The journey to a custom industrial finishing system begins with a focused, no‑obligation call. In 30–45 minutes our senior engineers uncover everything needed to design a powder‑coat or liquid‑paint line that fits your parts, throughput and footprint.
What We’ll Cover During the Consultation
| Topic | Why It Matters | Sample Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Key Components & Specs | Determines washer stages, oven length, conveyor style | Part size? Weight? Desired line speed (fpm)? Shift pattern? |
| Production Volumes & Growth | Right-sizes capacity today and 5 years out | Current annual throughput? Expected increase? |
| Finish & Quality Goals | Picks the right pretreatment, powder or paint chemistry | Corrosion protection hours? Gloss level? Color-change frequency? |
| Facility & Utilities | Confirms footprint and infrastructure requirements | Available square footage? Gas & electric supply? Compressed air? |
| Budget & Timeline | Aligns scope with ROI and critical milestones | Cap-ex range? Target install date? |
| Pain Points & Wish List | Guides innovation for competitive edge | Bottlenecks? Manual steps you’d like automated? |
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
Why Manufacturers Trust GAT’s Consultation Process
Engineer‑Led, Not Sales‑Led – Talk directly with project engineers who have designed 500+ finishing lines.
Total Cost‑of‑Ownership Focus – We balance cap‑ex with energy, chemical and labor savings for long‑term payoff.
Family‑Owned Accountability – Three generations of finishing expertise stand behind every recommendation.
Speed to Proposal – Our in‑house design/build model cuts weeks from typical concepting time.
From Discovery to Drawing: The Six‑Step GAT Process
1️⃣ Initial Consultation (You Are Here)2️⃣ Proposal & 3‑D Drawing → Next Step ›3️⃣ Site Visit to Validate Drawing4️⃣ Purchase & Engineering Timeline5️⃣ Installation & Training6️⃣ Support & Maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—there’s no cost or obligation. Our goal is to determine if a GAT system is the right fit.
Not at this stage. Basic dimensions and weight are enough to start the conversation.
Absolutely. We’ll compare finish performance, operational cost and sustainability for your parts.