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Controlling your powder spray cloud is crucial in your powder coating process for these key reasons:

  • Uniform Coverage – A well-controlled spray ensures even distribution of power across the surface, preventing defects like thin spots, heavy buildup, or uneven coating.
  • Transfer Efficiency – Proper control minimizes waste by directing more powder onto the part instead of into the air or on booth walls, improving material usage and reducing costs.
  • Consistent Thickness – A stable cloud helps maintain the desired thickness, which is essential for both aesthetic quality and performance (e.g., durability and corrosion resistance).
  • Minimizing Overspray and Waste – Excess powder floating around can lead to waste, contamination, and cleanup issues. Controlled spraying keeps the coating process efficient and cost-effective.
  • Better Adhesion and Electrostatic Attraction – Since powder coatings rely on electrostatic charging, a properly controlled spray ensures that particles reach the surface with the right charge and stick effectively before curing.
  • Reducing Rework and Defects – Poor cloud control can lead to issues like orange peel texture, pinholes, or inconsistent color, requiring rework, which increases labor and material costs.
  • Safety Compliance – Excess airborne powder can create respiratory hazards for workers and increase the risk of dust explosions. Controlling the spray helps maintain a safe working environment.

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Manual Gun

Our OptiFlex® Pro Manual
guns and OptiGun® automatic
powder guns offer:

  • Precision spray coverage
  • Superior powder transfer efficiency
  • Highest charging power with PowerBoost®
  • Unparalleled coating consistency
  • Comprehensive 5-year warranty

 


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Video Tutorial Series

In early 2025, Gema Powder Coating debuted a series of Video Tutorials on how to best use our OptiFlex® Pro Series of manual spray units, as well as other instructional powder coating topics. All tutorial videos are available in our library here.

 

Learn more by downloading the information we've made available in our Resource Library, or please contact us at 877.437.6771 or powdersales@gema.us.com! Gema is ready to help you Take Control of Your Cloud!

 

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