Why should you keep your material warm? Quick and simple: Cold material is unusable. When it’s cold it thickens and damages your equipment. The best way to prevent this is using a drum warmer or insulation/barrel jacket. Using these stocked in your building or rig will keep your material warm and ready to use and prevent costly equipment repairs and/or replacements.
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Filtering Chemical
Long ago (maybe 45 years) my old company evolved mostly into a spray foam roofing contractor from just an insulator. Because of the iso particles and small size screens, and yes, not doing a good job of sealing the iso drums. This was always a recipe for a pile of disaster. I kept shooting myself in the foot and no one would help to unload the gun.
Continue readingHaving Quality Equipment
When starting your own spray foam company, it is important to have high quality equipment from reputable manufacturers. Companies like PMC and Graco have products that are quality tested and built to last. By spending more money on quality equipment now or buying new instead of used, you can save on having to replace less quality products more frequently. Oftentimes, used equipment is less costly than new because all the parts are brand new.
When to Perform Maintenance Checks
Avoid unnecessary down time by performing maintenance checks before you start your day. It is easier to perform these checks while the system is cool and pressure free. Taking this step saves you downtime later if something was wrong.
Maintaining Your Spray Gun
Taking care of your equipment will save you in the long run. The best way to keep your gun spraying is to keep it clean, lubricated and polished. You should also always see the manufacturer’s manual for specific maintenance needs for all of your equipment.
Spray Foam Equipment Thermal Expansion Hazard
Fluids subjected to heat in confined spaces, including hoses, can create a rapid rise in pressure due to the thermal expansion. Over-pressurization can result in equipment rupture and serious injury.
Spray Gun Safety
Every gun has a safety feature. You should get in the habit of turning on the safety feature whenever you stop spraying – whether it’s to talk to someone or check your depth. It’s an often overlooked step when a new applicator is learning, but can quickly cause serious injury or damage if the spray gun releases unmanaged chemical.
Check your A Filter
I make it a habit to check my A Filter before I start every morning. To me, that’s the only way I can pressurize the machine and accurately read gauges to eliminate any problems. The reason I check the A Filter in the morning is, regardless of when the gun is cleaned the previous day, the cleaner tends to leave a layer of film on the screen.
The Importance of Spray Gun Cleaning
With over 100 years of combined experience in the spray foam industry, SprayWorks is the leading supplier of spray foam equipment. We are dedicated to making sure your business has everything you need to get started when it comes to spray foam, and to grow well into the future.
A major component of a successful spray foam business is ensuring your equipment is in tip-top condition and is ready to tackle any job. This means regular spray gun cleaning as well as maintenance on its assorted parts. By Understanding how to clean a spray gun, you’ll be able to keep it in great condition for many years to come.
Pre-greasing Gun Parts
Most new-age spray guns are equipped with a grease fitting to lubricate the gun after service. However, pre-greasing each and every par,t within the wet end of the spray gun during assembly, assures each part is properly greased – without relying solely on the zurk fitting.
