Lemont, IL

Resicom Project Coordinator Brian Perla and Technician Arnulfo Cantu headed north to Edmonton Canda to attend comprehensive training on electrostatic painting techniques. The training was conducted by a leading expert in the field and hosted by a prominent manufacturer of the electrostatic painting equipment.

As modern science as electrostatic painting may seem, this technique for painting metal was actually invented in 1938.  During the process, a high voltage is applied to paint inside the sprayer gun. The paint particles become negatively charged, as when released from the sprayer search for a surface (such as metal) that has a positive charge to which it then bonds.  The benefits of this system feature low paint overspray and mess, cost effective use of material, and the “wrap” effect in which the paint appears to bend around corners.

One of its downsides is that it traditional has only been successful with solvent based paint products. As new VOC regulations are becoming more prevalent, most traditional paint products are eliminated from electrostatic paint use.

The training addressed both current limitations and new advancements in both equipment and product that can make water-based electrostatic painting possible.

“I am excited about the new developments,” said Perla. “It is ironic how this technique went from one of the more toxic methods of paint applications to the greenest. You combine the low overspray application with the VOC compliment paint and you have a breakthrough in the industry.”

Resicom believes in the bold pursuit of normal.  It should be normal that the companies you hire make you better.  It should also be normal that we strive towards innovations that promote environmentally sustainable solutions.

Resicom Solution Team Members traveled to Orlando this past weekend attend the national PRSM (Professional Retail Store Maintenance) conference.   The April 18 – 20th conference provides an opportunity for top retailers and service providers to network, attend educational seminars and discuss industry trends while building progressive relationships.

Resicom Executive VPs Rick Detres and Michael Fairclough will be in attendance along with National Business Development Manager Marty Durkin and Project Developer Brian Perla.

“PRSM is the largest Retail Facility Management Conference that offers robust both educational programs and excellent networking opportunities,” says Durkin.

Resicom is committed to the bold pursuit of what normal should be.  It should be normal that the vendors retail facility management hires make their company stronger.  Resicom will continually strive to clarify objectives for our retail clients by providing solutions and options that other companies can’t.

Lemont, IL

Resicom representatives recently returned from the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America and SSPC (The Society for Protective Coatings) annual conference in Phoenix Arizona. The premiere paint and coating show provided Resicom Project Developer Brian Perla the chance to participate in hands-on educational demonstrations and seminars, while meeting with industry colleagues.
Resicom is committed to exploring innovation that helps facility maintenance management make savvy spending decisions. Perla believes the conference was invaluable providing applicable insight regarding new green technologies in coatings, advancements in waterborne dye stains and urethanes, and new sprayer technologies. Perla found the experience share regarding and general industry trends in response to the current economic climate extremely beneficial.
“It’s always exciting to see painting industry experts together in one place,” says Perla. “The new technologies being developed are unlike anything seen before. Being informed and educated on new coatings and applications is a service we can then provide to our clients to help solve their facility challenges.”

Resicom is committed to the bold pursuit of what normal should be. It should be normal that the vendors facility managers hire make their business stronger. Therefore, Resicom is completely committed to development. Resicom believes that only through our own training, education and self-awareness can we be of greater value to our clients.