The Temperature and Viscosity Blog

Viscosity control follows a logical progression: start with monitoring, implement automated control, and only add temperature management if needed. This staged approach prevents over-engineering while ensuring you address actual problems rather than theoretical ones.

Viscosity cups are the same basic technology that's been around for nearly a century. While these simple gravity-fed devices have their place, they present serious limitations when controlling material viscosity in automated painting applications.

Rising costs, quality control, and evolving regulations are key hurdles for industrial coaters. This blog explores how automation, viscosity control, and smart investments can boost efficiency and competitiveness.

In this short video, we dive into the crucial role of process control in industrial painting systems. When it comes to achieving top-tier paint quality, controlling viscosity is essential. Join us as we explore.

Over the past 30+ years, we have been fortunate to have been included in several migrations from manual applications to automated applications. Last month we visited an automation company, and it made me realize how much more manufacturing will become automated. It seems like as quickly as the experienced workforce is evaporating, the automation equipment...

Rob Gladstone President, Saint Clair Systems View Posts Home » Blog » I control plant temperature. Isn’t that enough for my dispensing application? When we talk about point-of-application fluid temperature…

Somebody asked me the other day, “What’s the payback period on your equipment?” The reality is it varies. Not only the payback period, (which averages about nine months), but the way our customers calculate it. It’s typically not just one thing. Here is a quick summary of common ways companies have been able to justify buying one of our solutions.

Industrial coating process operators experiencing defects should look past the fault of a material supplier's specifications and product and examine the variables that impact material environment. Solution: consider automated viscosity control.

Saint Clair Systems' Jill Christoff shares the process of elimination used in identifying if temperature is negatively impacting your process.

A fresh perspective in understanding the importance of viscosity in industrial fluid dispensing systems.

Controlling temperature in the mix room is a great start, but doesn't control If intermittent quality issues like: transfer efficiency, VOC concerns, or excessive solvent usage. A fully-automated fluid dispensing operation may be needed.

The differences between an inline heater and a temperature control system will make a big difference in your fluid process efficiency.

Monitoring Versus Controlling Viscosity Rob Gladstone President, Saint Clair Systems View Posts Home » Blog » Monitoring Versus Controlling Viscosity Video At Saint Clair Systems, we’re fortunate to be able…

Will your viscosity control and fluid dispensing measuring processes retire when your most valuable employee does?

A Temperature Control System is essential – and so is having the right system for your unique process. We can get you there.

Part III of this series covers the relationship between temperature and viscosity and how variation can affect things like spray pattern and bead profiles.

SCS expert discusses the impact of ambient conditions on particle temperature, and ways to better evaluate and control your coating process. Learn more here.

Part II of this blog series covers the forms rework can take, the loops manufacturers can get stuck in trying to manage it, and how we can move forward.

Solvent reduction initiatives can reduce health risk and improve your facility’s efficiency. Three areas to improve: materials, equipment, and techniques.

How is temperature affecting your fluid dispensing process? The temperature control experts at Saint Clair Systems can evaluate your process. Learn how!

Solvent additives are costly and create health and environmental issues. Saint Clair Systems provides a more efficient alternative. Read about it here!