Recent Press Release
as it
appears in the
Belgian newspaper:
METROPOOL NOORD
GAZET VAN ANTWERPEN
27 September 2006
Translated from the original
Latest Powder Coating MDF Line Starts Production at Polylak
NV, Antwerp, Belgium with Vulcan Catalytic Systems
Marc Herrigers
and Jef Van Geel of Polylak NV
inspect a powder coated kitchen door
from their new installation
Polylak NV* specializes in the coating of MDF,
primarily for the kitchen and bathroom industries. Recognized as
a technology leader and producer of high quality finishes for
MDF, Polylak now provides the same standards of finishing for
point of purchase industries such as banks, retail shops, marine
and office environments.
Innovation is the trade mark of dynamic companies. A
leader in not only solid and clear liquid coatings for MDF
components and wooden furniture, Polylak now brings the latest
equipment and techniques for producing powder coated MDF parts
This fast growing technology brings the benefits and
flexibility - hallmarks of powder on MDF - to not only kitchen
and bathroom customers but also to the many interior, furniture
and point of purchase designers and architects.
The Process
The system purchased by Polylak NV, is known as "the
two coat process". MDF is preheated, a powder primer applied and
cured, followed by the application and curing of a powder top
coat. The entire process is accomplished with two powder
application booths and three catalytic ovens manufactured by
Vulcan Catalytic Systems, USA, taking less than 30 minutes to complete
the production cycle.
The physical integrity of the MDF is maintained while
encapsulating the entire component. The primer and top coat
provide excellent chemical and mechanical properties, while
providing an appealing aesthetic finish to the coated part. Both
the process and finished products are environmentally friendly
and energy efficient, with the total elimination of harmful
solvents from the coatings.
