One of the exhibitors at the German pavilion at ACMA Automechanika was Hermann Lack-Technik GmbH, showcasing Ionstar – its antistatic gun. The antistatic-gun neutralises electrostatic charge and cleans dust in one operation. “After connection to the compressed air system, the antistatic gun generates the necessary energy with the help of a turbine integrated into the device, releasing a strong jet of air that is rich with positive and negative ions. The Ionstar therefore neither requires power supply cables nor battery-packs,” said Mr. Johannes Herrmann, CEO, Herrmann Lack-Technik GmbH.
The Ionstar uses electricity and air pressure to make surfaces much less susceptible to dust and lint. The static charge that has built up in the parts is neutralised by the device. Thus, such impurities are much less likely to adhere to the surface. Having no need for a power supply cable, the Ionstar is very handy to use and allows great flexibility. As no batteries or battery-packs are needed, the weight of the device is significantly lower than systems that use other technology than Ionstar. These advantages ensure that the user has more freedom to work and that the preparation steps of the painting process can be accomplished more easily.
“With the Ionstar, you do not have to allow for charging times of any battery packs, so it is possible to work continuously and without hindrance. Further cost advantages result from the fact that there is no need for the replacement of such battery-packs, as these tend to wear out and lose their power capacity. Its max. permissible operating pressure is 5 bar and permissible working temp. range from -15°C to +50°C,” said Mr. David Lynes, Sales Manager Europe, Herrmann Lack-Technik GmbH.
He added: “Ionstar is a device that can neutralise static charge and thus drastically reduce the problems caused by dust inclusions in the painting process or the finish. After treatment with Ionstar, surfaces no longer attract dust. Our product is therefore the perfect choice in situations where dust is generally undesirable or a problem.”