Stat-Gun / Why did it take so long to get it here?
What is Static?
Static is the invisible enemy of the perfect paint finish! You may be surprised to learn how many every day, profit draining problems static causes.
Why is it a problem?
Most people appreciate that static charge is a major cause of paint film contamination, however all these other problems can also be caused by static: Non-consistent laydown of metallic, blending/colour matching problems, un-even application of material, dark edges, and patchiness.
Even the best painters in the cleanest booths can't escape the problems which static can cause. Static rarely causes problems which cannot be fixed, however the problems must be overcome using extra time and materials, which in turn decrease productivity
Where does it come from?
Many everyday processes within a bodyshop can cause static build-up, including sanding, panel wiping, tacking, blowing off, masking and even the application of materials. The final preparation process of tacking is one of the highest generators of static electricity. All these procedures incorporate some type of contact and separation with the panel, whether it is physical contact or air contact.
How can I remove it?
The only way to remove static effectively throughout the painting process is to use ionised air. As the static forms in positive and negative charge, the positive and negative ions produced from the Stat-Gun neutralise the charge (positive neutralises negative & vice versa).
By using the Stat-Gun on every job, between every coat you can reduce the following
Several Comments from satisfied Customers here in the Emirates are as follows:
How to build a supercar – use a Stat Gun
On the BBC’s recent documentary about building a McLaren supercar, Static Solutions’ Stat Gun featured as one of the key tools in the process.
The featured item was a complete surprise to Static Solutions who are clearly delighted at the appearance of their product on national television.
The bright orange anti-static gun is hard to miss, and appears in the hands of Alan Dean, paint team. Whilst the inclusion is brief, the national coverage has given a boost to the Static Solutions team, who have since acquired the BBC clip for their website.
Claire Cleland, Static Solutions, said, ‘We had no prior knowledge it was due to appear as part of such a fantastic programme, highlighting a truly beneficial piece of equipment.’
The programme granted access to one of the country's most secretive companies, and showed how Formula One racing team McLaren is now building a road car using some of their F1 technology. The level of detail was extraordinary, a true insight into a prestigious company.
The Static Solution – Anti Static Gun has been positively received and the feedback from customers here in the UAE has been very good.
Several UAE Main Dealers are already using the Static gun supplied by Al Mazroui Paints Division.
Do you want a supercar? Get in touch with us now!
Static is the invisible enemy of the perfect paint finish! You may be surprised to learn how many every day, profit draining problems static causes.
Why is it a problem?
Most people appreciate that static charge is a major cause of paint film contamination, however all these other problems can also be caused by static: Non-consistent laydown of metallic, blending/colour matching problems, un-even application of material, dark edges, and patchiness.
Even the best painters in the cleanest booths can't escape the problems which static can cause. Static rarely causes problems which cannot be fixed, however the problems must be overcome using extra time and materials, which in turn decrease productivity
Where does it come from?
Many everyday processes within a bodyshop can cause static build-up, including sanding, panel wiping, tacking, blowing off, masking and even the application of materials. The final preparation process of tacking is one of the highest generators of static electricity. All these procedures incorporate some type of contact and separation with the panel, whether it is physical contact or air contact.
How can I remove it?
The only way to remove static effectively throughout the painting process is to use ionised air. As the static forms in positive and negative charge, the positive and negative ions produced from the Stat-Gun neutralise the charge (positive neutralises negative & vice versa).
By using the Stat-Gun on every job, between every coat you can reduce the following
- Dust and dirt inclusions
- Halo’s
- Dark edges
- Blending issues
- Colour matching issues
- Patchiness
- Uneven application (e.g. tack rag marks)
- Runs / Sinkage
- Amount of material used
- Plus
- Improve metallic laydown
- Increase throughput
- Increase profitability by reducing turnaround times/reworks/material used
- Increase job satisfaction by achieving a perfect finish first time, every time
- Specifically designed for use within a bodyshop the new state of the art is;
- Cordless
- Battery Operated (Non-Radioactive)
- Quick and easy to use
- Fully ATEX approved for use in Class 1 Flammable environments
- Laser guided
Several Comments from satisfied Customers here in the Emirates are as follows:
- Great product I love it from the time we have started using the static gun properly it has cut our polishing time close to 45 %.
- As far as information we gather from our painters it had a good result of dust free static outcome. It is recommendable to use as less air borne dust contaminant for painting process.
- Just one question why did it take so long to get it here.
- Thanks for the demonstration of the Anti-Static Gun at our workshop. We observed that the Anti-Static Gun is a productivity / quality improvement tool on the following aspects:
- Considerable reduction of dust / seeds on the painted surface: - We observed that there is a 50% reduction of dust / seeds on the painted surface which is more prominent on the plastic panels.
- Inconspicuous metallic base coat on blended panels: - We observed that the laying of metallic pigments on the fade-out area is smooth without mottling making the blended panels totally inconspicuous.
How to build a supercar – use a Stat Gun
On the BBC’s recent documentary about building a McLaren supercar, Static Solutions’ Stat Gun featured as one of the key tools in the process.
The featured item was a complete surprise to Static Solutions who are clearly delighted at the appearance of their product on national television.
The bright orange anti-static gun is hard to miss, and appears in the hands of Alan Dean, paint team. Whilst the inclusion is brief, the national coverage has given a boost to the Static Solutions team, who have since acquired the BBC clip for their website.
Claire Cleland, Static Solutions, said, ‘We had no prior knowledge it was due to appear as part of such a fantastic programme, highlighting a truly beneficial piece of equipment.’
The programme granted access to one of the country's most secretive companies, and showed how Formula One racing team McLaren is now building a road car using some of their F1 technology. The level of detail was extraordinary, a true insight into a prestigious company.
The Static Solution – Anti Static Gun has been positively received and the feedback from customers here in the UAE has been very good.
Several UAE Main Dealers are already using the Static gun supplied by Al Mazroui Paints Division.
Do you want a supercar? Get in touch with us now!
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