Proposal and Drawing
Within days of your initial consultation, GAT turns discovery data into a full proposal and engineering‑grade 3‑D drawing so you can see—and sell—your future finishing system before you commit.
What Your Proposal Package Includes
A custom finishing system is only as good as the original design concept. Few successes just ‘happen’ to roll off the assembly line; quality engineering is the starting point for creating an exceptional custom finishing system. Our experienced team of engineers can work with you and your team to create a one-of-a-kind custom finishing system that accounts for your company’s current and future growth needs as well as your budget and existing operational space.
| Deliverable | What You Get | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| SolidWorks® 3-D Line Layout | Overhead and side-view renders of washers, ovens, conveyors, spray booths and controls | Confirms fit to your available square footage and ergonomics |
| Scope of Supply | Line-item list of every module, utility requirement and included accessories | Eliminates guesswork and hidden extras |
| Firm-Price Quote | Detailed cap-ex with options for pay-as-you-grow add-ons | Allows accurate budgeting and ROI analysis |
| Preliminary Timeline | Gantt chart from purchase order to production start-up | Aligns installation with facility moves or model launches |
| Energy & TCO Estimates | Projected gas, electricity, chemical and labor costs | Compare lifecycle cost to outsourcing or legacy equipment |
| ROI Calculators (Excel) | Editable spreadsheets pre-loaded with your data | Fine-tune assumptions and share with finance team |
Ready to See Your Line On‑Screen—and On Budget?
Benefits of GAT’s Engineer‑Led Proposal Process
Speed to Insight – Most proposals ship within 5–7 business days, thanks to in‑house design and quoting tools.
Transparent Pricing – No vague allowances—every conveyor foot, burner and control panel is spelled out.
Collaboration Ready – 3‑D files import into your plant layout software for clash detection.
Change‑Friendly – Need to shift the oven or add a second powder room? Updated drawings re‑issue in hours, not weeks.
How We Create Your 3‑D Layout
Import Your Floor Plan – We start with your DXF or PDF.
Place Core Modules – Washers, ovens, booths and conveyors sized to required line speed.
Check Clearances & Flow – Ensure maintenance aisles, forklift lanes and QA checkpoints.
Run Airflow & Utility Checks – Verify BTU, CFM and amps against facility services.
Publish & Review – Screen‑share walkthrough with your team, capturing redlines for Rev B.
Proposal and Drawing
Our GAT team creates a Custom Engineered Blueprint as part of a collaborative effort based on your initial consultation. This saves you time and energy with our in-house engineering. We use proven methods and system calculators to give us true budget numbers for you to review. Our approach relies on accuracy and efficiency to give you the right projections within a matter of days.
Elements of a GAT Finishing System
Your Systems Needs + Our Creativity = Problem-Solving Excellence
In case t-shirts, ballcaps, and airplane seats aren’t enough proof, “one size fits all” is a terrible way to serve customers. That’s why our GAT team pushes past conventional methods by expanding how we think about your company’s unique system needs. We want to solve your exact problems with a customized finishing system that meets your budget and saves everyone time and headaches.
Common Engineering Problems to Avoid With Custom Finishing Systems
We understand that it’s impossible to anticipate every element of ordering a custom finishing system, and have built processes to point out potential problem areas before they become mission critical. Here are a few common issues we see companies encounter when it comes to planning for a custom finishing system:
- Problem #1: The spec doesn’t match the budget. Our initial concept meetings will help generate ideas and get estimates which allows us more opportunity to solve approximately 80% of all budget-specific problems up front. The most important part is our GAT team facilitates ongoing conversations with you as our customer to meet your exact needs as much as possible.
- Problem #2: A timeframe that’s too rushed. The best way to avoid mistakes is to understand speed can lead to mistakes. One approach we like to take is “Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.” If we have concerns about timeframes, we do our best to share those concerns with you as honestly, promptly, and efficiently as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our proposals use firm supplier pricing; final costs rarely vary more than ±3 % after contract.
Yes—under NDA we provide .sldasm and .sldprt files for your engineers.
We’ll re‑run load calculations and adjust burner sizes or electrical panels before fabrication starts.