Explore the dynamic partnership between DeGeest and MVP in the manufacturing industry, driving innovation and excellence through advanced technology and collaboration.
Derek DeGeest, President of DeGeest Corporation & LestaUSA, and Drew Simmons, Director of Sales North America for MVP (Magnum Venus Products) discusses their newly formed partnership in the composites industry.
This partnership has been a long time in the making and we could not be more proud or excited about the opportunity to help the composites industry together!
Magnum Venus Products equipment knowledge combined with LestaUSA’s Self-Learning Painting & Finishing Robots automation expertise, will provide composites manufacturers the peace of mind that they’re investing in their future with proven solutions that have been specifically designed for their industry.
Lesta robots are self-learning with no advanced programming required enabling the operator to teach the robot directly in weightless mode that results in precise control over every aspect of movement and gun operation. Operators can fine-tune gun angles, trigger pulls, speed, and spray technique. Multiple recipes can be recorded in real-time and saved for future use, ensuring consistent and high-quality production.
Lesta robots implement several functions, such as:
• Automatic washing position after each cycle
• Glass fiber dispensing dosage
• Management of gelcoat and resin valves
LestaUSA has changed the way manufacturers approach robotics, streamlining the integration process, and allowing manufacturers to start producing robotically within a day of installation.
These solutions come from the decades of satisfied European composites manufacturers robotically spraying gel coat and fiberglass chopping from Lesta and MVP Italia! The Lesta self-learning robot system is designed to be user-friendly, with features like automatic controls for adjusting resin off-ratio, making it accessible for operators on the production line to optimize coating processes without extensive training or expertise.
“At LestaUSA, we’re dedicated to revolutionizing the way manufacturers approach robotic integration.” - President of LestaUSA, Derek DeGeest
The partnership between DeGeest and MVP in the manufacturing industry aims to revolutionize the composite industry through cutting-edge Lesta self-learning robots and the nitrogen technology of Nitrotherm. This collaboration focuses on integrating automation to enhance productivity and efficiency while addressing workforce challenges.
Discover how the integration of Nitrotherm is revolutionizing production processes, enhancing coating quality, increasing transfer efficiency, and reducing costs.
Nitrotherm improves production in several ways:
Enhanced Coating Quality: By filtering compressed air to remove moisture and impurities, the Nitrotherm unit ensures a consistent supply of nitrogen, an inert gas that improves coating quality by reducing defects like drips and sags
Increased Transfer Efficiency: The unit allows for decreased spraying pressures, leading to better atomization of coatings and reduced overspray. This results in higher transfer efficiency, meaning more of the coating material reaches the intended surface.
Cost Savings: The improved transfer efficiency and reduced material waste translate into cost savings for manufacturers as they use less coating material to achieve the desired finish.
Improved Uniformity: The nitrogen gas provided by the Nitrotherm unit helps in achieving a more uniform film build, ensuring a consistent and high-quality finish across the coated surface
The partnership embodies a commitment to challenging the status quo, pushing boundaries, and continuously elevating industry standards. By leveraging technology, expertise, and a forward-thinking approach, these companies are poised to lead the way in shaping the future of fiberglass and gelcoat spray.
We look forward to presenting together at CAMX - The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo and learning about your current manual composites finishing operations!
Special thanks are extended to Drew Simmons for discussing the partnership and combining solutions, technology, and expertise to bring automation to customers.
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