Industrial Equipment Painting at Kwikset Manufacturing Facility
in Denison, TX
Services Performed
Machinery Painting
Location
Denison, TX
Client and Facility Overview
Kwikset, a division of Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) and part of the global ASSA ABLOY group, operates a manufacturing facility in Denison, Texas. As a leading manufacturer of residential locksets and security solutions, their facility houses specialized manufacturing equipment crucial to their production processes. ASSA ABLOY, with operations in over 70 countries and 52,000 employees worldwide, maintains strict standards for equipment maintenance and facility operations to ensure consistent product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
Requested Maintenance
The client requested professional cleaning and painting services for manufacturing equipment at their Denison facility. The scope included:
- Surface Restoration: Complete cleaning and repainting of industrial machinery to match existing equipment
- Aesthetic Alignment: Color matching to maintain consistent appearance with other facility machines
- Protective Finishing: Application of industrial-grade primers and coatings to protect equipment surfaces
- Environmental Compliance: All work to be performed following proper industrial safety protocols and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
Decision Driver and Timing
The project was driven by the need to maintain equipment appearance and protection within Kwikset's manufacturing facility. With an estimated timeline of 3-4 days, the work was planned to align with the facility's operational schedule while ensuring proper completion of all surface preparation and coating applications. The timing framework demonstrated Kwikset's proactive approach to equipment maintenance, essential for a leading manufacturer of security solutions.
Scope of Work
Surface Preparation:
- Application of industrial degreaser with thorough wipe-down of machine surfaces
- Targeted scraping of problem areas as needed
- Comprehensive sanding of blue areas to create proper surface profile for coating adhesion
Protection Measures:
- Strategic masking of machine components to prevent overspray
- Installation of protective barriers to contain paint drips
- Implementation of Controlled Access Zone (CAZ) with clear boundary marking
Coating Application:
- Prime Coat: Application of Sherwin Williams Kem Kromik Metal Primer
- Final Finish: Sherwin Williams Industrial Enamel in matching gray color
- Quality Control: Careful removal of masking materials to ensure clean finish
Safety Protocol:
- Strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and Painters USA safety standards
- Implementation of proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
- Required use of PPE including protective gloves, spray suits, facial respirators, hard hats, steel-toe boots, and safety glasses
- Clear designation of work areas with safety cones and caution tape
- Certified lift operators and mandatory safety harness use for elevated work
Notable Details
Client Satisfaction
The project was executed according to plan with strict adherence to both ASSA ABLOY's exacting standards and Painters USA's comprehensive safety protocols. The restoration work aligned with the facility's operational requirements while maintaining the professional appearance expected of a global leader in security solutions. The clear project parameters, detailed safety measures, and efficient execution timeline of 3-4 days demonstrated Painters USA's ability to meet the specific needs of sophisticated manufacturing environments.
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