Infrared Solution for Coatings
Infrared heat can reliably and quickly dry coatings on various substrates such as film, metal, paper, or wood. The result is flawless, high-quality surfaces that are durable and resistant. At the same time, the production speed of coating systems can be increased.
Flawless surfaces with long durability
New product variations and more sophisticated coating processes not only lead to changes in manufacturing and production workflows but also to increased demands on existing coating machines. As a result, the previous performance of existing drying systems is put to the test.
If your existing coating system is no longer able to meet the increased demands for quality, performance, and drying capacity, we at MICOR offer an effective and economical solution. Our shortwave IR drying systems minimize the thermal load on substrate materials while evaporating water and residual solvents, reducing dwell time in the dryer, and significantly lowering the energy required for drying.
With the help of our special shortwave infrared systems, we upgrade and modify your coating machines to meet the increased drying requirements. This way, we increase production speed, improve product quality, and save energy and costs at the same time.
MICOR represents 45 years of market and technology experience. Our products are continuously refined and utilize our unique MICOR *NIR technology, which features instant on/off capability, eliminating the need for preheating or cooling times. Our products are ATEX certified and comply with EU regulations.
Drying and heating solutions for coatings
Our infrared drying solutions are precisely tailored to your coating process in terms of power and size, and can be easily integrated into existing machines. The result is a sustainable increase in the performance, quality and efficiency of your coating processes.
Are you unsure which infrared solution is right for your application? Contact us! We offer free, no-obligation consultations.
Success stories from the coating industry
Our infrared systems are engineered specifically for your coating process and materials, and can be used as complementary drying solutions or as stand-alone systems. The result is improved performance, quality and efficiency in your coating processes.
Optimization of primer drying on a laminating and extrusion line
Problem: The production speed of the lamination and extrusion line is 170 m/min and needs to be increased without compromising product quality, such as shrinkage of the film or reduction in adhesion.
Result: The desired drying result was achieved by using a MICOR *NIR cassette in EX design with a total power of 42kW, even at 250 m/min (the maximum speed of the extrusion line), maintaining consistent adhesion.
Improve the efficiency of coating PE film with adhesive
Problem: The drying performance of the existing system for coating a PE film with adhesive was inadequate, limiting the production speed of the entire line. Additionally, the gas-fired hot air dryer caused high energy consumption, threatening the profitability of the coating line with rising energy costs.
Result: By adding infrared drying with a MICOR *NIR cassette, the production speed was increased from 80 m/min to nearly 110 m/min. In addition, the gas consumption of the hot air dryer was reduced by 20%.
Is your application or problem not listed? Please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to show you other applications or simulate real production conditions on your own system as part of our MICOR Operational Test.
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