Industrial Oven Solutions for the Automotive Industry
INTEK Corporation offers a comprehensive line of industrial ovens specifically designed for the demanding needs of the automotive industry. Our ovens go beyond typical vinyl and leather processing to contribute to various stages of automotive parts manufacturing.
Key Processes Supported by Intek Ovens
Paint Drying & Curing
Our ovens ensure a flawless finish by efficiently drying and curing paints applied to automotive parts.
Part De-Embrittlement
Certain automotive components become brittle during forming. INTEK ovens utilize controlled heat to restore their ductility.
Curing Coatings on Glass & Metal
INTEK ovens provide the precise temperature and environment for curing coatings on various automotive components like windshields, trim panels, and brake pads.
Preheating & Softening
For proper forming or assembly, some automotive parts, (like seat covers) require controlled preheating to soften materials.
Curing Sealants
INTEK ovens create the ideal conditions to cure sealants used throughout a vehicle.
Features of INTEK Automotive Ovens
- Temperature Control: Our ovens offer precise temperature control systems, offering standard tolerances of +/- 15°F for consistent and reliable results.
- Batch or Conveyorized Ovens: We offer both batch and conveyorized ovens to suit your specific production line needs and throughput requirements.
- Customizable Designs: INTEK understands that every automotive application is unique. That’s why we provide custom oven design solutions to meet your exact specifications.
- Efficiency: Our ovens are designed for optimal heat transfer and energy efficiency, reducing your operating costs.
Benefits of Using INTEK Ovens in Automotive Manufacturing
- Improved Quality: Precise temperature control ensures consistent and high-quality finishes on all automotive parts.
- Increased Production Speeds: INTEK ovens can optimize your heating processes to improve overall production line throughput.
- Reduced Floor Space: Our space-saving oven designs can help you maximize your production area.
- Free Initial Product Testing: INTEK offers complimentary in-house product testing to validate our ovens suitability for your specific application.
Applications of INTEK Ovens in Automotive Manufacturing
- Curing vinyl and leather for seats and interiors
- Preheating and softening seat covers for easier assembly
- Curing powder coating on brake pads
- Annealing polycarbonate trim panels and headlamp lenses
- Drying paint for automotive finishing
- Setting acrylic resins for electronic thermosets
- Curing sealants used throughout a vehicle
Case Studies
Innovative Solutions: Dual Conveyor Continuous Oven for Precision Electric Motor Curing
Innovative Electric Convection Conveyor Oven: Precision Engineering for Efficient Drying and Curing of Plant-Based Materials
Precise Thermal Control: INTEK’s Electric Convection Oven for Plastic Adhesive Activation
Precision Heat Symphony: Crafting Excellence in INTEK’s Convection Preheat Oven
Why Choose INTEK for Your Automotive Ovens?
INTEK Corporation has extensive experience in providing industrial oven solutions for the automotive industry. We offer a wide range of ovens, all designed and built to meet your specific needs. Additionally, we back our products with exceptional customer service and support. Contact INTEK today to discuss your automotive oven requirements!