Industrial drying for high-quality surfaces
In modern industrial finishing and coating lines, industrial drying has a decisive influence on quality, process stability and speed. It stabilises the coating films, prevents surface defects and enables reproducible results - regardless of the material, geometry or layer structure.
At Venjakob, we combine thermal, radiation-based and convective processes to create customised, efficient drying solutions for wood, furniture, plastics, construction elements, metals, glass and technical components.
Industrial drying consists of precisely coordinated processes: Flash-off after coating in industrial production, coating drying (convection), IR/UV drying as well as cooling in industrial coating lines. At Venjakob, these steps can be combined on a modular basis and precisely matched to the material, geometry and line speed. In automated coating lines, drying follows a clearly structured process sequence in which each phase takes on a defined task and contributes to consistently high surface quality.
Advantages of industrial drying
Precisely controlled industrial drying determines quality, speed and process reliability in coating. Controlled heat, air and energy inputs ensure stable film formation and reproducible results - regardless of material or geometry. At the same time, efficient drying reduces energy consumption and keeps the line within the optimum process window.
- Stable film formation thanks to defined temperature and air control
- Short cycle times thanks to fast evaporation or IR/UV activation
- High process reliability with varying materials and layer thicknesses
- Integration and standardised data management via our process monitoring system
- Energy-efficient, space-saving concepts for low operating costs
The requirements for energy efficiency, safety and resource conservation are constantly increasing in modern coating processes. Industrial drying systems make an important contribution to this by reducing emissions, utilising energy in a targeted manner and creating stable process conditions. Optimised air, radiation and climate control systems reduce consumption, increase operational safety and improve the environmental balance of the entire coating line.
Future trends in industrial drying
New developments are focussing on energy efficiency, adaptive process control and intelligent networking. Modern technologies enable precise film formation, high line speeds and sustainable production processes.
- UV LED systems for low-energy curing
- adaptive climate zones for water-based coatings
- smart temperature control for varying geometries
- integrated control and data transparency via VEN CONTROL
What does industrial drying involve?
All steps that dry coatings using heat, radiation or air conditioning.
What processes are involved in industrial drying?
Flash-off after coating in industrial production, convection, IR, UV as well as cooling in industrial coating lines.
How do I choose the right industrial drying processes?
The selection depends on the material, coating system, layer thickness and line speed.
Why is flash-off after coating in industrial production important?
It prevents skin formation and ensures a clean film formation.
When do you cool down?
After drying, to make surfaces printable and stackable.
Which industries use these processes?
Wood/furniture, plastics technology, construction elements, metals processing, component manufacturing.
We are happy to advise you
Would you like to find out more about our systems, processes or solutions - or do you already have a specific project in mind? Our contacts are on hand to provide you with expert advice, technical expertise and many years of experience.
Gert große Deters
Business Unit Manager for General Industry & Automotive
Telephone: +49 5242 9603-184E-mail: ed.bokajnev@sretedessorg.treg
Christian Streit
Head of Wood | Building Materials Division
Telephone: +49 5242 9603-162E-mail: ed.bokajnev@tierts.naitsirhc
