Traditionally, removing coatings was accomplished using sandpaper or a compound. This takes unwanted time and labor to accomplish the task. The FLEX-HONE® automates this manual process quickly and easily.
PAINTING & OVERSPRAY REMOVAL
YOUR FINISHING PROCESS JUST GOT EASIER
Overview
In the metalworking sector, maintaining optimal surface quality is essential for ensuring the performance, appearance, and operational lifetime of metal parts and components. Paint and overspray removal is a critical step in various applications where surface finish integrity is a top priority. Overspray can create uneven surfaces, interfere with secondary coatings, reduce corrosion resistance, and impact part functionality, especially in precision components.
Effective stripping of paint and overspray also improves the efficiency of surface finishing operations, such as polishing, deburring, and coating. Wire brushing, abrasive blasting, the use of special abrasive brushes or FLEX-HONE® tools all can be employed to establish clean, consistent surfaces without removing base material. This ensures that subsequent coatings, platings, or bonding operations are applied to properly conditioned surfaces—a critical part of a metalworking operation for maximum product durability and quality control.
Paint and Overspray Removal Just Got Easier
Common Applications
- Fabrication and Welding: Before welding or applying final coatings, removing paint and overspray ensures clean surfaces for better adhesion, reduced contamination, and strong weld integrity.
- Automotive & Aerospace Refurbishment: Stripping paint from panels, frames, and precision components is vital during maintenance or restoration to prevent weight imbalance, ensure aerodynamic integrity, and allow for accurate re-coating.
- Tool and Die Maintenance: Removing coatings from tools and dies helps maintain dimensional accuracy, surface tolerance, and prolongs tool life.
- Industrial Equipment Recoating: In heavy machinery and industrial equipment, removing worn or improperly applied paint ensures that new protective coatings adhere properly and extend equipment lifespan.
- Manufacturing Quality Control: In production lines, excess paint or coating buildup must be removed from fixtures, parts, or jigs to maintain consistent part tolerances and appearance.
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Learn how the FLEX-HONE® removed paint and coating from a cylinder with minimal dimensional change!
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FLEX-HONE® Resource Guide
The FLEX-HONE® Resource Guide teaches you how to select the right tool for your application. Have you ever had questions about tool diameter, grit selection, abrasive type or recommended RPMs? We go over all of this and more.
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