Painting Production Line
NASCO Painting Production Line in Egypt
In January 2024, Anjia Coating entered into partnership with NASCO, undertaking the design and construction of a complete vehicle painting production line. This modern painting line encompasses the entire process, including electrophoresis, sealer, PVC, Primer, Topcoat, Clear Coat, and Waxing. The project presented significant technical challenges like tight schedule and complex operating environment. Anjia team overcame numerous obstacles with professional expertise, ultimately completing the task successfully and earning high praise from NASCO.
1. Challenge: A Multinational Journey Starting from Scratch
NASCO is an automotive manufacturing base for local state-owned enterprise, but its painting production line was outdated and in urgent need of upgrading. Anjia Coating successfully won the bid based on its extensive experience in coating field, yet challenges emerged immediately:
①Standard Discrepancies: Environmental requirements and industry standards in Egypt differ from those in China, so our design must comply with both local regulations and international norms.
②Complex Construction Environment: The local industrial foundation is weak, requiring most materials and components to be shipped from China, which resulted in long logistics cycles.
③Tight Schedule: The client demanded the production line be operational within five months, requiring every step to be precise and efficient.
Faced with these difficulties, Anjia quickly assembled a dedicated team and embarked on this multinational tough battle.
2. Design: A Tailored Technical Solution
Painting production lines involve complex processes where every stage must connect seamlessly. Anjia technical team made multiple site visits to Egypt, engaged in in-depth discussions with NASCO engineers, and ultimately finalized a design scheme tailored to their production needs:
①Process Optimization: Considering Egypt's climate (high temperature and dusty), enhancements were made to the sealing performance of spray booths and the filtration efficiency of the air supply systems.
②Intelligent Control: An automated control system was introduced to reduce manual intervention and improve coating consistency.
③Modular Design: To shorten the installation period, core equipment such as drying ovens and spray booths were prefabricated in China and then shipped to Egypt for assembly.
3.Production and Logistics: Racing Against Time
Due to insufficient local industrial support in Egypt, 90% of the equipment needed to be manufactured in China and then transported. The project manager personally supervised production progress. However, in 2024, international shipping was affected by the Red Sea situation, causing a container shortage. Anjia had to adjust its strategy, shipping critical components in batches and assigning dedicated personnel to handle customs clearance.
In the most critical incident, some materials were significantly delayed at the port, threatening to slow down the entire schedule. The project manager made a decisive call to arrange emergency air freight. Although this increased costs, it preserved the overall timeline. In overseas projects, adaptability often proves more crucial than rigid adherence to plan.
4.Installation and Commissioning: Toiling in the Desert
The real test began after the equipment arrived in Egypt. During the local summer, temperatures soared to 45°C (113°F), and the installation team worked over 10 hours daily in the sweltering factory. Language barriers, cultural differences, and tool shortages presented one after another.
①Electrophoresis Sanding Booth Sealing Issue: Due to the local workers' unfamiliarity with the operations, initial trial run revealed dust leakage. Anjia engineers worked through the night to adjust fan parameters and retrain the staff, ultimately meeting environmental standards.
②Topcoat Booth Leveling Problem: The surface showed slight orange peel texture. The technical team identified voltage instability as the cause, which led to fluctuations in baking temperature. Installing voltage stabilizers promptly resolved the issue.
Anjia team was stationed on-site for over six months, coordinating installations by day and holding review meetings by night. They endured the most difficult phases by mutual support.
5. Conclusion: Excellence Forged by Craftsmanship
Anjia team demonstrated the capability of Intelligent Chinese Manufacturing through wisdom and hard work. The success of NASCO projects relies not on individual heroism, but on team conviction and collaboration.
Looking forward, Anjia Coating will continue to leverage technology as its spear and service as its shield, assisting global clients in achieving upgrades and breakthroughs in the coating field, allowing the world to witness the craftsmanship and commitment of Chinese manufacturing!
NASCO Painting Production Line in Egypt
In January 2024, Anjia Coating entered into partnership with NASCO, undertaking the design and construction of a complete vehicle painting production line. This modern painting line encompasses the entire process, including electrophoresis, sealer, PVC, Primer, Topcoat, Clear Coat, and Waxing. The project presented significant technical challenges like tight schedule and complex operating environment. Anjia team overcame numerous obstacles with professional expertise, ultimately completing the task successfully and earning high praise from NASCO.
1. Challenge: A Multinational Journey Starting from Scratch
NASCO is an automotive manufacturing base for local state-owned enterprise, but its painting production line was outdated and in urgent need of upgrading. Anjia Coating successfully won the bid based on its extensive experience in coating field, yet challenges emerged immediately:
①Standard Discrepancies: Environmental requirements and industry standards in Egypt differ from those in China, so our design must comply with both local regulations and international norms.
②Complex Construction Environment: The local industrial foundation is weak, requiring most materials and components to be shipped from China, which resulted in long logistics cycles.
③Tight Schedule: The client demanded the production line be operational within five months, requiring every step to be precise and efficient.
Faced with these difficulties, Anjia quickly assembled a dedicated team and embarked on this multinational tough battle.
2. Design: A Tailored Technical Solution
Painting production lines involve complex processes where every stage must connect seamlessly. Anjia technical team made multiple site visits to Egypt, engaged in in-depth discussions with NASCO engineers, and ultimately finalized a design scheme tailored to their production needs:
①Process Optimization: Considering Egypt's climate (high temperature and dusty), enhancements were made to the sealing performance of spray booths and the filtration efficiency of the air supply systems.
②Intelligent Control: An automated control system was introduced to reduce manual intervention and improve coating consistency.
③Modular Design: To shorten the installation period, core equipment such as drying ovens and spray booths were prefabricated in China and then shipped to Egypt for assembly.
3.Production and Logistics: Racing Against Time
Due to insufficient local industrial support in Egypt, 90% of the equipment needed to be manufactured in China and then transported. The project manager personally supervised production progress. However, in 2024, international shipping was affected by the Red Sea situation, causing a container shortage. Anjia had to adjust its strategy, shipping critical components in batches and assigning dedicated personnel to handle customs clearance.
In the most critical incident, some materials were significantly delayed at the port, threatening to slow down the entire schedule. The project manager made a decisive call to arrange emergency air freight. Although this increased costs, it preserved the overall timeline. In overseas projects, adaptability often proves more crucial than rigid adherence to plan.
4.Installation and Commissioning: Toiling in the Desert
The real test began after the equipment arrived in Egypt. During the local summer, temperatures soared to 45°C (113°F), and the installation team worked over 10 hours daily in the sweltering factory. Language barriers, cultural differences, and tool shortages presented one after another.
①Electrophoresis Sanding Booth Sealing Issue: Due to the local workers' unfamiliarity with the operations, initial trial run revealed dust leakage. Anjia engineers worked through the night to adjust fan parameters and retrain the staff, ultimately meeting environmental standards.
②Topcoat Booth Leveling Problem: The surface showed slight orange peel texture. The technical team identified voltage instability as the cause, which led to fluctuations in baking temperature. Installing voltage stabilizers promptly resolved the issue.
Anjia team was stationed on-site for over six months, coordinating installations by day and holding review meetings by night. They endured the most difficult phases by mutual support.
5. Conclusion: Excellence Forged by Craftsmanship
Anjia team demonstrated the capability of Intelligent Chinese Manufacturing through wisdom and hard work. The success of NASCO projects relies not on individual heroism, but on team conviction and collaboration.
Looking forward, Anjia Coating will continue to leverage technology as its spear and service as its shield, assisting global clients in achieving upgrades and breakthroughs in the coating field, allowing the world to witness the craftsmanship and commitment of Chinese manufacturing!
