Coil coating paints metal in sheet form for superior, durable results in much less time. However, any shift in color or gloss on a fast-moving production line can quickly create a lot of waste. An inline color control solution can monitor color quality and ensure consistency in real time to avoid costly rework.
Each step of the coil coating process is critical to producing superior results, however the process itself can affect color quality and consistency.
An inline color control solution helps coil coaters ensure powder coating color stays within tolerance from color specification through final QC on the coil coating line. In the lab, a benchtop spectrophotometer and software are used to define the color standard. During production, non-contact spectrophotometers fitted on a custom traversing beam continually measure color and gloss on hot, glossy, matte, grained, uneven, and embossed surfaces at a safe distance from the coil to avoid damaging the product or device, even under the most severe conditions. The inline spectrophotometers take continuous measurements with a high degree of accuracy to identify if temperature fluctuations during production will impact color and correct measurements with thermochromism control. If a color tolerance is exceeded, operators are alerted so corrections can be made immediately. To ensure the integrity of the program and identify areas of improvement, color quality records are documented according to accepted international standards.
An inline coil coating color control system offers fast ROI, usually within 6 months.
Ideal for measuring color on large surfaces on a modern coating line, this non-contact benchtop and inline spectrophotometer has a 30mm aperture, wavelength interval of 330 nm to 730 nm, and optical resolution of 1 nm. It offers excellent inter-instrument agreement and monitors dirt and temperature to identify thermochromaticity. Built for use in harsh production environments, it is durable and offers excellent short- and long-term stability.
A non-contact inline gloss meter that provides the gloss value directly at the top coating for coil coating production environments. Its modular design offers maximum flexibility for use with other inline color measurement components, including the ERX 145 for color measurement and ESWin software for quality control and tracking.
A customizable quality control software solution that works with ColorXRA Lab to make pass/fail decisions for high visibility safety apparel. It presents measurement results in an easy-to-interpret graphic display as well as printed reports for proof of compliance.
A customized aluminum frame that can be built to fit any production line and mount the inline spectrophotometer above the web for continuous non-contact measurements from left to center to right.
An inline color control solution from X-Rite helps coil coaters monitor color quality and consistency in real time for less waste and rework, resulting in a quick ROI and continuous color quality improvement.