Coatings Industry

Tate Metalworks engineers, fabricates, and erects custom API storage tanks and ASME pressure vessels for the coatings and paint industry. These tank and process vessels are integral to the storage, mixing, of solvents, pigments, resins, and additives used in paint formulation. Our equipment supports critical process steps from raw material handling to batch production and final product storage. Clients rely Tate Metalworks for our equipment’s reliability, safety, and code compliance. The tanks and vessels we fabricate directly support the production of coatings found in homes, vehicles, appliances, and countless consumer goods, delivering durable, high-performance finishes.

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Why Reactors are Critical for Paint Manufacturing

Specialized ASME reactor vessels play a vital role in the coatings industry, serving as the vessel for chemical synthesis and mixing processes that produce essential paint components like resins and binders, or additives. These tanks provide:

Resin/Binder Production

Binders (or resins) are often synthetic polymers (such as alkyds, acrylics, and epoxies) created through intricate chemical reactions like polymerization or condensation. They serve as the adhesive force in paint that forms the film and holds pigment particles together. Our reactors allow for customization to achieve specific properties like faster drying times, enhanced durability, or unique gloss levels.

Precise Control

Our industrial reactors are designed to allow for strict control over conditions such as temperature, pressure, and agitation. This level of precision is vital for achieving the exact performance characteristics required for high-quality paint products.

Scalability and Efficiency

Tate Metalworks' custom fabricated reactors facilitate the large-scale, efficient, and reproducible production of key paint ingredients. We build both batch and continuous reactors, tailored to your specific process needs.

Safety and Environmental Control

Since some paint manufacturing processes involve exothermic reactions or hazardous chemicals, our reactor vessels are engineered to meet the ASME Section VIII Pressure vessel standards for the secure handling of these reactions and minimizing environmental impact.

Common Reactor Configurations We Fabricate

Tate Metalworks fabricates a comprehensive range of stainless steel tanks designed with unique capabilities for every stage of the paint production process:

ASME Reactor Vessel: The central container where chemical reactions occur, typically jacketed for temperature control.
Agitator (Impeller): A mechanical device that ensures thorough mixing of reactants, promoting uniformity and efficient reactions.

ASME Reactor Vessel: The central container where chemical reactions occur, typically jacketed for temperature control.
Agitator (Impeller): A mechanical device that ensures thorough mixing of reactants, promoting uniformity and efficient reactions.

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Coating Storage Solutions

Beyond manufacturing, storage tanks are foundational to the smooth operation of any coatings or paint production facility. Our API tanks can be used for:

Raw Material Storage: We provide robust storage tanks for the safe storage of solvents, resins, oils, monomers, and various additives before they’re needed in production.
Intermediate Product Storage: Following the partial reactions or pre-mixing stages, materials often require temporary storage. Our tanks enable flexible batch processing, optimized scheduling, and crucial quality checks before advancing to the next stage.

Finished Paint Storage: Once paint is fully formulated and blended, it's held in specialized holding tanks prior to packaging. These tanks are often equipped with agitators to prevent settling, ensuring a consistently-mixed product ready for filling cans, drums, or other containers.

Expert Fabrication for the Coatings Industry

Tate Metalworks is your trusted partner for high-quality, durable, and precisely engineered API storage tanks and ASME pressure vessels for the coatings industry. Contact us today to discuss your specific fabrication needs and discover how we can help optimize your paint manufacturing operations.

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