Automotive Paint Line

Automotive paint processes create difficult conditions that challenge conventional solutions. 

Challenge: Susceptible Seals 

In automotive paint lines, hoods and hatches are typically counterbalanced with Gas Springs. Unfortunately, the painting process introduces excessive debris to the Gas Spring seals. It also exposes springs to excessively high temperatures. 

These environmental factors often lead Gas Springs to fail prematurely.  

Solution: Struts, Not Springs 

Our specially engineered Raymond® Mechanical Strut technology offers custom applications that consistently outperform gas springs. Because our struts are seal-less, oil-less and gas-less, these proprietary counterbalance solutions will not compromise performance because of exposure to debris and temperature extremes.

As a result, Mechanical Struts are a maintenance-free, sustainable solution. Optional features include low handle load operation and optimal neutral position. 

Learn more about Mechanical Struts and how they can operate in your application.