Product Finishes

Design Engineering

In addition to providing the best products finishing technology, we give you the tools and process to put that technology to the fullest use.  The Sherwin-Williams Design Engineering Group can create a custom finishing line solution for qualified customers - whether you need to streamline, upgrade, or design a new turn-key solution.

Optimize material and energy use.
Optimize safety and productivity.
Maximize efficiency.
Minimize cost and labor.

For Existing Systems
We do more than supply materials and consultations, we objectively assess not only the technical aspects of your finishing line, but the human factors that influence your process and business objectives.

  • Complete finishing line audits to identify efficiencies and sustainability opportunities
  • Assist in meeting safety regulations
  • Perform line audits to improve overall system performance

    For New Systems
    Using your goals as our guide, we will create a customized and comprehensive finishing system that combines the best technology with a people-oriented focus on motivation, safety, productivity, and sustainability.

    • Assist in overall design and engineering logistics
    • Design parameters for various liquid and powder systems
    • Define stain and paint kitchen requirements

    Other Services
    The Sherwin-Williams Product Finishes Design Engineering Group does not sell equipment or time-management studies.  We work with you to bring innovative thinking and the latest technology to your product's finish.

    Setup, conduct, and analyze coating application transfer efficiency
    Design experiments and define process parameters for any coating application
    Design clean methods for conveyors and paint fixtures

    A complete solution...  Or an improvement in any part of the process...
    From a single element to an entire system, the Sherwin-Williams Product Finishes Design Engineering Group can add quality and efficiency to any finishing line.  For more information on any of the services listed above or for a complete top-to-bottom overview of our value-added services, any one of which can make your line operate more smoothly and efficiently, click here to contact your local Sherwin-Williams representative