Introducing US AutoCure’s Talon
Gas-catalytic medium-wave infrared (IR) curing is appealing due to shorter cure cycles when compared to conventional spray booths. It is necessary to overcome some limitations such as line-of-site. However, the resulting decreased cure times, improved cure degree and overall appearance, and reduction in energy use make this technology appealing and growing in adoption.
Development of the US AutoCure system was born from a “wish list” created by painters who were familiar (and frustrated) with the available IR systems. US Autocure has designed IR curing systems to meet the needs of many industries, including manufacturing and automotive repair. US Autocure systems are especially appealing for the repair of the rapidly growing EV market due to temperature restrictions when servicing these unique vehicles.
The US Autocure gas-catalytic, medium-wave IR emitters are the most efficient on the market, allowing you to reach curing temperatures faster and hotter than other systems. Since US Autocure IR curing systems directly heat the coated surface, there are no wasted BTUs to heat the entire substrate or the surrounding air. This impacts the time it takes to cure but also benefits overall finish quality.
The Talon
And now, US Autocure is introducing the Talon! The Talon is a portable, gas-catalytic, medium-wave infrared curing unit that incorporates the same unique emitters as larger, in-booth US Autocure systems.
The Talon utilizes patented infrared emitters that have the ability to articulate. Emitter articulation allows for a far greater degree of flexibility than other IR systems or inefficient heat lamps. The emitters move up and down and can be tilted approximately 90°degrees forward and back to cure both the side as well as the top of hoods, trunk decks, etc.
The system is very easy to operate through a very straightforward user interface. The Talon utilizes two standard propane tanks that should yield approximately 50 hours of curing. The system is on wheels and can be easily moved to various stations in the shop.
The Talon is designed for a standard 15-minute cure time. This can be shortened or lengthened by altering the unit’s distance from the substrate and time of exposure.
Possible applications for the Talon include spot repairs, curing components in the prep area, fiberglass repair, curing bondo/putty, removing clear bras and decals, and bumper repair. However, applications for the Talon in the body shop and paint shop are wide-ranging. Technicians are finding new applications for this technology every day.
If you have a particular application in mind, let us know! Our engineers and chemists can help determine the best technological fit for your unique challenge.
All US Autocure systems are designed, manufactured, and supported in the U.S.
For more information visit www.usautocure.com