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nova range delivers all these: guns that are comfortable to hold, easy to clean, light and flexible to use.
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The latest trend we are experiencing is the growth in UV primers. As this prod- uct is cured with what is in essence day- light it is of paramount importance to keep the product away from light sourc- es especially when in the spray gun.
Anest Iwata has just released three new black spray gun pots for the use of UV coatings. These pots suit the W400 series, the Air Gunsa AZ3 series and the LPH 80 premium spot repair gun. Being solid black in construction they do not allow the penetration of light into the paint material.
Also new from the Air Gunsa stable is the AZ4 spot repair gun. This gun has been specially designed for those small to medium repairs on a vehicle body. High transfer efficiency, more control and maximum comfort for the operator are just some of the benefits of this new spray gun. As with all Anest Iwata guns it is perfectly suited to both water-based and solvent paints.
It is of critical importance that the spray gun can support the needs of the painter by being both flexible and effi- cient in all climatic conditions regard- less of the paint technology being sprayed. Equipment however stretches to more than just the spray gun. The tightening of W H&S legislation, the prevalence of Safe Work inspectors and local council planning requirements all contribute to the need for the bodyshop owner to be compliant.
Even with waterborne products the toxic elements of the paint are still pre- sent in the primers and clear coats. Half masks do not comply with this legisla- tion and you must have the right breath- ing gear in place. Breathing the right air and avoiding toxic fumes is the reason for all the safety gear – air fed respira- tors, gloves, spray suits and safety boots are just some of the PPS painters require on a day to day basis.
FROM ANEST IWATA
ANEST IWATA IS A SPECIALIST IN LIQUID
spraying technology, so it has spray guns for all types of paint materials and all of our guns can be used for water- borne and solvent paints as the fluid passages are completely stainless steel.
The continued penetration of water- borne paint basecoats into mainstream refinish markets has led to the trend of keeping solvent and water guns separate to minimise any cross contamination. Paint companies drive this trend be- cause they want to ensure that there is no contamination between the two paint types. Different paint types also spray differently due to the solid content, so it is wise to use the best tool for the job.
The Anest Iwata W400WBX series have been in the market for some time and feature a patented split nozzle technology, known as pre-atomisation, allowing painters to once again lower the spray pressure. This technology commences the atomisation process
much earlier than in previous technolo- gies to deliver a newly refined spray pattern and finer atomisation for even better results.
Anest Iwata has further developed this technology with the Pininfarina co-designed Supernova range. Availa- ble in both WS400 and as an LVLP ver- sion; the LS400.
An unsurpassed level of gravity gun performance, the Supernova creates a long flat pattern delivering paint in a precise and even manner allowing for an extremely even overlap and a flat, even lay down of clear coats. Consistent droplet size during atomisation avoids solvent boil, pin holing on HS clear coats due to the centre heavy fan patterns common with older spray guns.
With a growing trend of spray paint- ers all own their own guns, it is impor- tant that we as a premium gun manufac- turer listen and supply what our customers tell us they need. The Super-
LEFT: Black spray gun pots are essential for UV primers.