Placing a bid is a slippery slope; bid too high and you price yourself out of reach, bid too low and leave yourself vulnerable in the event of a mishap which all too often leads to cutting corners, delays and having to go back to the client asking for more money. While word of mouth is such an effective tool in residential work, accuracy is as critical to longevity as the profits that sustain your business.
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Product Review: Graco T3 Transfer Pump
The Graco T3 Transfer Pump is the newest Transfer Pump from Graco, Inc. This quiet 3:1 pump can accommodate low ceiling heights at only 50.3″ and low weight at only 22 lbs.
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Florida Senior, Erich Periman, Selected for Chemical Science Scholarship
Canton, OH – March 6, 2019 – SprayWorks is proud to announce the winner of the first annual James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship, Florida native Erich Periman. The scholarship is named after SprayWorks Equipment Group owner, James Davidson.
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How to Set Up and Operate your Barrel Blazer 55 Gallon Drum Heater
In this YouTube video tutorial, our latest Fix-It Friday shows you how to set up and operate your Barrel Blazer drum heater. Barrel Blazers are an ideal solution for a 55 gallon drum heater.
Continue readingNew Spray Robot Revolutionizes Coatings & SPF
Precision Material Application Becomes Possible with Coaterbot
Canton, OH – February 5, 2019 – SprayWorks Equipment Group is proud to announce its new invention, the Coaterbot. Created by long-time Polyurethanes equipment inventor and founder of a 4th generation company – 
James Davidson created the Coaterbot to cover a broader spectrum of material applications.
How to Handle Spray Foam Insulation Barrel Sets
Two component spray foam systems, for sprayed in place or spray on polyurethane foam insulation blends, are primarily packaged in steel 55 gallon barrels and distributed by their weight in volume as a paired set. A Paired Set is two barrels consisting of one “A” side (Activator/Isocyanate) and one “R” side (Resin/Polyol) ranging in a combined liquid weight from 970 lbs. to 1050 lbs. It should be noted that in many instances the components are referred to as “A” and “B”, respectively. In general the spray foam systems are produced having at minimum six months shelf-life within the original unopened barrel. Stored between 60 and 75 degree F (15 – 24C), do not require additives, B sides may require mixing and/or continual agitation.
Continue readingHow to Choose a Spray Foam Rig: a Brief Guide for 2019
Selecting a spray foam rig requires care and accuracy. Plus, when you invest in the right equipment, you get to enjoy an efficient and durable trailer which improves your overall business productivity.
In this post, you’ll learn how to choose the best spray foam rig for you. We carefully describe the vital steps you should pay attention to before buying your foam rigs.
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Spray Guns Worth Mentioning
An essential part of Polyurethane application is having the right gun. In this article, we review the top seven types of Polyurethane applications, which gun is best, and why you should consider them for your next project.
Roof & Wall Insulation
Virtually any spray gun will work great for roofing and wall insulation. The Graco Fusion line is a popular choice, along with the PMC Air Purge line. Click here for more options.
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Fix-It Friday! Attaching a PMC Coupling Block to your Hose
In this episode of Fix-It Friday! – the Coupling Block is explained with tips on how to hook up your coupling block to your PMC hose.
PMC’s Universal Coupling Block is designed for the AP1, AP2, AP3, APEX, and PX7 spray guns – as well as the GX7 spray gun. When taken out of the box, your Coupling Block will include plugs and fittings. The larger of the two fittings is intended to connect with the Resin side of your hose. The smaller of the two fittings is intended to connect with the Iso side of your hose.
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Fix-It Friday! How to Rebuild the Manual Valve
In this episode of Fix-It Friday! – we discuss how to rebuild the Manual Valve on your Coupling Block. PMC’s Coupling Block features rebuildable valves, which allow you to better maintenance your block.
