best together. That\u2019s why we offer the latest robotics and finishing systems advancements, ensuring precision, efficiency, and safety. To help you get started, we\u2019ve compiled this guide covering Industry 4.0, the paint and finishing industry history, and how our engineering expertise can transform your paint-finishing process.<\/p>\r\n

Discover Industry 4.0<\/h2>\r\n

Technology is rapidly evolving, offering benefits for the manufacturing and processing industries. From improving efficiency and precision to streamlining processes through automation, technology offers the potential to increase productivity and quality while reducing costs and time-to-market.<\/p>\r\n

However, technological capabilities and robotic solutions must be paired with a machine that complements the development.<\/p>\r\n

Industry 4.0 represents the fourth industrial revolution and the integration of advanced technologies into manufacturing processes, contributing to the development of smart factories. Technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) work harmoniously with machines to achieve production goals with efficiency and precision.<\/p>\r\n

At Richard-Wilcox Conveyor, we build conveyor systems that have adapted to robotic advancements, maximizing the results of your operation. Robotic integration<\/span><\/strong><\/a> is at the heart of our smart conveyors, which optimize workflows, minimize downtime, and help businesses adapt to shifting demands.<\/p>\r\n

Paint and Finishing Industry History\u00a0 \u2013 Changes and Safety Concerns<\/h2>\r\n

The paint and finishing industry has experienced significant evolution over the years. Leaders have embraced advanced technologies as they emerge and reap the benefits. Each change contributes to improving product quality, environmental sustainability, and efficiency of processes, ultimately leading to streamlined robotic finishing systems.<\/p>\r\n

The Issue of Using Liquid Paint<\/h3>\r\n

Before the 1990s, liquid paint was the go-to option for the finishing industry. The safety risks and environmental concerns were largely unexplored (or ignored). For example, approximately 75% of liquid paint<\/span><\/a><\/strong> waste went into landfills in 1996, contributing to environmental damage. This figure had decreased dramatically to 8% in 2013, but other issues should be considered.<\/p>\r\n

Gradually, the widespread use of liquid paint raised concerns over safety and emissions. For example, solvent-based liquid paints contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are a health risk to workers and contribute to air pollution.<\/p>\r\n

The Switch to Powder Paint<\/h3>\r\n

Environmental concerns and regulatory requirements drove the paint finishing industry to swap liquid paint for powder paint. Powder paint offers significant benefits over liquid paint, including the following:<\/p>\r\n