This is where the powder is applied. There are several different methods of application including:

• Manual Application - Personnel handle the paint guns inside the paint booth
• Automatic Booths with Recovery Systems - These are the systems of the future. The booth electronically senses the part as it enters, applies the paint, and recovers the paint material that misses the part. The booth then filters the reclaimed paint and introduces it back into the system at around 98% efficiency. Hartford Finishing currently employs both Nordson and Wagner Powder Booth Technologies in our paint lines.
• Fluid Bed Application - Parts are submerged into the paint. This process is used when a thicker coating is desired.

The Powder Coating Process: Masking Hanging Pre-treatment Drying Powder Application Curing Cool Down Inspection Packaging (Click on each process to learn more.)