Education Booths
Platinum Finishing Systems a leading innovator in paint booth technology, specializes in manufacturing a comprehensive array of high-performance paint booths, prep environments, mix rooms, and curing technology tailored specifically for educational institutions across North America. Catering to a diverse spectrum of schools, from high schools to universities and technical colleges, PFS offers an extensive product line suitable for various types and sizes of educational facilities. Whether it's a compact, bench-style paint booth for a high school's body shop class or a sophisticated automotive finishing environment for a technical college aiming to enhance hands-on trade experiences, PFS provides a wide selection of sizes and configurations of paint booths and finishing equipment, ensuring that educational institutions can find solutions perfectly suited to their requirements.
Standard Educational Booth Package includes:
Educational Booths are equipped with the following:
Our booths meet the rigorous safety standards outlined in NFPA-33, the highest-level safety code in the USA for the spray application of flammable or combustible materials.
These models have undergone thorough testing and hold certification as ETL-Certified Booths by Intertek/ETL (Edison Testing Labs). They are also recognized by OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) as NRTLs (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories). This certification is often required by local authorities to ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance.
Rest assured, ETL certification is included with your purchase!
ETL Certification included with your purchase
- Assembly instructions
- UL-approved components
- We can customize to meet your requirements
- Doors: wide entrance doors with tempered glass windows & Personnel Door.
- Filters: 20" x 20" Fiber Glass and Blanket Type filters
- Panels: Air-tight, 18 gauge galvanized prime steel fastened with 5/16" bolts.
- Lighting: LED Lighting or T8 Lighting four tube 4’Light fixtures ETL listed
- Fans: Tube Axial Fans with non-sparking blades Motor Sizes Vary with booth size.
- Meets NFPA 33 & OSHA 1910 guidelines (check your local codes for local permit requirements)
- Optional : Powder coating, height extension, LED lighting.
- All quality components proudly made in the USA!
Types of Education Booths
Education booths are specialized environments designed for hands-on learning, equipment training, and safety practices across various disciplines. These booths play a crucial role in instructional settings, such as colleges and technical institutes, by providing safe, controlled environments for students. Below is a detailed overview of the different booth types and their applications in education.
1. Crossflow Education Booths
Overview:
Crossflow booths use horizontal airflow to ensure effective ventilation and dust control, making them ideal for a wide range of educational uses.
Key Features:
- Airflow Direction: Air enters through filters on one side and exits through the opposite side.
- Filtration: Multi-layer filters capture overspray and particulates, promoting safety.
- Space Utilization: Designed to accommodate larger equipment or projects.
Examples in Education Settings:
- Technical Institutes: Automotive painting or bodywork classes where students practice safe spray techniques.
- Art Programs: Painting and sculpture projects with controlled fumes and particulate management.
2. Side Downdraft Education Booths
Overview:
Side downdraft booths feature airflow systems that pull air downward from the ceiling and exhaust it through side-mounted filters.
Key Features:
- Airflow Direction: Ensures a clean environment by removing contaminants from above.
- Side Exhaust System: Efficiently captures particulates for enhanced safety.
- Enhanced Visibility: Provides clear views, essential for hands-on learning.
Examples in Education Settings:
- Craft and Design Courses: Ideal for woodworking or metalworking with machinery.
- Engineering Programs: Used for chemical experiments in a controlled environment.
3. Downdraft Education Booths
Overview:
Downdraft booths utilize vertical airflow to create clean zones free from overspray and contaminants, ensuring a safe and effective workspace.
Key Features:
- Airflow Direction: Draws air downward for superior contaminant control.
- Floor Filtration: Integrated systems simplify cleanup and reduce hazards.
- Large Capacity: Accommodates larger projects and equipment.
Examples in Education Settings:
- Manufacturing and Fabrication Programs: Students can work on large-scale projects like automotive or aerospace components.
- Environmental Science Labs: Facilitates experiments involving hazardous materials safely.
4. Semi-Downdraft Education Booths
Overview:
Semi-downdraft booths combine vertical and side airflow systems for balanced and versatile ventilation.
Key Features:
- Airflow Direction: Balanced airflow from the ceiling and sides.
- Dual Filtration: Overhead and side filters maximize contaminant capture.
- Versatility: Suitable for diverse educational applications.
Examples in Education Settings:
- Health and Safety Training: Instruction on handling chemicals and hazardous materials
- Art and Design Studios: Supports various artistic processes in a clean environment.
5. Vertical Downdraft Education Booths
Overview:
Vertical downdraft booths are compact and designed for precision work on vertical surfaces and smaller projects.
Key Features:
- Airflow Direction:Tailored airflow for vertical panels and detailed tasks.
- Focused Filtration: Effectively captures particulates during intricate work.
- Compact Design: Perfect for smaller labs and workshops.
Examples in Education Settings:
- Graphic Design and Illustration Programs: Supports vertical art projects and signage creation.
- Electronics Training: Ideal for soldering and assembly tasks in controlled environments.
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Why Choose PFS Educational Booths
Our educational line of paint booths are the perfect choice for your high school, university, trade school, and other institutions! We build anything from small parts booths to large automotive size paint booths and everything in between!
PFS designs and manufactures all paint booth models in-house, ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry standards. Whether you’re using solvent-based, waterborne, or a combination of coatings, PFS has the solution for you. We can craft a custom booth tailored to your precise needs and requirements, all while exceeding NFPA, OSHA, and ETL requirements.
At PFS, we design and manufacture all paint booth models in-house to ensure efficiency and compliance. Whether you’re working with solvent-based, waterborne, or a combination of coatings, PFS has you covered. We can create a custom solution tailored to your specific needs and requirements.
Rest assured, all our booths exceed NFPA, OSHA, and ETL requirements, guaranteeing safety and quality.
- ETL listed manufacturer
- Best pricing in the industry
- Lowest lead times in the industry
- Fully customizable paint booths
- Certified in all US states
- Exceed all local and national codes
- Modular paint booths can be expanded
- National service and installation
Design and Construction
At PFS, all our paint booths are crafted from durable 18GA galvanized steel and precision-machined using CNC equipment. This ensures a perfect fit and finish, accompanied by straightforward assembly instructions. Our booths feature a hassle-free assembly process with nut, bolt, and self-tapper components for easy installation.
Moreover, our paint booths undergo a powder coating process, making them resistant to corrosion and UV damage. This not only enhances durability but also results in a brilliant white finish, improving visibility both inside and outside the booth.
Quality Products
All our spray booths are proudly crafted in-house at our Santa Rosa, CA facility. We oversee every step of the manufacturing process, guaranteeing the industry’s finest spray booth quality at competitive prices. Each element of your booth is meticulously designed and tailored to precise specifications.
What’s more, we hold ETL listings and approvals across all jurisdictions, streamlining the approval process and ensuring a faster return on investment (ROI).
Air Filtration
PFS employs a cutting-edge “high-velocity” exhaust system, which is enhanced by fiberglass exhaust filters to create a pristine, dust-free environment. Every booth we ship comes equipped with standard 20×20 heavy-duty fiberglass exhaust filters and tacky intake filters.
Fans and Motors
PFS fan and motor packages are sourced from the renowned U.S. manufacturer Grainger’s. These packages are proudly U.S. manufactured and boast AMCA certification, spark-resistant aluminum blades, and high-efficiency 3-phase and 1-phase motors with 208/230/460v compatibility.
Our belt-driven tube axial fans feature a streamlined belt tunnel that draws in outside air to ventilate the drive compartment efficiently. The steel housing undergoes an iron phosphate process for rust protection and is finished with a durable acrylic epoxy paint. The factory-installed cast-iron sheave is directly assembled on the fan shaft. When you order the complete fan with drive package, motors and belts are packed separately.
Rest assured, these fan and motor packages are engineered for exceptional longevity, surpassing any other combination in the market.
Parts and Accessories
PFS paint booths are shipped complete with all essential components, including nuts, bolts, gaskets, caulking, tempered glass for light covers, detailed instruction manuals, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams, parts manuals, and a comprehensive parts list that outlines every included item.
Optional Items
- Tri-fold Doors
- Upgraded LED lighting
- Double Wall insulated panels
- Viewing windows
- Filtration systems
- Cooling systems (on applicable models)
- Heating systems (on applicable models)
- Humidity Controls (on applicable models)
- Motor upgrades
- Roof height extensions
- Powder coating
Made in the USA
At PFS, we take pride in our in-house manufacturing of paint booths and enclosures, ensuring top-notch quality and competitive pricing. We are committed to ongoing innovation and design enhancements to meet local and national codes and requirements. Contact us today to discuss a custom solution for your next project!
Key Points of Our Educational Booths
ETL-Certified Safety:
Meets high standards for the safe application of flammable materials, recognized by OSHA.
Customizable Solutions:
Offers a variety of sizes and configurations to fit different educational environments, from high schools to technical colleges.
Comprehensive Features:
Equipped with essential safety and operational components, including LED lighting, fiberglass filters, and wide entrance doors.
Educational Focus:
Designed to enhance hands-on learning experiences in auto body classes and technical education programs.
Choosing the Right Booth for Your Needs
Each booth type—Crossflow, Side Downdraft, Downdraft, Semi-Downdraft, and Vertical Downdraft—offers unique advantages tailored to specific applications. By understanding the features and benefits of each design, you can select the optimal solution to ensure superior finishes and safe operations.
Need help deciding?
Call us today to speak with an expert and find the perfect booth for your needs!