How Qlayers Cuts Paint Consumption by 22% and Reduces Costs

In the industrial coatings industry, material costs can account for a significant portion of project expenses. With manual spray methods, overspray and low transfer efficiency often result in substantial paint loss, leading to wasted resources and higher costs. Fortunately, advancements in technology, such as Qlayers Coating Robot, are changing the game.

By dramatically improving paint transfer efficiency and reducing overspray, Qlayers enables operators to achieve significant material savings, making coating processes faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.

The Problem with Traditional Manual Spraying

Manual spraying methods, while familiar, have serious limitations when it comes to efficiency. On average:

• Transfer efficiency is only 70%, meaning 30% of the paint is wasted—either due to overspray or environmental factors such as wind.
• In windy conditions, paint loss can skyrocket to as high as 50%, requiring additional materials and labor to complete the job.

Not only does this lead to higher costs, but it also negatively impacts the environment due to increased emissions and waste.

How Qlayers Reduces Paint Consumption

Qlayers offers a revolutionary solution, addressing these inefficiencies head-on:

1. Higher Transfer Efficiency
   Qlayers achieves a 90% transfer efficiency, compared to only 70% with manual spraying. This improvement drastically reduces paint waste.
2. Reduced Paint Loss
   By using a patented spray shielding system, Qlayers minimizes overspray—even in challenging conditions. This translates to consistent and accurate coatings without material loss.
3. Lower Paint Consumption
   Here’s a clear breakdown of how Qlayers saves paint compared to traditional methods:

   Paint Consumption	Manual Spraying	Qlayers	Savings
   Primer	502 gal	391 gal	111 gal
   Intermediate Coat	592 gal	460 gal	132 gal
   Topcoat	312 gal	243 gal	69 gal
   Total	1,405 gal	1,094 gal	311 gal

This results in a 22% total reduction in paint consumption, saving an average of $7,937 per project based on a paint cost of $6.52 per gallon.

Qlayers – Competitive Advantage

The Cost Impact: Material Savings Add Up

Lower paint consumption doesn’t just reduce waste; it significantly lowers material costs. A typical industrial coating project using manual spraying may incur paint costs of $36,282. However, with Qlayers, this cost drops to just $28,345—a savings of nearly $8,000.

These savings are compounded on larger projects, where the total surface area coated is even greater. Over time, reducing paint loss can transform your bottom line, providing substantial ROI while maintaining high-quality results.

Environmental Benefits: Less Waste, Greater Efficiency

In addition to saving costs, Qlayers’ technology reduces the environmental impact of coating processes:

• Less Overspray means fewer emissions and lower site contamination.
• Efficient material use aligns with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.

By cutting waste and maximizing paint usage, Qlayers helps businesses meet environmental compliance standards while minimizing their carbon footprint.

Key Takeaway

Switching to Qlayers’ 10Q Coating Robot is a smart investment for industrial coating projects. With 22% less paint consumption, significant material cost savings, and reduced environmental impact, Qlayers’ robotic solutions redefine efficiency and performance in surface treatment.

Are you ready to save costs and reduce waste?

Contact Us Today to learn more about how Qlayers can optimize your coating process and improve your bottom line.