RTT Finishing Solutions equipment for furniture and fixtures
RTT Finishing Solutions, formerly Col-Met, makes paint booths, open-face booths, prep stations, paint mixing rooms and powder coating booths that can support furniture and fixture finishing. Double D Mechanical installs, relocates and services these systems with attention to part handling, clean airflow, exhaust and utility access.
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Room for shaped and staged work
Furniture and fixture work can involve cabinet parts, frames, displays, shelving, panels and mixed materials. Booth placement should account for carts, hanging methods, drying space, inspection lighting and safe movement around longer or awkward workpieces.
Air quality around finishing operations
Finish consistency depends on controlling dust, overspray and drafts near the booth opening or intake. Open-face, crossdraft and downdraft equipment each requires a different review of make-up air, exhaust routing and building pressure.
- Separate sanding and cutting dust from finish intake air when possible.
- Keep staging areas from blocking booth openings or filter banks.
- Plan exhaust routes before setting large panels or ducts.
Utility coordination for production flow
Lighting, electrical feeds, compressed air, controls and gas piping for heated equipment should be coordinated with booth assembly and surrounding trades. A paint mixing room adds another layer of ventilation and utility planning near the finishing area.
Service access after installation
A booth that fits the floor plan still needs clear access to filters, fans, lights, burners, controls and duct sections. For furniture and fixture shops with frequent product changes, maintenance space helps keep cleaning and filter replacement from interrupting daily finishing work.
Frequently asked questions
What should be measured before installing a booth for fixtures?
Measure the largest workpieces, cart paths, door swings, ceiling height, booth footprint, exhaust route, utility locations and maintenance clearances.
Why is sanding dust a concern near finishing booths?
Dust can enter intake air or settle on wet finishes. Booth location, make-up air and housekeeping access should be planned around nearby cutting or sanding operations.
Can open-face booths work for furniture components?
Open-face booths can fit many component finishing layouts, but the work size, spray pattern, airflow, exhaust route and surrounding drafts need to be reviewed for the specific shop.
What helps when planning a booth relocation?
Photos, equipment labels, panel layout, duct routing, utility locations, control details and measurements of both the current and future locations are useful.