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Controlling Static In The Refinish Process
I-CAR · August 14, 2019
Summary
This article highlights how static electricity negatively impacts the refinishing process by causing paint adhesion issues, metallic paint mottling, and attracting debris to the vehicle surface. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and implementing static control measures to prevent costly paint defects and rework.
What to do on the job
Implement static control and prevention steps prior to painting to ensure proper metallic alignment, prevent debris attraction, and avoid paint adhesion issues.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity of static-reduction steps, specialized anti-static equipment, or additional prep time on estimates and supplements to prevent paint defects, mottling, and debris contamination.
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