Complete Finishing Systems Engineered for Your Process
PFS engineers turn-key finishing systems for any configuration: wash lines, powder coating, blast + paint, multi-stage production lines, robotic integration. From consultation through startup — one project manager, one warranty, one installation crew.
Not a paint booth. Not standalone equipment.
A complete production finishing line engineered for your specific parts, volumes, and coating process — delivered production-ready. Turn-key systems include any combination of parts washing, abrasive blasting, liquid or powder coating, cure ovens, material handling, and process controls — engineered as one integrated system, not three vendors and three schedules.
Configurations for any process.
We engineer systems ranging from simple batch setups to complex multi-stage production lines, sized to your parts and throughput.
Wash & Pre-Treatment Systems
Complete parts washing lines with dry-off — for degreasing before coating or standalone cleaning operations. Typical layout: wash booth/tunnel → rinse → dry-off oven → conveyor. Industries: aerospace, automotive, industrial fabrication.
Powder Coating Lines
Automated or batch powder systems with integrated cure ovens and optional recovery. Configurations: batch (booth + oven), automated (wash → dry → powder → cure), high-volume multi-booth lines with reclaim. Industries: heavy equipment, metal fabrication, automotive components.
Liquid Paint Systems
Complete coating lines from booth through cure, with or without conveyor. Configurations: booth + AMU + controls, booth + conveyor + oven, multi-booth production lines, robotic integration. Industries: aerospace, automotive, heavy equipment, industrial.
Multi-Stage Finishing Lines
Complex 4–6 stage processes with full integration — airflow management, conveyor timing, temperature controls, safety interlocks. Examples: 6-stage aerospace (blast → wash → dry → prime → paint → cure), 5-stage heavy equipment, 4-stage industrial powder.
Blast + Paint Lines
Surface prep and coating integrated end-to-end — blast booth with media recovery, paint booth, cure oven, and material handling throughout. One engineering process for both stages instead of two disconnected systems.
Robotic Paint Systems (ORION-R)
6-axis robotic applicators fully integrated with booth, conveyor, and controls — not bolt-on accessories. PFS designs the booth airflow, conveyor timing, and control logic around the robot from day one.
The PFS difference.
Turn-key often costs less when you account for integration labor, project management, and the hidden coordination costs of running three vendors yourself.
You own the integration risk.
- ×Source booth from Vendor A, conveyor from Vendor B, oven from Vendor C.
- ×Coordinate three schedules and three installers.
- ×Handle electrical, gas, and controls integration in-house.
- ×Three vendors means finger-pointing when issues arise.
PFS owns the outcome.
- ✓PFS engineers booth + conveyor + oven + controls as one system.
- ✓One project manager from consultation through startup.
- ✓PFS installation crews — nationwide, 40+ states served.
- ✓Single integration warranty — PFS owns the result.
Our proven five-phase process.
From initial consultation to a production-ready finishing line — one team, end-to-end.
Phase 1 — Engineering Consultation
We analyze your parts, volumes, facility constraints, and coating requirements. PFS engineers design the complete system around your process.
Phase 2 — System Design
James Fox Engineering provides stamped structural drawings. Complete layout with electrical, gas, exhaust, conveyor, and control specifications.
Phase 3 — Fabrication
All equipment manufactured in Santa Rosa, CA. Pre-assembled and tested in-house before shipment — quality controlled, not outsourced.
Phase 4 — Installation
PFS crews handle the complete installation: assembly, rigging, electrical and gas hookup, control commissioning, and full system integration.
Phase 5 — Startup & Training
Airflow verification, control programming, operator training. You receive a production-ready finishing line — not a construction project.
Timeline & Lead Times
Standard systems ship in 8–12 weeks; custom multi-stage lines average 12–16 weeks. Installation runs 2–3 weeks for standard booth + conveyor + oven, 4–6 weeks for complex multi-stage.
System-level solutions for production finishing.
From small aerospace components to 100-foot rail cars, PFS sizes the system to the part.
Aerospace & Defense
Turn-key lines for aircraft components, satellite parts, and defense equipment. NFPA 33 compliant, with wash + prime + paint + cure integration.
Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
Complete systems for construction equipment, agricultural machinery, and mining components — wash, blast, paint, cure with overhead conveyor.
Automotive Production
Production paint lines for OEM suppliers and tier-1 manufacturers. Robotic integration, high-throughput, multi-booth configurations.
Powder Coating Operations
Automated powder lines with reclaim or batch systems for job shops. Complete electrical integration and VFD control.
Industrial Fabrication
Flexible systems for metal fabricators and contract manufacturers — designed for varied parts, volumes, and coating types.
Rail & Transit
Large-format finishing lines for rail cars and oversize parts up to 100+ feet — engineered around the part envelope, not the other way around.
Why teams pick PFS for turn-key systems.
Six reasons engineering teams choose PFS as their systems integrator.
Complete System Responsibility
One point of contact from engineering through startup. No coordination headaches, no integration surprises, no vendor finger-pointing.
ETL-Certified Equipment
All PFS equipment carries ETL certification for NFPA 33 compliance. Systems pass building inspection every time.
Direct Manufacturer Pricing
No distributor markup, no middleman. You keep the distributor's 30–40% margin in your project budget instead.
Fox Engineering Validation
Stamped structural drawings from an independent PE. Building inspectors receive certified calculations, not manufacturer claims.
Made in California, Installed Nationwide
Equipment fabricated in Santa Rosa. Installation crews travel nationwide — 40+ states served and counting.
Fast Lead Times
Standard systems ship 8–12 weeks; custom lines 12–16 weeks. Quality controlled in-house, not outsourced to subcontractors.
Turn-key systems FAQ.
What's the difference between a turn-key system and buying equipment separately?
Does every turn-key system include a conveyor and oven?
Can PFS integrate with our existing equipment?
How long does installation take?
Does turn-key cost more than buying separately?
Ready to build your complete finishing system?
Submit your project details — a PFS systems engineer responds within one business day with a complete turn-key proposal including configuration, lead time, installation schedule, and full project cost with ETL documentation.
UL508A Certified Control Systems
As a UL508A certified panel shop, PFS engineers and builds advanced control systems in-house. Our controls integrate seamlessly with your paint booths, AMUs, conveyors, and robotic applicators, giving you complete command over your finishing environment.
PFS Core
Our standard control panel for single-booth operations. Features include basic VFD control, pressure monitoring, and simplified on/off functionality for lights, exhaust, and heat.
PFS Pro
Advanced controls for multi-stage finishing lines. Includes a 7-inch HMI touchscreen, recipe management for different coatings, automated bake cycles, and integration with conveyor systems.
PFS Pro Elite
Our flagship control system for complex, automated facilities. Features a 10-inch or larger HMI, full SCADA integration, remote diagnostics, robotic interface capabilities, and comprehensive data logging for quality control and compliance reporting.
