TECHNIPAINT was launched in 1982 as a specialised manufacturer and distributor of the ELVOLAC brand. Since then, its evolution has been prolific, having diversified into the manufacturing of resins and paints. This growth has allowed TECHNIPAINT to deliver cost-effective and quality advantages to our customers.

TECHNIPAINT successfully manufactures and distributes a wide range of different industrial standard products, which include resins, primers, coatings, treatments and paints for the wood, metal and plastic manufacturing industries. We have a very well-trained distribution network in all the main provinces in South Africa and go out of our way to deliver absolute client satisfaction through our extensive know-how, tailor-made products and industry expertise.

The TECHNIPAINT/ELVOLAC Difference Prior to 2004, we either distributed products manufactured by other paint manufacturers, mainly Dulux who exited the wood and industrial coatings market in 2002, or made our own products using resins from other manufacturers. We identified a growing need in the domestic market to supply the same quality coatings used in global markets, mainly polyurethane and water-based products. To be cost-effective and control the quality; from the resins to the formulating of lacquers and paints, we had to do it ourselves. With the resources we now have from both resin and paint chemists, we are able to formulate specialised products to suit our customers’ needs.

HEALTH & SAFETY OF OUR CUSTOMERS

The health and safety of the people who come into contact with our products are of paramount importance. We provide safe paints and coatings to the South African marketplace that offer not only long-lasting protection to surfaces, but also to customers. Material safety data sheets are available for all products so the end user will be aware of the composition of the paint and can take the necessary protective measures.

HEALTH & SAFETY OF OUR PEOPLE

Eco-awareness is implemented from the top down, with all employees following processes and practices that uphold our environmental, health and safety values. Occupational health and safety processes as prescribed by the industry are followed in order to safeguard our employees and ensure a safe working environment where staff can flourish. Staff receive ongoing safety training, protective gear while on the job and each batch of paint produced follows a strict safety plan with prescribed checklists to follow.

Overview

The X-Rite RM200QC Imaging Spectrocolorimeter is a handheld unit that simplifies color measurement from incoming material to outgoing product shipments. It is designed to provide stable color comparisons for materials and products wherever color control is important. It is an elegant, portable instrument that fits comfortably in your hand or pocket to take with you wherever you go – from the quality control lab to the manufacturing floor to supplier inspections in the field.

Key Benefits

When color requirements are stringent, relying solely on visual evaluation and comparison to physical color swatches can be problematic, as they can be damaged or deteriorate over time. In addition, since everyone sees color differently, and color perception is affected by lighting and other conditions, using a color measurement instrument, such as the affordable RM200QC, removes uncertainty and boosts color quality. The RM200QC was specifically designed with quality control professionals and production managers in mind.

• Simply upload Pantone, Munsell or any other standards, set tolerances, and quickly see pass/fail indicators when measurements are taken, taking the emotion out of color evaluation and speeding customer approvals.
• Create and store up to 30 standards using the averaging function for highest accuracy. An easy-to-understand color plot shows the difference between the standard and the sample being measured.
• Eliminate issues related to staff experience; everyone uses the same convenient, reliable device with an easy pass/fail indication based on approved standards.
• Use the RM200QC to control variations between lab formulation production and final goods, including control of batch-to-batch variations during the manufacturing process, reducing waste and rework.