10Q Paint Robot

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The Future of Industrial Coating Application

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April 11 2024

Qlayers' 10Q robot is the industry's first automated paint robot that transforms the manual method of coating large-scale storage tanks into a semi-automated, efficient, and safe process. Our innovative robotic solution enables clients to improve the efficiency and productivity of their coating projects while preserving the environment from overspray contamination.

During the application process, the workers can operate the robot from a safe distance on the ground using the user-friendly control system. Replacing manual work with the robotic solution reduces the number of working hours at dangerous heights by up to 80%, minimizing the risks of possible injuries caused by working on suspended platforms and scaffolding.

In addition, 10Q robots are equipped with Qlayers' patented spray shielding system that prevents overspray from being released into the air. Eliminating overspray is a great advantage of this technology which makes the spray coating process cleaner and safer for workers and the environment.

Since the first test pilot in late 2019, Qlayers' 10Q robots have been deployed in over 20 coating projects and demos at tank terminals in Europe, the UK, APAC and the USA.

Pros & Limitations

Coating speed of >200 m²/h

Consistent automated performance

Autonomous lane switching and positioning

80% Less working hours at dangerous heights

Virtually no overspray outside the patented shielding system (hood)

Environmental-friendly process due to overspray elimination

90% Transfer efficiency

All layer thicknesses are possible

Guarantees good spray results in up to a wind force of 4 Bft

Mobile system, easily transportable

Up to 50% more paint efficient

Can work with all industry state-of-the-art coatings

Tank limitation to maximum height of tank 30m

Specification

Specification Title	Specification Description
Theme/Discipline	Blasting & Coating
Core Tech	Robot
Areas of Application	Storage tanks
Control of Process Flow	Automated quality control on coated areas of the tank.
Accuracy	Accurate layer thickness control and client reporting on key parameters in the application process
Cost	Cost competitive due to fewer man hours and automation.
Environment	Saving up to 20% paint. Virtually no overspray outside the spray shielding system.
Safety	Reduced working at dangerous heights by up to 80%.
Speed	Coating speed of >200m2/hour
Application Conditions	Good spray results up to a wind force of 4 Bft.
Automation	Semi autonomous, easy to operate, user friendly controller.
Maintenance	Daily and weekly maintenance to be done by coating contractor. Service and monthly and yearly maintenance to be done by Qlayers.