Frequently Asked Questions

We do things differently at Col-Met Spray Booths, so it's perfectly understandable if you have certain questions for us. You can feel free to fire away anytime, but just to get the ball rolling, we've posted answers to some of the more common inquiries here.

Why does Col-Met provide nut and bolt construction for all of their spray booths?
Why sell through distribution?
What codes will my booth be required to meet?
What is included with my Col-Met Spray Booth?
Can I install the booth myself?
Why must I give you voltage when I order a control panel or an air make-up unit?
What standard booths do you generally keep in stock?
What are the most typical or standard booth configurations?

Why does Col-Met provide nut and bolt construction for all of their spray booths?
Nut and bolt construction provides consistent structural stability and makes for simple installation. Our booths can also be easily uninstalled and reinstalled as necessary.
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Why sell through distribution?
Our distribution network allows us to provide local representation throughout North America, Canada, and Mexico. Our dealers are chosen to offer expertise and services on a local basis.
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What codes will my booth be required to meet?
Most municipalities/cities require that paint booths, including installations, meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Chapter 33, OSHA 1910, NEC, and more recently IFC. These are national and international code guidelines; however, local authority prevails in most cases and will have the final say on code requirements. Click here for NFPA Codes
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What is included with my Col-Met Spray Booth?
The package will include all components needed to mechanically assemble the booth. The exhaust duct can be purchased separately as well as the control panel. The light tubes and the electrical wiring are not provided by Col-Met.
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Can I install the booth myself?
Yes, depending on the style and complexity of the booth.
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Why must I give you voltage when I order a control panel or an air make-up unit?
It is important to know the correct voltage because the motor protectors in the CP and the AMU unit must be sized according to the voltage.
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What standard booths do you generally keep in stock?
The following booths are generally in stock or working:

*Note that availability status changes weekly, please contact the factory to confirm availability.

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What are the most typical or standard booth configurations?

Crossdraft Intakes fresh air through door filters, which is drawn through the booth and exhausted through a filter system at the opposite end. Available in pressurized, non-pressurized, solid-back, drive-through and reverse-flow designs.
Side Downdraft Air is pulled downward from filter banks located in the ceiling, and flows down and away from the application through floor level exhaust filters on both sides of the booth. Available in both solid-back and drivethrough designs.
Modified Downdraft Combines the features and air flow patterns of Crossdraft and Downdraft booths, with ceiling filter banks located near the booth doors. Available in solid-back, drive-through and reverse-flow designs.
Downdraft Intakes fresh air from the upper levels of the shop through filter banks in the ceiling. Filtered air is drawn down and around the application, through a filtered pit exhaust system in the floor underneath the booth.

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