Powder Curing on MDF

A gas catalytic oven from Vulcan Catalytic Systems is the heart of a powder coating on MDF installation. For the best situation, we recommend a 3 oven, 2 coat system with the first coat being a primer powder and the final, a color powder. Thanks to precisely controlled ceramic catalysts and properties of the Infrared that is emmited, the MDF panels are preheated and subsequently powder coated and then cured. Compared to convection ovens and UV systems, gas catalyst technology is not only far better to control and adjust, but also more cost-effective while not subjecting the board to prolonged exposure to hot air in a convection oven that destroys the mechanical properties and dries the wood to dangerous levels.

For further explanation of applications and technology, visit our Case Studies page and reference the two cases, Ledro-Kukens and PC on MDF Applications and Benefits.