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Efficiency, flexibility, and precision are critical in industrial finishing. IntelliFinishing offers an advanced modular finishing system designed to streamline powder coating and liquid paint applications. Unlike traditional systems, its smart controls and friction-driven conveyor allow carriers to move independently in both directions, optimizing workflow while using less floor space.

With real-time tracking, an intuitive interface, and simplified maintenance, IntelliFinishing delivers a scalable, user-friendly solution. Its effectiveness is evident in Greenheck Group’s experience, where it has significantly improved painting operations and efficiency.

Greenheck’s Experience with IntelliFinishing

When Greenheck needed a paint system, IntelliFinishing stood out as the ideal choice. The transition to full-scale production was smooth, with hands-on training and system optimization. The HMI interface is so intuitive that operators can learn it within a day, making it easy to onboard new team members.

Greenheck benefits from real-time product tracking and automated carrier movement, ensuring efficient loading, unloading, and precise curing and cooling times. This automation has enhanced production flow, minimized downtime, and improved synchronization between processes.

A Reliable Partnership

Beyond technology, IntelliFinishing provided strong customer support and proactive project management, ensuring Greenheck’s maintenance team had all necessary parts from day one. This seamless implementation and ongoing support reinforced IntelliFinishing’s reputation as a trusted partner.

The Smarter Choice for Industrial Finishing

For manufacturers seeking a flexible, intelligent finishing system, IntelliFinishing offers precision, automation, and efficiency. Its ability to optimize workflows, simplify training, and maintain high-quality standards makes it the preferred choice for modern industrial finishing operations.

In industrial manufacturing, achieving consistent, high-quality industrial paint finishes is essential. The IntelliFinishing system has emerged as a leading solution, offering precision, flexibility, and ease of use.

Designed to handle large parts, the system integrates seamlessly with Hytrol conveyors, ensuring smooth movement and efficient handling of various pallet sizes. This adaptability enhances the industrial painting workflow, reducing errors and improving process efficiency.

One of the key advantages of IntelliFinishing is its user-friendly interface, making operator training straightforward. The system also simplifies color changes and maintenance, keeping operations efficient without unnecessary downtime. Additionally, real-time tracking through Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) allows manufacturers to monitor product carriers, optimize workforce allocation, and maintain a steady workflow.

By improving synchronization with the paint line and enhancing overall output quality, IntelliFinishing provides a reliable and efficient solution for manufacturers looking to optimize their finishing process.

Efficiency in manufacturing goes beyond speed—it’s about creating a seamless, synchronized process. The integration of IntelliFinishing systems with Hytrol conveyors has enhanced flexibility, reduced strain on workers, and improved overall throughput.

IntelliFinishing’s innovative carrier design allows for precise part movement, while the addition of a fourth, reversed load system has expanded capacity for larger parts—critical for parcel conveyor operations. Meanwhile, the Hytrol conveyor has improved workflow by ensuring smooth transitions from fabrication to paint, minimizing delays, and enhancing part handling.

Beyond efficiency, Hytrol’s ergonomic design elevates parts to waist height, reducing strain on workers and improving safety. By cutting reliance on forklifts and optimizing pallet routing with built-in controls, the system ensures continuous, uninterrupted production.

This integration highlights the power of automation and intelligent design in manufacturing—delivering a scalable, efficient, and safety-conscious solution for modern production challenges.

The Hytrol Conveyorized Product Delivery System has significantly improved efficiency in material handling, particularly in moving products from fabrication to paint. By integrating this conveyor system, operations have become more synchronized with the paint line, making it easier to hang parts and enhancing overall workflow. Previously, products were transported using forklifts or manual conveyors, which were less efficient and required more effort.

One of the standout features of the Hytrol conveyor is its simplicity. It operates using the same intelligence as the E24 conveyor, making it both reliable and easy to integrate into existing systems. Despite its straightforward design, it is a heavy-duty solution capable of handling substantial weight, making it an ideal choice for industrial applications.

For those using an IntelliFinishing system that requires manual part loading, the Hytrol conveyor offers ergonomic advantages by delivering parts directly to the point of use. This setup not only reduces the strain on operators but also ensures a continuous flow of materials, keeping the system powered and productive. The result is a streamlined, efficient process that minimizes downtime and maximizes output.

Hytrol has revolutionized its finishing process with IntelliFinishing, achieving a 33% increase in production year-over-year while freeing up 24,000 sq. ft. of floor space. By replacing its traditional power and free system, Hytrol now benefits from reduced downtime, lower labor costs, and greater flexibility in handling parts up to 1,000 pounds.

The smart controls and friction-driven conveyor enable precise control, minimizing bottlenecks and improving product quality. Training new employees is easier than ever, thanks to IntelliFinishing’s intuitive system design.

With improved efficiency, Hytrol reduced its operations from two shifts to one while maintaining higher output. The system’s adaptability allows for in-house finishing of previously outsourced parts, saving the company over $1.6 million annually.

The IntelliFinishing system isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a game-changer, driving productivity, quality, and cost savings to new heights.

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In this video presented by Kasa Companies’ Driving Automation, President of Prime Powder Coating, Cory McCabe, delves into his company’s transformative use of the IntelliFinishing system. This discussion provides insights into the latest advancements in powder coating technology and its impact on industry operations.

McCabe highlights how the IntelliFinishing system has expanded Prime Powder Coating’s capabilities, including handling more significant parts and improving turnaround times. The episode takes viewers through the journey of parts in the coating process, from a five-stage wash to quality inspection, emphasizing the system’s versatility and efficiency. Unlike traditional systems, the IntelliFinishing setup allows for continued production even during maintenance, showcasing its unique adaptability. McCabe’s case study is an invaluable resource for OEM and custom job shop businesses, illustrating the IntelliFinishing system's customization potential to meet specific needs.

Think back to ten years ago when same-day delivery was a rarity; today, nobody bats an eye at its prevalence. Dan VanderAkker, Vice President of Kasa, joined Host Daniel Litwin to explain how workflow automation in the parcel post and distribution fulfillment industries is contributing to this trend.

Workflow automation is essential for timely delivery in both business-to-business and business-to-consumer relationships. Despite increasing automation, timely delivery is not a guarantee, especially with recent supply chain issues. While delivery delays frustrate consumers, they can be detrimental to businesses due to associated delay costs for production.

Part of the solution to reducing delays in the parcel post and distribution arenas is expansion of large-scale distribution centers. Many fulfillment centers are opening local facilities to meet demand and shorten delivery delays. Additionally, micro warehouses and ghost kitchens are appearing to assist big-box warehouses with storing food and pantry items.

Kasa deployed their partial automation component because they noticed the radical growth of the parcel post and distribution industries. Services they offer include electrical insulation and control services through the full breadth of projects from design through program development, factory acceptance testing, commissioning, startup and support.

VanderAkker speculated about Kasa’s future approach to automation: “Our backbone is going to be essentially sticking to the basics. We’re a service provider more so than a product provider and the ability to provide that service effectively on schedule without issues or without headaches to the customer can be a very valuable thing. If we can continue to maintain the same level of excellence and quality delivery on our services, I think that is going to help us stand out.”

Find more information on Kasa’s partial automation branch at kasacontrols.com.

For over four decades, Kasa Controls & Automation has been leading the charge in providing turnkey industrial controls and automation engineering expertise to a wide range of manufacturers and industries, including automotive, grain handling automation, sheet metal, paint shops and industrial equipment.

Kasa’s longevity and prowess make it the perfect partner for building electrical panel controls, but there are other core attributes that set it apart.

Hilary Kennedy, host of Driving Automation, was joined by Shawn Cadman, Green Automation Panel Build Rep, who started his career at Kasa and, after 24 years on the shop floor, transitioned to sales.

In discussing the key considerations for companies selecting partners for panel control builds, Cadman said that cost is always at the forefront. Criteria like the quality of the build, timely deliveries and safe shipping practices are also critical, he added, but customer service should also be top of mind.

“It’s the personal touch and service after the sale,” he said, noting that most of his customers also have his personal cellphone number. “We have repeat customers, because there’s a willingness to do whatever it takes to get them out of a jam or a situation they’re up against as far as automation, panel design or anything. Customers are No. 1 in our book.”

There are other ways that customers benefit from Kasa’s approach. In working on the UL panels, for instance, Kasa is exacting in labeling wires and equipment, which may impact the product down the line.

“Electrical components won’t last forever. There will come a time when someone will need to do work in there. Would you rather open it up and find a bowl of spaghetti or find clear, organized labels?,” Cadman said.

A clean, organized wiring diagram, he added, will lead you to the problem, and solution, without a hitch.