The Science of Airflow – Aerodynamics Inside the Spray Booth

In industrial coating, air is as important as paint.
Every drop of coating material moves within a carefully controlled stream of air — and the way that air behaves defines the final surface quality, drying time, and energy efficiency.
At TEC NOVA Europe, airflow design is not just a mechanical function; it is an aerodynamic science.

Engineered Flow, Not Just Ventilation

In a PRISMATEC spray booth, air circulation is designed using the same principles applied in fluid dynamics and aerospace engineering.
Air enters the plenum through calibrated intake modules, distributed evenly across the ceiling to ensure a stable and laminar flow over the entire working area.

This uniform downward airflow prevents turbulence, removes overspray efficiently, and ensures that fresh, filtered air continuously replaces contaminated zones.
The result: consistent coating thickness, cleaner finishes, and improved operator safety.

Balanced Pressure for Perfect Stability

One of the key challenges in booth design is maintaining pressure equilibrium between the intake and exhaust systems.
If pressure fluctuates, airflow can become distorted — leading to color variations, surface defects, or uneven drying.

TEC NOVA’s AI-Edge Control System continuously monitors static and dynamic pressure, adjusting fan speed in milliseconds to maintain perfect balance.
This real-time compensation guarantees a stable flow pattern even as filters become partially saturated or as environmental conditions change.

Smart Recirculation and Thermal Efficiency

Airflow management is also the foundation of energy optimization.
During the drying phase, the PRISMATEC system activates smart recirculation loops, reusing a portion of the pre-heated air while maintaining precise temperature and humidity control.
This process significantly reduces thermal losses and shortens curing times — saving energy without compromising quality.

The integrated heat recovery system captures up to 40% of residual energy, redirecting it into the next cycle to minimize fuel consumption.

Human-Centered Aerodynamics

Aerodynamics inside a booth are not only about paint particles and pressure differentials — they are also about people.
The airflow pattern is optimized to maintain comfortable breathing zones, stable temperature gradients, and noise reduction through controlled air velocity.

Operators experience cleaner air, improved visibility, and a more comfortable microclimate — all essential for maintaining precision and concentration during long work sessions.

Where Engineering Meets Performance

In the PRISMATEC line, airflow is not just an accessory — it is the invisible backbone of process quality.
By combining advanced aerodynamic modeling with AI-based control, TEC NOVA Europe transforms air into a fully managed production parameter.
The result is measurable: higher finish quality, shorter cycles, lower energy use, and a safer, more comfortable work environment.

Because in modern coating technology, the perfect surface starts with the perfect flow.