What is Side Draft Booth..?
Side Draft Booth
Side Draft Paint Booth
Side Draft Spray Booth
As per OSHA Standards effectiveness of the Side Draft Paint Booth is dependent upon air draft in the direction of spray painting by painter is inside the Side Draft Paint Booth. So in a Side Draft Paint Booth open from front side air draft moves towards exhaust chamber & thus over sprayed particle (paint particle) moves towards exhaust chamber along with direction of air draft.
So it has to be always remembered that in the Side Draft Painting Booth, Component will be rotated with the different devices like Turntable, Scissor lift with the Turntable, Rotating Hanger suspended from top, Hoist with the rotating Hook & similar devices. With such devices Painter remains at same location & Spray Painting of all sides of the component is possible inside Side Draft Painting Booth.
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Indian Painting BoothSide Draft Painting Booths are useful for small or heavy components, where painting is done standing in one position.
For Painting of heavier components like Pump, Electric Motors, Valves, Engines, Gear Box Autocoat has developed & supplied Specials Side Draft Painting Booths with Monorail & Hoist (volume 10 Nos. 100nos. /shift.) Such Autocoat combination Side Draft Painting Booths is well accepted & extremely popular. Side Draft Booth can be Dry Type or Water Type depending upon paint consumption.
Autocoat Side Draft Paint Booth fulfils.
Autocoat Engineering is the most experienced Side Draft Spray Booth Manufacturer since last 40 years in India. Autocoat Engineering have been manufacturing superior quality Side Draft Spray Booth among other valuable products. We have wide experience of manufacturing Side Draft Paint Booth with different material handling and different product size , and different production volume.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a side draft booth?
A side draft booth pulls air horizontally across the working area, with intake filters on one side wall and exhaust filters on the opposite side. This horizontal airflow design eliminates the need for a floor pit, simplifies civil work, and reduces capital cost — making it popular for SME body shops and component painting.
How does horizontal airflow work in a side draft?
Air enters through filters along one side wall (often the front), flows horizontally past the painted component, and exhausts through arrestor filters on the opposite side wall. Velocity is typically 0.5-0.8 m/s through the working zone. Twin-blower systems balance intake and exhaust to maintain slight positive pressure inside the cabin.
When is side draft better than downdraft?
Side draft is better when budget is constrained, no civil pit excavation is possible, finish requirements are mid-tier rather than OEM Class-A, or the painted component is small to medium in size. It's the preferred design for repair body shops, two-wheeler OEMs, valve and pump manufacturers, and general industrial component finishing.
Are side draft booths suitable for body shops?
Yes. Side draft is widely used in independent and dealership body shops because it gives a clean, professional finish at lower capex than downdraft. With good intake filtration, balanced airflow, and proper operator technique, side draft delivers excellent results for car, two-wheeler, and light commercial vehicle refinish work.
Do side draft booths need floor pits?
No. Side draft booths sit on a flat floor with no excavation needed — one of their biggest advantages over downdraft. Civil preparation is limited to a level concrete slab, drainage point, and electrical incoming. Installation can begin within days of order delivery, versus weeks for pit-based downdraft systems.
What is the cost-benefit of side draft over downdraft?
Side draft saves capital expense by eliminating pit civil work and reducing structural height, simplifies installation, and shortens commissioning time. The trade-off is slightly lower finish quality and less uniform airflow compared to downdraft. For most non-OEM Indian users, side draft offers excellent value-for-money. Contact us for tailored design options.
Can side draft booths handle heavy commercial vehicles?
Yes. Larger side draft booths handle light commercial vehicles, mini-trucks, ambulances, and mid-size buses. For very large coach or bus painting, downdraft or specialised cross-draft is preferred because horizontal airflow over very long surfaces can cause uneven overspray distribution. Autocoat advises the right design during site survey.
How is exhaust managed in a side draft booth?
Exhaust filters are mounted on the opposite side wall, capturing overspray before air reaches the centrifugal blower. The blower then discharges through a vertical exhaust stack rising above the building roof. Stack height meets PCB minimum norms for paint vapour dispersion. Autocoat sizes ducting and stack to local Indian regulations.
What is the cost of a side draft booth?
The cost of a side draft booth varies depending on size, type, and automation. Key factors include booth dimensions, airflow rate, intake filter grade, lighting count, blower power, heating option, and customisation for component or vehicle type. Contact us or send enquiry for exact cost matched to your facility.
Does Autocoat install side draft booths nationwide?
Yes. Autocoat designs, manufactures, ships, and installs side draft paint booths anywhere in India — Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Punjab, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, Pune, and the North-East. Each installation includes commissioning, operator training, safety checks, and ongoing service through our network of regional engineers and AMC partners.