Transformer and
Substation Painting
Transformer painting services for pad-mounted transformers and other high voltage substation equipment.
Our Transformer Painting Process
A professional painting service protects against premature failure, while protecting your business from unnecessary downtime and unhappy customers. Above all, our goal is for our services to protect your investments so you can rely on them for years to come.
Cleaning
To begin, it is important for any painting project to start with a clean surface. The first step in the process is to remove any chalk, oil, or dirt, as well as any loose and flaking paint. To prepare your equipment for a fresh coat of paint, we use pressure washers and grinders to get down to the bare metal.
Preparing The Transformer
Once the surface has been cleaned, the transformer must be protected before painting can begin. We wrap and mask insulators, gauges, and other equipment to avoid over spray. Signs are removed or covered as well. Next, we cover or remove fans to avoid excessive paint buildup. We treat heavily rusted areas with an epoxy pre-prime as an anti-corrosion agent. Careful preparation is the key to a professional finish and quick cleanup.
Flow Coating
Flow coating is the process used for painting radiators. It is the only method that ensures a uniform, complete coating. First, a containment system is built to surround the radiator bank. This system controls the release of paint into the environment, and also serves as a collection reservoir to recirculate paint as it flows down the radiators. In order for flow coating to work properly, our painters use mineral spirits to thin primer and finish coat paint by fifty percent. This allows paint to flow down the radiator tubes, ensuring an even coating and also preventing a thick buildup of paint on the radiator surface.
Priming
A quality prime coat guarantees long lasting results, and also provides a strong bonding surface for the finish coat. This is a vital step in ensuring excellent results.
Finish Coat
Next, our painters apply a quality poly-silicone top coat, which serves many functions. In addition to improved aesthetics, added protection from the elements will extend the serviceable life of your equipment. Also, the reflective properties of the paint help your equipment to run at cooler operating temperatures.
Cleanup
Finally, we replace fans and signs, remove tape, and remove any protective coverings used for insulators or other components. We leave your equipment and site looking brand new and ready to serve your business for years to come.
