IST (Kresco) Valve and Fitting Blast Booth Installation
Valves and fittings require controlled preparation around cast surfaces, machined faces, threaded areas, flanges and masking points before liquid or powder coating. Double D Mechanical installs, relocates and services abrasive blast booths, powder coating booths, cure ovens, exhaust systems and utility connections used around IST (Kresco) equipment in component finishing areas.
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Component Handling And Masking
Small and medium valve bodies need carts, racks or fixtures that protect machined surfaces while allowing operators to reach cast pockets and flange edges. The booth layout should support masking flow, part cooling space and a clean handoff to coating.
Blast Booth Fit For Parts
Abrasive booth size should match the largest valves and fittings as well as the normal mix of smaller parts. Door openings, work height, lighting, hose routing and media recovery should allow operators to move without bumping prepared surfaces.
Powder, Paint And Cure Connections
Valve and fitting areas may combine blast preparation with powder application, liquid paint and cure ovens. Exhaust, make-up air, electrical service and heat sources need coordination so the coating area does not pull dust from preparation work.
Maintenance Around Compact Lines
Component finishing areas can become crowded with racks, carts, masking tables and inspection benches. Keep service access open for filters, reclaim components, booth lights, oven panels, fans, controls and exhaust duct cleanouts.
Frequently asked questions
What part information helps size a valve blasting area?
Largest valve dimensions, weight, fixture method, masking requirements, coating type and expected part mix help determine booth access and utility needs.
How should machined surfaces be protected?
Machined faces, threads and sealing areas should be masked or fixtured before blasting or coating, with enough bench space near the booth to do that work consistently.
Can blasting and powder coating share a room?
They should be separated by airflow, distance and workflow so abrasive dust does not contaminate powder application or curing operations.
What service points are easy to overlook?
Lighting access, filter doors, reclaim screens, media loading points, exhaust fan access and control panels are often crowded by racks or carts.
What should be ready for a site visit?
Have part size ranges, coating process details, room dimensions, utility locations, photos, exhaust path options and the intended part flow from prep to finish.