When off‑the‑shelf equipment can’t hit your takt time or quality spec, GAT designs fully custom finishing lines—from pretreatment washers to curing ovens and conveyors—all fabricated and programmed under one roof in Fenton, Missouri.
Why Choose a Custom Finishing Line?
Right‑Sized Capacity – Match line speed to today’s demand and tomorrow’s growth.
Integrated Powder & Paint Options – Seamlessly switch between powder coating and liquid paint when your mix changes.
Lowest Total Cost of Ownership – Energy‑efficient ovens, polypropylene washers and PLC automation cut operating costs.
Single‑Source Accountability – One partner from concept through lifetime service.
Let’s talk about how GAT can impact your business.
Core Modules We Engineer & Build In‑House
| Finishing System Module | Primary Function | Key Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Polypropylene Pretreatment Washers | Multi-stage cleaning & phosphate conversion | Corrosion-proof housings, 10-year warranty, rapid heat-up |
| Process & Batch Ovens (Convection & IR) | Flash-off, drying & powder cure | 6” insulated panels, patented air-seal, NFPA-compliant gas trains |
| Powder-Coating Rooms & Spray Booths | Contained, climate-controlled application | Fast color change, reclaim options, FM-approved filters |
| Overhead, Power-and-Free & Belt Conveyors | Move parts through line & cool-down zones | Precision PLC indexing, minimal maintenance chain |
| Advanced Controls & HMIs | Monitor temps, line speed, recipes | Remote diagnostics, OEE dashboards, IIoT-ready |
Our Proven 6‑Step Custom‑Line Process
There are six simple steps in creating your next custom finishing system with GAT. Each of these steps is designed for our GAT team to learn from you, understand your system requirements and purpose, and give you the best possible system to meet your production needs.
Performance You Can Prove
30 % energy savings vs. legacy oven lines thanks to direct‑impingement airflow and heat‑exchange technology.
Up to 90 fpm conveyor speed with power‑and‑free flexibility for mixed part sizes.
< 15‑minute color change in powder‑coat rooms to slash downtime.
Industries Relying on GAT Custom Lines
AGRICULTURAL/CONSTRUCTION
LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL
MARINE
Rail & Transit
Industrial & Manufacturing
CONSUMER/RECREATION
FAQs About Custom Finishing Systems
Typical timeline is 26–32 weeks, depending on scope and approvals.
Yes—our engineers can integrate new washers or booths into legacy equipment to maximize ROI.
TGIC‑free polyesters, epoxies, urethanes, primers, liquid urethanes, enamels and more.