What is included in a free plant audit by Autocoat?
The free plant audit covers airflow measurement, filter condition check, blower amperage, paint usage per panel, energy consumption, lighting lux levels, fire-safety compliance, exhaust emission check, finish-quality sampling and operator practice review. The audit ends with a written report listing observations, photos, corrective actions and ROI estimates.
Who is eligible for the Autocoat free audit?
The free audit is open to any active paint shop or coating plant in India — whether the existing booth was supplied by Autocoat or by another vendor. SMEs, automotive component plants, OEMs, MSMEs and PSUs all qualify. The first audit is fully free; only travel beyond Maharashtra incurs a nominal logistics cost.
How long does a paint shop audit take?
An on-site audit typically takes 3-5 hours for a single paint booth and 1-2 days for a full coating plant with conveyor and ovens. The Autocoat engineer reviews drawings before the visit, conducts measurements during the visit, and submits a written audit report within 7 working days post-visit.
What deliverables come from the audit?
You receive a 10-15 page audit report with photographs, airflow readings, filter pressure-drop charts, energy consumption tables, finish-quality observations, prioritised corrective actions, estimated ROI for each recommendation, and a phased upgrade roadmap. The report is delivered as a PDF, with a video debrief option.
Will I be obligated to buy after the audit?
No. The free plant audit is genuinely free with no purchase obligation. Many clients use the report to plan upgrades over 12-24 months or to negotiate with their existing vendor. If you do choose Autocoat for retrofit or new equipment, the audit insights feed directly into your project specification.
Can the audit improve my paint shop efficiency?
Yes. Past audit clients have reduced paint consumption, cut energy use and improved first-pass yield significantly. Common quick wins include filter rationalisation, blower pulley sizing, exhaust balancing and operator gun-distance training — many of which need almost no capex investment. Contact us to schedule your free audit and identify your specific savings.
What information should I prepare for the audit?
Before the visit, prepare your paint shop layout drawing, paint and thinner consumption data for the last 3 months, electricity bill, current filter type and replacement frequency, finish-rejection rate and photographs of any quality issues. Sharing this in advance lets us deliver a sharper, more targeted report.
Does the audit cover environmental compliance?
Yes. The audit includes a basic check of exhaust stack height, particulate emissions, hazardous waste handling, sludge disposal, water consumption and statutory PCB (Pollution Control Board) compliance. We flag gaps and suggest cost-effective remediation routes — often through filter or scrubber upgrades.
Is the free audit available outside Maharashtra?
Yes. The audit itself is free across India. For sites outside Maharashtra, only engineer travel and stay is billable — actual amount depends on city, duration and travel mode. The technical audit, report and ROI analysis remain at no charge regardless of location. Contact us with your plant location to confirm logistics.
How do I schedule a free painting plant audit?
Call +91-9322508192, email autocoatbom7@gmail.com or fill the Free Audit form on our website with your plant location, paint type, daily volume and preferred dates. We confirm an audit slot within 2 working days and align our engineer's travel. Most audits get scheduled within 2-3 weeks.
