When it comes to industrial painting solutions, powder coating leaders like GEMA Switzerland and NIKO offer some of the most advanced, reliable, and efficient systems in the market. Each has its own strengths depending on your needs – whether it’s high-capacity automated coating or customized conveyor systems for complex geometries.
GEMA Switzerland: Advanced Powder Coating Expertise Overview
GEMA Switzerland GmbH is a global leader in electrostatic powder coating equipment – ranging from manual spray guns to full automation systems – based in Gossau, Switzerland, and part of the Graco Group since 2012. Their expertise includes polymers, enamel powders, and tailored solutions for sectors like automotive, MDF, and extrusion.
Key Models & Features in industrial painting solutions
- OptiGun® Automatic Gun
Utilizes PowerBoost® high-voltage charging to improve transfer efficiency and finish quality in industrial settings. - OptiSpray All‑in‑One Unit
Combines dense-phase powder delivery and charging. Offers fast response times, easy maintenance, and quick-release powder hoses. - OptiCenter® All‑in‑One OC10 (Powder Management Center)
Features an OptiSpeeder hopper for fluidization, ultrasonic sieving, and an automated closed powder circuit for clean, efficient color change-over. - OptiFlex® Pro Series (Manual Guns)
Includes models like Pro B, offering ultra-fast color changes (in as little as 35 sec) using original powder boxes – with variants for stable output (Pro B), small batches (Pro C/L), and challenging powders (Pro S).
Advantages
- High transfer efficiency (PowerBoost® technology) means less powder waste, lower costs.
- Fast color changes – ideal for high-mix or multi-color production runs.
- Clean, safe work environment via closed powder circuits and easy cleaning features.
Best Fits
- Small-batch & lab-scale runs → OptiFlex® Pro C/L for precision and flexibility.
- High-volume, multi-color painting → Automatic OptiGun® + OptiCenter® for efficiency and minimal waste.
- Special powders (metallic, enamel) → OptiFlex Pro S or All‑in‑One systems to manage difficult materials.
NIKO: Conveyor Systems for Coating Workflow Integration
While NIKO doesn’t make the spray guns, their specialty is industrial conveyor systems designed to enhance coating line efficiency – covering preprocessing, coating (wet & powder), curing, and unloading.
Key Products & Technologies
- Power Chain Conveyor Systems
Fully powered or semi-auto overhead conveyors (up to 2,000 kg load) that move parts through cleaning, coating, and curing. - Manual Overhead Conveyors
Simple and cost-effective for lighter loads and flexible operations up to 2,000 kg. - Drop-Lift Units, Swivel Switches, Pneumatic Turntables
Enhancing automation and reducing labor by elevating, turning, or rerouting parts seamlessly during coating. - Industrial Sliding Door Hardware
Corrosion-resistant fittings per EN standards, perfect for entry to powder booths or warehouse doors.
Advantages
- Automated flow control with powered sections – enhances productivity and ergonomics.
- Floor space optimization – using overhead tracks maximizes plant layout.
- Modularity & retrofit friendly – existing paint lines can be upgraded with minimal disruption.
- Heavy-duty and reliable – tracks support up to 2 tonnes and resist contamination.
Suitable Scenarios
- Small & custom batches → manual overhead conveyors for flexibility.
- Complex routing → swivel switches and turntables to direct parts through multi-stage processes.
- Harsh or chemical environments → zinc-plated or stainless tracks with EN1527 ratings for booths & warehouses.
Integrating GEMA & NIKO for Complete Industrial Painting Solutions
For a truly efficient powder coating operation, fusion of both systems works best:
- Use NIKO power chain conveyors to move parts automatically through booth, curing, and unloading areas.
- Combine with GEMA’s OptiGun®, OptiCenter®, or OptiFlex® Pro systems for high-quality, efficient industrial painting solutions.
- Add swivel switches, turntables, and drop-lift units to customize the path—minimizing downtime and maximizing throughput.
This synergy creates a seamless, low-waste, high-efficiency coating line – ideal for manufacturing operations specializing in metal parts, extrusions, automotive components, or large-scale fabrication.
Looking for a custom solution? AABO-IDEAL offers turnkey finishing lines
AABO‑IDEAL delivers comprehensive industrial finishing systems, including powder coating lines tailored to customer needs.
Core Offerings
- Powder-coating lines: Thermo-curing via spray booths with cyclones/filters; thermo-plastic dip/sintering lines.
- Wet-paint & e‑coat systems: Custom spray/dip lines with flash-off, air handling, and energy recovery.
- Complete turnkey: Boasting modular in-house production, conveyors, ovens, control systems, and an installed base of 4,800+ systems globally.
- Case study – HMF: Featuring 7‑stage pretreatment, dual powder booths, curing ovens, cooling zone, and power-and-free conveyors (handling 1 500 kg, 3.5 × 1.5 × 1.5 m).
Advantages:
- One-stop solution for industrial painting solutions: from cleaning to control systems.
- Modular customization – scalable to energy-saving GO GREENER lines.
- Supports various industries – automotive, aluminum, appliances, off-highway machinery, etc.
- Retrofit or new build flexibility.
Use-case examples:
- High-capacity powder line = HMF case: ideal for large industrial machinery.
- Automotive assembly: e-coat primed, followed by powder or wet topcoat.
- Small customization shops: modular booths and ovens with energy recovery.
Conclusion
In summary, when searching for industrial painting solutions, integrating GEMA’s advanced powder coating systems with NIKO’s overhead conveyor technology delivers unmatched efficiency, flexibility, and quality. Whether you’re managing small-batch color runs or high-capacity production, these systems can be configured to your exact needs, boosting performance. If you’re looking for a custom solution, AABO-IDEAL offers industrial finishing systems, including powder coating lines tailored to your specific needs.
Ready to elevate your coating operations? Contact us today for a custom consultation – we’ll help you design an industrial painting solution that fits your goals, budget, and throughput targets.