Hex Chrome Reduction Ventilation Upgrades

Location: Everett, Washington

Support: 13 Paint Stations; 3 Aircrafts

Project Description 

A leading aerospace manufacturer selected Casne Engineering to support ventilation upgrades to 13 paint stations for their primary production lines where hexavalent chrome-based coatings are applied to the various sections of the aircraft. These upgrades were made to the ventilation systems to comply with new OSHA regulations, improve production, and reduce paint overspray and waste. In addition, Casne Engineering was responsible for the design, checkout, and installation of custom motor control panels, most with VFDs. They also interfaced with the Honeywell DDC system for fan speed control and system monitoring. This included programming, checkout, and commissioning of the custom VFDs panels. Additionally, Casne Engineering will work with electrical systems conforming to NFPA Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D on the plant floor. This project was awarded the "Design Excellence Silver Award" in the Complexity Category by the ACEC Washington.