FLOOR MARKING GUIDE A GUIDE TO MARKING YOUR FACILITY’S FLOORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH OSHA REGULATIONS OSHA regulations require that permanent aisles and passageways must be marked appropriately and in a consistent manner plant-wide. (OSHA Standard 1910.22) REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS One of the top OSHA violations is “Walking/Work Surface Violations” with an average fine of $1,632 […]
Advantages of Permanent Painted Lines over Tape Lines Installing lines on the floors of factories and warehouses seems inevitable: traffic must be directed, pedestrians need safe walkways, there are hazards to identify and organizational systems must be marked. Some factories resort to installing less expensive tape lines thinking they are saving money when in the […]
Bathtub refinishing or tub liners: Which is better? A nice refinishing can take an ugly green tub… (Photo courtesy of Angie’s List member Kim D. of Knoxville, Tenn.) Date Published: Feb 28 2013 by Michael Franco, Angie’s List Contributor Ah, the tub. It can be the perfect spot to soak away your stress. Few things wash […]
An industrial coating is a paint or coating defined by its protective, rather than its aesthetic properties, although it can provide both. The most common use of industrial coatings is for corrosion control of steel structures such as offshore platforms, bridges and underground pipelines. Other functions include intumescent coatings for fire resistance. The most common […]
History of Claw Foot Bath Tubs The claw foot cast iron tub was first produced commercially in the United States in 1883, when Standard Sanitary Manufacturing Company began to manufacture them. Later, they became American Standard, the leader in bathroom fixtures today. Other companies also produced claw foot tubs, such as the Kohler Company […]
What is Electrostatic Painting? Not all electrostatic painting processes are equal! Electro Painters uses the highly specialized Ransburg #2 spray equipment, which atomizes and statically charges the atomized paint as it leaves the spray head, driven only by centrifugal force. The positively charged paint seeks grounded metals and “wraps” around even the most intricate shapes. Unlike conventional […]
Care and Cleaning A Bowles Electrostatic Painting refinished bathtub should provide years of service when given the same care and maintenance recommended by all the leading new tub manufacturers. DO use only non-abrasive, liquid cleaners like Mira-Clean, Formula 409, Fantastik or even dishwashing soap. DO rinse thoroughly and use a soft sponge to wipe down […]
FOLLOW-UP CARE INSTRUCTIONS 1. ALL TAPE AND PAPER IS TO BE REMOVED THE DAY FOLLOWING THE REFINISHING 2. CUSTOMER MAY RE-CAULK TUBS AFTER 48 HOURS OF CURE TIME. 3. DO NOT USE ANY RUBBER MATS (THIS WILL RESULT IN FINISH PEALING OFF AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY) 4. CLEAN ONLY WITH NON-ABRASIVE NON-AEROSOL CLEANSERS GUARANTEES BOWLES […]
WE SPECIALIZE IN tub refinishing, TILE refinishing The process of refinishing tubs, tile can SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OVER THE COST OF renovating. OUR FINISHES ARE LONG LASTING AND COME WITH A GUARANTEE. Bathtub Reglazing is the perfect option for contractors, landlords or home owners looking for a durable alternative to costly renovations or liners. Professional […]
History and Explanation of the Electrostatic Painting Process The first U.S. patent for the electrostatic painting process was awarded to Harold Ransburg in the late 1940’s. Electrostatic spray painting was an immediate success as manufacturers quickly perceived the substantial materials savings that could be achieved. With the addition of manufacturing and research operations in Europe […]