SPI EPOXY

JC Daniel

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Okay Guys I have a local guy wanting me to paint a sandblasted mechanics bed, He wants to know the down side to spraying epoxy in lower temps? I have already talked to him and accept no responsibility for lost products or any type of failures. He told me he understands but wants the job to move on at any cost so I am saying the job will fail and lose the product inventory along with having to re blast the job. Your input is greatly appreciated.
 
Calculate the cost for restripping and repainting, charge him for that over your original estimate plus 40% up front and use the money to build a heated paint booth. ;)
But really, I can't work with guys like that, he just wants to be able to point his finger and have you jump, no respect for your time. You'll be the one losing sleep over it for peanuts while he's at the country club. I'll bet he has soft hands stays on the cell all the time. I'd look for another job.
 
I shoot epoxy in the winter but I have a small electric heater (no flame) that I use in the booth.
Using an Infrared Thermometer I make sure the metal temperatures are at or above 70 degrees. Also, make sure the Epoxy is at that temperature as well.
I turn the heater off, shoot epoxy and then when booth clears, turn the heater back on again.
Keep the heater on for 24 hours to keep booth/metal temperature over 60 degrees.
I have done this for years with no issues.

Anything less than this the Epoxy will not cure properly.
 
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