Gel coat booths
Gel coat booths are newer application of spraying Gel coat, widely used for spraying on moulds. Gel coat is a material used to provide a high-quality finish on the visible surface of a fiber-reinforced composite material. The most common gel coat is based on epoxy or unsaturated polyester resin chemistry. Gel coats are modified resins which are applied to moulds in the liquid state.
Gel Coat Booth and Gel Spray Applications
Gel Spray Booth application:
Gel coat is application used in major areas where use of plastic or pp or other plastic material cannot be used due the high cost involved in the manufacturing of such plastics. Therefore Fiberglass technology plays a key role in manufacturing of large volume based light components.
1) Automobile : Automobile parts specially , Door , Trunk Lids, Wind Deflectors, Roof For Busses And Lorries are some parts where molding of plastics is difficult to attain, fiberglass painted with gel coat gives an per level of component. Since these gel coats are to be sprayed to get a better finish, there comes a necessity of Gel Spray Booth to avoid pollution and operator comfort ability.
2) Ship building & Rail vehicles : Autocoat Engineering has already been in supply of Gel Coat Booth for companies related to ship building and metro rail and other railway projects , for components like Seats, Roof Top , Side Body , interiors of cruise line ships and interiors other railway projects.
3) Wind energy: Autocoat Engineering with its other foreign tie-ups is proud to present Gel Coat Booths which can handle large volume based components like Windmill rotary blades and its other body parts.
4) Building and Construction: Autocoat Engineering has also developed special Gel Coat Booth for commodities like Panels, Corrugated Sheets, Light Domes and Light Shafts, Chemical L Plants Tanks, Pipes where the Gel Coat is acidic in nature.
5) Sanitary : Gel Coat Spray Booth can also be a useful equipment to customers who are into manufacturing of Washstands , Shower Trays, Kitchen Counter, etc. Dust free room with Gel coat booth is popular for high quality Gel coat finish. Bright, smooth, glossy finish and corrosion resistance. Gel spray booth has a advance filtration system.
Removes styrene vapors and contains over spray for a cleaner, safer work place. Standard sizes or custom configurations for your specific production needs. Well lighted interior with smooth walls allow easy cleaning and maintenance.
We have latest technology and design to have the maximum effect of the Gel coat on the required surface. We manufacture Gel Coat Booth. Autocoat Engineering has large experience of supplying different sized Gel Coat Booth in either India or Abroad.
After the coating is completed on a component they are cured to form cross linked polymers and are subsequently dried with composite polymer matrices, often mixtures of polyester resin and fiberglass or epoxy resin with glass. Gel coat drying tunnel oven reduce the curing time by 50 % and the quality of your finished product. Also the Get Coat Drying Oven reduces the dust addition to the gel sprayed component. We manufacture the Gel Coat Drying Oven of high efficiency with less curing time. Autocoat Gel Coat Drying Oven is result of long years of experts expertise.
Autocoat Engineering is the most experienced Gel Coat Spray Booth Manufacturer in India since last 40 years. Autocoat Engineering have been manufacturing superior quality Gel Coat Paint Booth in India among other valuable products. We have wide experience of manufacturing Gel Coat Spraying Booth with different material handling and different product size, and different production volume.
Gel Coat Booth Manufacturer in India & Gel Spray Booth Supplier in India
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a gel spray booth?
A gel spray booth is a specialised spray enclosure for applying gel coat — a polyester or vinyl ester resin layer that forms the outer surface of FRP, fibreglass and composite products. The booth handles styrene-laden vapours and sticky resin overspray that conventional paint booths can't process safely.
Why is a gel spray booth different from a paint booth?
Gel coat is significantly thicker than paint, contains styrene monomer and is applied using chopper guns instead of standard atomisers. The booth needs heavy-duty exhaust, styrene-rated filtration, ATEX-classified electricals and resin-resistant ducting, walls and floors that won't degrade from continuous contact.
What is gel coat used for?
Gel coat forms the smooth, glossy, UV-resistant outer skin of FRP boats, swimming pools, bath tubs, automotive composite body panels, architectural cladding, FRP fence panels and wind-turbine blades. It provides colour, surface durability and protection from weathering and chemical attack.
Which industries use gel spray booths?
Marine boat and yacht builders, FRP product manufacturers, swimming pool fabricators, sanitaryware producers (bathtubs and shower cubicles), automotive composite parts, architectural cladding fabricators, wind-turbine blade producers and FRP fence manufacturers.
How is overspray handled in a gel spray booth?
Heavy-duty fibreglass overspray pads capture sticky resin droplets before they reach the blower. Floors are treated with release agents or covered with disposable polyethylene sheeting that's replaced daily. Sticky overspray is cleared regularly to prevent build-up that could create fire risk.
Are gel spray booths used in marine manufacturing?
Yes. Marine yacht and small boat builders use gel spray booths extensively. Booth size typically accommodates full hull moulds — 8–15 m long booths with overhead gantries for operator access to large vessels. Some boat plants build dedicated gel coat booths separate from final assembly painting areas.
Can the booth handle FRP and composite work?
Yes. Gel spray booths handle gel coat application, chopper-gun spray-up of fibreglass and resin, hand lay-up moulding and resin infusion processes. Booth ventilation is sized to handle the heaviest styrene loading expected during peak production cycles, including multiple operators working simultaneously.
What ventilation is required for gel coat spraying?
Gel coat releases significant styrene vapour during application. Booths need 50–100 air changes per hour, ATEX-rated motors and electricals, sealed ducting and exhaust stack height per local Pollution Control Board norms — significantly higher airflow than standard paint booths to keep styrene below TLV.
What is the cost of a gel spray booth?
The cost of a gel spray booth varies depending on size, type, and automation. Key factors include booth dimensions, air change rate, ATEX safety class, filtration grade, sticky-resin handling features and any conveyor or platform integration. Contact us or send enquiry for exact cost.
Does Autocoat install gel spray booths in India?
Yes. Autocoat designs, manufactures and installs gel spray booths across India for FRP, marine and composite manufacturers. Each installation includes commissioning, ventilation testing, ATEX safety verification, fire-safety setup, operator PPE briefing and full training on styrene handling.