Professional machines for profile flocking. Industrial equipment. Introduction. Prospects for development in the flock business

Flocking is the transformation of any surface into a velvet and pleasant to the touch. This niche is free to start your own promising project, as popularity is just emerging. This type of business requires a minimum investment, both material and mental. For this business, there is no need to complete courses or receive higher education, but all expenses will pay off in the shortest possible time.

Automotive interior flocking is the process of applying small dies of cotton, wool or velvet using an electrostatic field. This procedure is carried out using a special device - a flokator. This is a generator that generates a low voltage and supplies it to the electrode.

Ultimately, the flock for the floccator flies out with the necessary force and is evenly distributed over the work surface. For high-quality fixing on the material, the surface is covered with high-quality glue.

Our business valuation:

Starting investment - 50,000 rubles.

Market saturation is low.

The complexity of starting a business is 1/10.

What is needed to start your own business?

Before you start work, you should study, select and buy flocking equipment: flokator, flocking glue
and material. If you live in big city, then there will be no problem with this issue. Otherwise, you will have to purchase materials on the Internet in large cities, since in small villages many people do not know about such a project.

The choice of premises for work is no less important issue. Working at home is highly discouraged, as the glue has an unpleasant specific odor and dries for a long time. It is important that the chosen room is warm and dry. Otherwise in winter period you will be able to work. When designing a room, it is necessary to install a work table with grounding, as well as normal ventilation. Quality lighting is important. All this will require minimal costs, which will pay off in the shortest possible time. How much does it cost to open this business? Investments here are minimal and limited to the need to purchase materials for work.

For fast and fruitful work, practice is needed. It is with her that experience and skill will come to you. So you can spend a minimum amount of time on preparatory work. If you are a creative person, you will be able to come up with ideas for work very creatively and offer clients unique projects. Otherwise, the Internet will help you, where there is a mass interesting ideas and offers. So, how to make flocking with your own hands?

The technology of flocking is simple, but practice is required to ensure that the products are flawless. Miscellaneous material has its own length of villi, density and fit of application. To do the work efficiently and quickly, it will take some time and experience will come.

What can you offer clients?

• wall flocking;
• car flocking;
• flocking photo frames;
• flocking of bottles and pictures.

What do you need to know about the flocking process?

Flocking originated in China, where the entire process was done by hand. Today, work is carried out using a floccator, which gives the fibers a negative charge and sprays them over the surface, fixing the result with strong glue. You can buy a flokator in specialized stores or online.

The work includes the following steps:

• choice of coating surface;
• drawing a picture;
• applying glue;
• flock application;
• product drying process.

It is important to do all the actions as carefully and accurately as possible. Only in this case final result will look perfect and have no flaws. Practice will help you with this, and over time your work will be impeccable the first time. Be aware that the price of a flokator depends on the capacity and manufacturer.

The nuances of choosing equipment

We recommend a manual flocculator Russian production. It is easy to use, has an optimal cost and meets all the necessary parameters of quality and reliability. It is necessary to choose a product based on its power. The device should be able to adjust it. In this case, you will be able to work with both small and large surfaces, which will expand the scope of your activities.

Glue is an integral part of the work. His choice should be taken seriously. It should be chosen based on the surface on which the work is planned: glass, ceramics, metal, plastic or furniture.

And the most important element is the flock itself. You can buy a flock for flocking on the Internet. It can be of several types:

• multi-colored;
• with elements that glow under ultraviolet light;
• for use in nail design;
• furniture;
• water repellent.

The flock should be of good quality and it is advisable to give preference to foreign manufacturers. As practice shows, they are more reliable, and the material will be durable and of high quality.

What are the advantages of surfaces treated with flock?

• Excellent surface appearance for a long service life. Flocking is able to turn an old thing into an original thing with an attractive appearance. You can also change the color scheme of your favorite thing and give it a new look;
• Flock does not spoil with temperature fluctuations and looks great even in the heat, even in the cold. Protective features allow you to use it under any conditions.

Today, flocking is gaining popularity and demand in the market. You can organize profitable business with minimum investment which will bring you an adequate level of income. When choosing materials for flocking, pay attention to reviews.

Where is flocking used?

The application is quite wide and it is even difficult to cover all areas where this direction is relevant and in demand. Consider the main options:

Business prospects and its features

The flocking business is an occupation where restrictions simply do not exist. If you learn how to create simple coatings, then the question will be only in the perfection of your skill. You can move on to more complex design projects that have a higher cost and value.

Today, flock wall decoration is becoming fashionable, where you can show your imagination and designer vein. With the help of finishing from this material, surface defects can be hidden. It is very pleasant to the touch and looks original. If you can create 3D pictures with it, then you are guaranteed success. Love your work and put your soul into it. It is important to choose a quality flocking machine.

Advertising company and search for potential customers

First of all, you can offer your services to various shops and shopping centers, where the maximum number of people pass. It is also quite logical to create advertising pages in social networks and at local venues. After the start practical work with high-quality performance, advertising will go in the form of " word of mouth”, where customers will tell their friends and acquaintances about your activities. It will be superfluous to distribute Flyers to get their first customers.

• simple, different colors;
• luminous in ultraviolet;
• for nail design;
• furniture;

• air compressor
• infrared drying
• 3D flocking camera
• silk screen machine

Expenses

The main expenses will have to be incurred at the very beginning.

"Velvet" business - flocking

When the business starts to develop, regular purchases of new technical devices will not be required, since all flocking equipment lasts a very long time.

Initial spending:

• flock - 180 g;

• equipment depreciation;
• marketing and advertising.

Approximate prices for services

Flocking car interior
Name	Price from RUB*	unit
	from 750	PCS
	from 1000	PCS
stand middle standard	from 750	PCS
	from 1000	PCS
	from 1000	PCS
	from size	PCS
	from 2500	PCS
	from 3000	PCS
panel	from 6000	PCS
ceiling	from 5000	m2
other elements	from 2500	m2
additionally
removal of old flock, fabric	from 100	PCS
	from 2000	m2

Flocking is the type of business where there are practically no limits. Having learned how to make simple coatings, you can start decorating a car. Now in vogue is the repair of walls with the application of flock. The material well hides all wall imperfections, is pleasant to the touch, is not subject to fading, moisture, mechanical stress, etc. Did it work out? Fine. The next stage is the development of 3D pictures. This is already aerobatics, you will need optional equipment, but it's worth it.

Flocking (application of flock on almost any surface)

VAZoezd 22-05-2012 15:00

Comrades, I am ready to offer you my flocking services.
The applications of flock are great, almost limitless…
Those interested can write to the topic, in a PM, call 8-960-799-91-sixteen Eugene.

What is flock and flocking?

Flock is a small pile that resembles dust.

Flocking is the application of a flock in an electrostatic field onto a prepared surface and creates an imitation of a textile coating on it.
The main areas of application of flock are decorative finishes and technological coating surfaces. The "velvet" obtained by flocking is even, beautiful and durable and can be applied to any material of any hardness - plastic, metal, wood, and many others. A well-applied flock gives coatings, in addition to purely decorative properties, new functionality.

1. Thermal insulation

2mm flock can replace 10mm thick polystyrene, so it is used where contact with a hot or very cold surface is possible (electric fireplaces, ski poles).

Do-it-yourself flocking as a business

Flock prevents the formation of condensate (flocks tubes of air conditioners);

2. Soundproofing

the average sound absorption value of a flocked surface is 13%, so the flock has found wide application in the decoration of professional recording studios, music rooms, home theater rooms, car interiors, sound speakers;

3. Mechanical strength

thanks to the use of high quality adhesives and flock, the surfaces treated with this material are highly resistant to various damages. The technology is used in the manufacture of floor coverings, guide profiles for car windows, shoe suede, all kinds of rugs in shops, car interiors, and at home.

4. Color fastness

the flocked surface retains color stability under the active sun for 6-7 years;

5. Fire safety

flock is a highly flammable material, the ignition temperature various kinds flock 400 - 550 degrees;

6. Weather resistance

flock, which retains its properties well when exposed to various weather conditions, is used as a protective coating against the sticking of shells for the bottoms of yachts; Flock prevents the formation of condensate (flocks the tubes of air conditioners)

7. Wear resistance

flock is used for linings under carpets, for covering threshold rugs. The abrasion of the coating is negligible: after 10,000 friction cycles - only 23 mg (for felt 732 mg). Chemical resistance - the flocked surface is resistant to weak solvents and is suitable for dry cleaning;

8. Sealing function

Widely used for making rubber sealing profiles and for leveling tolerances;

9. Ease of care

washed and cleaned with ordinary detergents with the preservation of the original properties, cleaning is possible with the use of weak solvents - white spirit, gasoline.

10. Protection with flock

Many things require protection and careful handling (for example: the bottom of a ceramic ashtray on a lacquered worktop). Flock can take care of that.

Plush 22-05-2012 15:49

it would be very good to point out a few examples: he made such and such a thing for such and such
respectfully,
Thick

sotrudnikNKVD 23-05-2012 05:09

Interesting in light of the impending renovation!

Oleg Olegov 23-05-2012 07:43

I'm sorry if I'm asking a stupid question...
and car seats burnt by a cigarette - can be repaired by the method you proposed? …
for example… I’ll paste a piece of foam rubber into the “cigarette hole” itself and carefully cut/align it… and you will cover this place with a beige flock… probably you don’t even need electrostatics — just apply it with a brush… no? …
and if there are small traces of a cigarette, then don’t bother at all - I picked up the color and brushed it with a brush ... will it turn out like that? …
I can provide my car for experiments ... a bastard friend burned it ... about 10 holes of different burntness will be typed ...

A-F-A 23-05-2012 08:00quote:Originally posted by VAZoezd:

. thermal insulation
a two-millimeter flock is able to replace polystyrene with a thickness of 10 mm,

Vovan_k 23-05-2012 13:23

How much is opium for the people? Announce the price for example per square decimeter ...

big Mac 23-05-2012 16:07

And preferably a photo of products

KsBB 23-05-2012 16:15

Does it dissolve in alcohol?

afmihnik 23-05-2012 16:57

apnu kamradova topic.

dim99 23-05-2012 17:12

need sample applied

Brother Evgen 23-05-2012 18:39

how is it applied?
Where can I find samples and prices?

dim99 23-05-2012 18:51

where are you geographically

VAZoezd 23-05-2012 18:55

Sample price tags. Taken in the Novosibirsk office.
I HAVE LOWER PRICE LISTS, negotiated individually.

Vehicle interior
1 Door trim from 1500 rubles.
PCS.
2 Racks from 300 rubles.
PCS.
3 Front panel from 5000 rubles.
PCS.
4 Ceiling from 2000 rub.*

m2
5 Recovery of burns from 300 rubles
PCS
6 removal of the old flock, fabric from 50 rubles.
PCS.
7 preparation, recovery from 1600 rubles.
m2
Doors, panels, and other furniture items
1 Elements of furniture from 2000 rubles.
m2
2 door frame from 2500 rubles. m2
souvenirs
1 Pens, lighters from 50 rubles. PCS.
2 Folders, diaries, planings, etc. from 100 rub. PCS.
3 bottles of champagne. from 100 rub. PCS.
5 lodgments from 20 rubles.
dm*
6 Application of drawings, inscriptions on paper, textiles.
from 2000 rub. m2*
7
Other negotiable. PCS.
Personal computers and org. technology
1 PC case from 1000 rub. PCS.
2 Mouse from 300 rubles. PCS.
3 Keyboard from 500 rubles. PCS.
4 Other 2000 rub. m2

VAZoezd 23-05-2012 19:23quote:Originally posted by dim99:

I need to put a piece on the sample roughly 10*10cm black.
where are you geographically

Territorially KSM Matveevka. I work in Dzerzhinsky.
Do you want a sample to check, feel it, so to speak? Or guess somewhere?
The question is, I will have black only after the weekend. Today I can make a beautiful blue. If it doesn't fit, you'll have to wait a bit.

In general, I will make samples of the flocked surface, and distribute them to those who are interested. Well, I have a catalog of species and flock lengths, but, unfortunately, in one copy (

dim99 24-05-2012 05:19

let blue

BBC 24-05-2012 06:11

7-ka bmw
Ceiling and side racks, with my dismantling and preparation. Color - light grey.

What price tag will come out?

Vovan_k 24-05-2012 09:12

The technology for applying flock is quite simple - an adhesive base is applied to the surface under the flock, an electromagnetic field is created under the surface, particles of flock from a special sprayer under the action of electromagnetic field"stuck" into the adhesive base. Something like with painting - the technology is simple, but not everyone can do it ....
Flock is a finely cut synthetic thread. Under the action of some solvents - acetone, etc. - "melts". I studied the topic a couple of years ago, but decided that it was not for me ...
Question to the author of the branch - is it very different from factory parts on a car? In terms of thickness and length of the villi…

VAZoezd 24-05-2012 18:43quote:Originally posted by Vovan_k:

from the factory parts on the car, is it very different? In terms of thickness and length of the villi…

I suspect that there are no uniform "factory" standards for the length and thickness of the villi, from different manufacturers and countries. VAZoezd 24-05-2012 18:48quote:Originally posted by dim99:

let blue

By Monday, I'll make samples and distribute them.

quote:Originally posted by BBC:

7-ka bmw
Ceiling and side racks, with my dismantling and preparation. Color - light grey.

What price tag will come out?

Do you have glue for applying flock to fabric? There, the inner lining of the hatch is made of fabric, stretched over the frame.

Do you stock up on flock at flockservice?))

I'll take only materials. I think it will be useful to develop customers and reviews)
There is no glue for the fabric, but it is acquired.
Yes, I'm dabbling in it myself.

VAZoezd 26-05-2012 14:07

Coating samples will be ready tomorrow morning.
Those interested can write to me and get a flocked sample.

We are also looking for orders for flocking. As mentioned above, to attract customers and positive feedback about my work, the price is still nowhere lower, only consumables and materials are paid. Not a ruble for work.

A million uses!

last_pioneer 27-05-2012 08:30 quote: Those who are interested can write to me and get a flocked sample.
Yesterday, while moving from the cave to the HPP and back, we discussed with BIGALEXT the possibility of flocking the MP-61, or just the trunk, in pink...
First, for fun, then ... and why not ... a kind of example of a glamorous pneuma ... I would still decorate with rhinestones ...))) VAZoezd 27-05-2012 08:34

It will be glamorous)))
Think write, I will do it in at its best. I can give you a sample of coverage.
Feel, maybe you want to block something else.

VAZoezd 27-05-2012 08:35

Flocked samples are ready and ready to be given to those who wish.

Xpomou 27-05-2012 18:50

An interesting topic!

don't lose!!!

VAZoezd 28-05-2012 04:56

Thanks for the AP!

GrayT 29-05-2012 13:48

Interesting topic.
Some guys from Tomsk region they gave such a lighter, such an interesting touch
By the way, is it possible to draw a picture of some kind by this method? Should the colors be different?

VAZoezd 29-05-2012 18:53

A lot is possible. See what picture. How many flowers? I'm not an artist myself, so an option is possible, throw me a sketch, because a stencil is required.

P.S. flocked my phone (a simple nokia), so I don’t want to let it out of my hands.))

GrayT 30-05-2012 06:04

Can you write soap here, in a personal? I'll throw off the logo, see if it's possible or not. If yes, then I will send information to the authorities about such a souvenir.
Well, for myself I put a tick, for all sorts of unusual gifts, a very interesting contraption.

VAZoezd 30-05-2012 19:01

Wrote you a PM.

VAZoezd 01-06-2012 14:13

Gentlemen, what kind of calm?
Ask questions, APite the topic, offer a job)))

VAZoezd 08-06-2012 13:35

BBC 08-06-2012 14:38

As soon as I collect the body, I will immediately take up the salon. I will turn

VAZoezd 08-06-2012 17:42

Get in touch of course! What car?

pule catcher 08-06-2012 18:31

Tell me, please, how does it sit on the skin of the car interior?

VAZoezd 08-06-2012 18:48

With proper preparation, going to bed is great.

P.S. refer to "you".

pule catcher 08-06-2012 19:42

Sorry, I don't know you, so I can't use "you".
Not in my rules.
Thank you for your reply, I'll think about it and get back to you.

VAZoezd 08-06-2012 20:05

Serg 70 13-06-2012 10:33

And if the weapon case is covered from the inside? And then I have it primitively plastic! Maybe?

Sincerely!

VAZoezd 13-06-2012 11:57

Of course available! Many cases for various things are flocked inside.
You just need to look at what kind of plastic the case is made of, it’s just that some types of plastic need a little more complicated preparation. Well, think so, ask))
In order for me to sort you out at a price, you would send me a photo to see the shape and size.

Serg 70 13-06-2012 13:00

I'll try to take a photo today. Case - from under Zoli's combi.

VAZoezd 13-06-2012 13:12

So I'll look at the photo, otherwise Zoli's combi is nothing to me)))

klest 13-06-2012 13:34quote: and then combi Zoli is nothing to me)))

ps combined gun from Antonio Zoli - probably ?!.

VAZoezd 13-06-2012 15:18quote:Originally posted by klest:

Antonio Zoli

I also didn’t say anything))) Well, I’m not a hunter !!! VAZoezd 26-06-2012 12:55

I'll raise the topic!

nsk9 03-08-2012 12:18

Hello, what is the abrasion resistance of flock? I, as a delusion, think to flock the clip for the scabbard, because it did not "fringe" the edges of the pockets.

VAZoezd 03-08-2012 18:55

To start with the upcoming you!!!
What is the material of the sheath clip? In general, flock is quite resistant to abrasion.

nsk9 03-08-2012 22:15

Thank you!
The clip is metal, oxidized, in what way x.z, the clip was removed from the PM holster.

VAZoezd 04-08-2012 04:44

The flock will fall on the metal, but you need high-quality preparation and priming of the part.

The flocking process itself is the application to almost any surface of small, fleecy fibers of cotton, wool, flock, velvet, etc., using an electrostatic field. This is done using a specialized device - a flokator. The principle of operation is quite simple - the generator generates a small voltage, which in turn is applied to the electrode.

As a result, the charged flock flies out with a given force and is evenly distributed over the surface. In order for the pile to adhere firmly to the material and to form the necessary patterns, the surface is covered with glue. The most suitable in terms of price, quality, and ease of use are Russian-made manual floccators. The choice must be made based on the power of the device. Another important point- the power must be adjustable, then the flokator is suitable for processing small parts, and for large flat surfaces.

The second most important component for flocking technology is glue. It must be purchased depending on what surface you plan to use: plastic, glass, metal, as well as soft objects, such as furniture upholstery, etc.

And finally, the flock itself, and here the Russian one will not work. It can be different:

• simple, different colors;
• luminous in ultraviolet;
• for nail design;
• furniture;
• polyester, water repellent.

Where is flocking used?

The scope for applying flock coating is unlimited. This includes various small souvenirs (lighters, boxes, caskets, toys, etc.), doors (wooden and metal), clothes (inscriptions and drawings), refrigerators, Cell Phones and covers for them, laptops, tablets, system units for computers and many other things.

The main category of application (and the most profitable) is cars. You can flock all plastic parts of the interior, trim, panel. Not only is it incredibly beautiful, but also practical: noise and heat insulation increases. As a result, the car will be transformed beyond recognition.

But there is a small nuance here - it is necessary not only to imagine what flocking technology is, but also to understand cars (or find an assistant who understands cars). After all, the parts on which the flock will be applied must be dismantled, and later installed in place. It is not recommended to apply the material to parts that have any defect: chips, scratches, cracks. All this needs to be leveled out, eliminated. In the future, the flock will simply preserve the part and it will not crack either under mechanical or thermal stress.

How to start a flocking business

To equip a workshop for a business, a separate room will be required. In such production, special fibers are used (viscose, polyamide, acrylic, polyester) and special glue for flocking, so good ventilation and a certain level of humidity are necessary, since the pile does not lay down correctly when it dries. For these purposes, a warehouse, garage, etc. may well be suitable.

Necessary equipment depends on the initially selected direction of flocking. As a rule, it includes the following tools:

• electroflokator (apparatus for applying flock)
• air compressor
• infrared drying
• 3D flocking camera
• silk screen machine
• spray guns, sets of painting tools.

This equipment can be used for different types of flocking: both in a small workshop and on large-scale production, and for walls, and for the car.

Expenses

The main expenses will have to be incurred at the very beginning. When the business starts to develop, regular purchases of new technical devices will not be required, since all flocking equipment lasts a very long time.

Initial spending:

• electroflokator (apparatus costing about 14,000 rubles). You can choose, for example, on the sites: flokservis.ru, swissflock.ru or on Aliexpress.
• air compressor (7,000 - 16,000 rubles);
• infrared drying (7,000 - 55,000 rubles);
• cameras for 3D flocking (8,500 rubles);
• silk-screen machine (7,000 - 16,000 rubles);
• spray guns, sets of painting tools, squeegees (about 5,000 rubles).

In addition, flocking requires consumables. If the business goes well, then they will have to be purchased regularly. Estimated price is:

• flocking glue - 700 rubles / kilogram;
• flock - from 1200 rubles / kilogram.

At the same time, it should be taken into account that at least 8 - 10 items should be present in the assortment of pile colors. If the business is aimed at decorative design, for example, nails, then even more so. And to process the car, you only need a few basic shades.

In general, to start work on materials, you need to spend about 10,000 rubles. Further costs will depend on the specifics of the work. Thus, the flocking of surfaces of a large area will take much more material than the decoration of nails, boxes or car dashboards.

If flocking is a completely new activity for you that you will do with your own hands, then a certain part of the material will have to be spent on trial work in order to understand what it is, acquire stable skills and catch all the subtleties of the technology. In the future, the amount of purchases will be determined depending on the volume of work.

Profitability of the flocking business

For any business to be successful, it must be profitable. In this regard, flocking is a fairly profitable type of business.

Material consumption when flocking surfaces per 1 sq.m. approximately is:

• flock - 180 g;
• flocking glue - 200 g.

Thus, the cost of materials for one square meter is about 350 rubles. Added to this amount are the costs of:

• the salary of the designer and the master (if you do not do the work exclusively with your own hands);
• rental of premises and car;
• equipment depreciation;
• marketing and advertising.

These costs, even on an industrial scale, will be insignificant, and if designer items are flocked with their own hands, then they are estimated at several times their cost. This is due to the fact that such production involves the calculation of the price per 1 square centimeter, and not per square meter. Its cost depends on various factors: time of year, region, originality, artistic value and demand, so it can be up to 20 rubles per 1 sq.cm. Quite highly valued and work without a designer. For example, flocking a car costs about 17,000 rubles.

The main advantage in this case is the lack of widespread use of this technology in our country. This will allow you to determine pricing policy and manage your profits. Therefore, with a competent approach, a flocking business can become very profitable.

Approximate prices for services

Flocking car interior
Name	Price from RUB*	unit
windshield pillar standard	from 750	PCS
windshield pillar large (double, long, etc.)	from 1000	PCS
stand middle standard	from 750	PCS
stand medium large (double, long, etc.)	from 1000	PCS
rear stand standard (sedan)	from 1000	PCS
large rear rack (station wagon, jeep, etc.)	from size	PCS
door card (car with 4 doors)	from 2500	PCS
door card (car with 2 doors)	from 3000	PCS
panel	from 6000	PCS
ceiling	from 5000	m2
other elements	from 2500	m2
additionally
removal of old flock, fabric	from 100	PCS
preparation, surface restoration	from 2000	m2

Prospects for development in the flock business

Flocking is the type of business where there are practically no limits. Having learned how to make simple coatings, you can start decorating a car.

flock coating

Now in vogue is the repair of walls with the application of flock. The material well hides all wall imperfections, is pleasant to the touch, is not subject to fading, moisture, mechanical stress, etc. Did it work out? Fine. The next stage is the development of 3D pictures. This is already aerobatics, you will need additional equipment, but it's worth it.

Home/Flocking technologies/ Bottle flocking

Bottles (exclusive alcoholic products)

Flock.

For flocking bottles, polyamide flock of various lengths is used: 0.5 mm, 0.75 mm, 1 mm.

Flock can be reused for 2-4 cycles. Excess flock is collected from the working table and poured into the bunker of the flokator. The color scheme can be different at the request of the Customer (see photo).

Flocking

standard color breakdown).

Flock of different colors can be mixed (gray with black, black with dark blue, etc.). The shades obtained by mixing flock differ from the shades obtained by mixing paint. The compatibility of individual colors and mixing ratios are established experimentally. It is not recommended to mix more than 3 flock colors. Flock of different colors may have slightly different volatility, which may affect the quality of the color of the flock.

Flock must be stored in a dark room in a tightly closed container. Filling with water, freezing (temperature drop below 00C), strong heating and fading lead to irreversible changes, i.e. to damage the flock. The optimal storage conditions for flock are tightly closed containers (tied plastic bag placed in a cardboard box).

Approximate flock consumption is 150 - 200 gr/m. For beginner flockers, a little more is possible. The approximate area of ​​​​an average bottle is approximately 0.1 m2. Accordingly, you need to lay at least 15 - 20 gr.

Gluing and flocking.

Bottle flocking is usually a large-scale production and therefore, in order to achieve quality, it is necessary to carefully follow the technological process and work only with special flocking adhesives. We recommend adhesives from the German company SNT or BEZEMA (Switzerland). The added property of flocking adhesive is electrical conductivity and normalized open time (the time during which, from the moment of application, a polymer film forms on the surface of the adhesive). For bottle flocking, TUBICOLL 1510 or UMONIL1500 polyurethane resin based adhesives are recommended (see Preliminary Information). The adhesive is applied with a brush or by dipping. With circulation up to 1000 pcs. easier to apply with a brush. The open time of these types of glue is 20 minutes.

Products must be dried for at least a day at room temperature. With forced drying, the drying time can be reduced to 8 hours. It is recommended to use special racks for drying products. A certain difficulty is the label, or rather its gluing. When flocking a bottle with a label already attached, it is almost impossible to get clear contours around the label. We recommend applying glue to the entire bottle, then put a label on the same glue and flock. It is more convenient to work with an empty bottle - it is much lighter. But in practice, this is difficult to implement, since there are hygienic restrictions on the condition of the bottles before bottling.

Bottles are usually held by the neck. To do this, you need to make a special holder. The bottom of the bottle is usually not flocked. Gluing and flocking one product with a manual flocker will take an average of 2-3 minutes.

flock coating

Flocking (pile) provides the effect of velvet, suede or carpet. It can be applied to almost any materials: leather, concrete, plastic, metal, glass, wood, fabric, film materials, etc.

Flocking perfectly gives a more modern design to the interior of the apartment, furniture, car interior, shoes, clothes, various cases and boxes. Flock coatings can be applied to various souvenirs and New Year's products, children's toys, jewelry boxes, women's handbags, display boards, display shelves, artificial flowers, toilet seats, picture and mirror frames, and much more.

Such a coating is well tolerated by temperatures up to 100 degrees, has properties that absorb noise, prevents condensation, and is quite durable.

Sale of flokators and consumables for flocking

Its range thickness ranges from 0.5 mm to 3 cm, depending on the type (for example, carpet or suede) of the flock.

Business plan: Flocking technology does not require you to spend a lot of money to start your own business. And the initial investment will pay off pretty quickly.

To work, you need to purchase specialized equipment - a flocking machine. There are a number of devices of various modifications designed for flocking various products manufactured by many enterprises.

Auto-Flock LLC (St. Petersburg) offers several types of floccators. You can purchase a mini-flokator AF-1R at a price of 12 thousand rubles (prices are oriented to 20007) designed for flocking products of a simple shape of small sizes (emblems), or a universal manual device for flocking AF-ZR at a price of 18 thousand rubles, made in three modifications, differing in design and some functionality (they have a control unit, a device for measuring the quality of the flock). The device AF-ZR is designed for flocking any parts (flat and embossed) of small sizes. The apparatus contains an electric field source and a hand tool connected to it by a cable, two replaceable flock hoppers. The AF-100 floccator is portable, easy to transport, can be installed on a table, on the floor, etc.

EPF-1, 2 electropneumoflokators are designed for flocking parts with a complex surface, especially with deep internal cavities, as well as for flocking walls, ceilings, etc. The EPF contains a flock dosing bin, a flock pneumatic supply system to the working tool, a high voltage source, and a control panel. The device is quite suitable for flocking the car interior. The cost of EPF-1 is 36 thousand rubles, EPF-2 is 62 thousand rubles.

All devices operate from a 220 V network, have a maximum flocking voltage of 100 V, a maximum operating current of 100 μA, power consumption for AF-ZR - 10 W, for others - 0.5 kW.

In addition to devices, the company produces automatic flocking units UV-0.6, UV-1.2, UV-1.8 (large) costing 92, 136 and 180 thousand rubles, respectively. They are intended for automatic flocking of flat and slightly embossed parts (finely embossed, little embossed). The maximum width of the products flocked on the installations is 0.6 m, 1.2 m and 1.8 m, respectively. The productivity of the installations is 1 p. m / min. The power consumption is 0.8 kW, 1.2 kW and 1.6 kW, respectively.

According to your order, the company can manufacture special equipment for flocking various products: lodgements for packaging, bottles, car upholstery parts, special installations for flocking ritual tapes, etc.

LLC "Kontur-Flock" offers similar flocking equipment: manual flocker FR-01, designed for small-scale production, textile products, interior decoration; industrial flock machine FJ 600 (400) designed for flocking the surfaces of various parts, sheet and roll materials; various measuring apparatus used in flocking, as well as imported equipment.

LLC Kirov-Stroyindustriya offers a flocking machine for 16,900 rubles (prices for 2007), as well as a technology for assembling a flocking machine for 550 rubles on an advance payment, for 700 rubles - when documents are sent by cash on delivery. The device is assembled from available domestic parts, assembly is carried out at home. The manufacture of one device costs about 1500 rubles (excluding the cost of the assembly scheme and technology). The technology of flocking is very simple.

The surface of the product with a brush or roller through a stencil is smeared with glue, which must match the material being lubricated, for example, acrylic for fabrics, and PVA for wood materials. Approximately 150 g of glue is consumed per square meter, flock is consumed 100 grams per square meter. m. Next, flocking is done with the appropriate equipment, while the flock villi fly up to the product with the help of an electric field and stick to the surface, which can be both embossed and flat. At the end, everything is dried properly, it can be dried in an oven, determining the temperature depending on the type of glue.

Consumables here are flock and glue. The adhesive is selected depending on the material to be flocked and on the requirements for the coating (water resistance, mechanical strength, etc.). For flocking wood materials PVA glue, carbamide resins, various paints are used, polyurethane, epoxy glues are used for plastic flocking, acrylic glue is used for fabric flocking. Adhesives of domestic and German production different types(polyurethane, water-based, epoxy) at a price of 200-800 rubles / kg can be purchased from the equipment supplier at Auto-Flock LLC.

Flock is a chopped and chemically processed nylon fiber. The length of the villi is 0.5-2 mm. The color scale of a flock is very wide (more than 36 flowers). In order to obtain different shades, you can mix multi-colored flock. It is produced in Russia (St. Petersburg) and abroad (Germany, Switzerland, Italy, USA, etc.). Depending on the products that need to be flocked, the type of apparatus, flock and adhesive composition is selected.

Flock consumption - 120-150 g / sq.m. The cost of flocking 1 sq. cm averages 1.5 kopecks. Usually, flocking the rear shelf of a car costs about 700 rubles.

Recommendations. You can offer your services to your regional enterprises, or you can manufacture own products when buying in bulk, for example, fabric products, finish them with a flock coating and sell them in bulk with a difference in price.
If you have enough finances to purchase the device, there is an option with its self-assembly, the technology of which can be bought from the developers. Advertise your service in local media.

Initial costs: 5-15 thousand rubles.
Monthly income: up to 500% of the cost.

Business Ideas - Making Goods

Flocking at home.

Many want to do flocking, produce flocking at home. Here I brought one informative list to help, I think it will help you estimate the amount of money and materials needed.

This list displays the number of required items and materials that are needed to get started " flocking business". The list is based on my own previous experience and purely my personal opinion on the matter.

The list does not include the costs of registration (as an individual entrepreneur), preparation of the premises (insulation, additional lighting and heating), advertising, etc. The list contains only tools and materials. With such a set of tools and materials, you can try in your room (even on the balcony - it happens) flocking“taste” and subsequently decide (4-6 months after the start, you can already think further) whether it is worth doing this in the future and subsequently buying the necessary things and consumables.

Name …. Price for 1 unit in rubles ….. Quantity …. Sum …. My explanation

floccator 15 000….. 1….. 15 000
For example, the flokator FR-01 (Lipetsk production) is taken. In my opinion, this is the best value for money. floccator

flock 1 200….. 4…… 4 800
Flock polyamide Swiss in 1 mm. For starters, 4 kg of flock of different colors is enough. I would advise you to choose from: blue, black, gray, red.

Do-it-yourself flocking / How to start a flocking business?

Consumption - 1 kg. for 6 sq.m. Flock

flocking adhesive 1040 …..2….. 2080
For example, the glue "Unonil 1500" is taken. To get started, 2 liters is enough. High quality German glue. Consumption - 1 l. for 5 sq.m.

hair dryer (household) 400…. 1….. 400
An ordinary hair dryer, but it can still blow the flock from the flocked parts. A very useful thing and is not expensive, you can replace the compressor. It is desirable that the hair dryer has the ability to turn off the heating element - so that unheated air blows.

brushes 20….. 5….. 100
Take brushes "for water emulsion" - they are best suited for flocking (the pile falls less, it is easier to make an even adhesive layer), although they cost a little more, but if desired, they can be washed from glue residue in acetone. The most common width is 5 cm. For flocking ceilings or entire door cards - 8 - 10 cm

epoxy adhesive 180…. .1….. 180
Not prevent

putty on fiber 150…. one…. 150
Not prevent

tape 30…. 2….. 60
Take just stationery tape, which is brown (the color is better seen on the details). You can also buy a special car, but stationery is the most versatile (suitable for a variety of situations)

gasoline 20 for 1 liter…… 1….. 20
Sometimes it can be used as a replacement for white spirit, gasoline is cheaper.

acetone 60 for 0.6 l…… 1….. 60
It is needed mainly for washing hands and brushes from dried glue.

White spirit 40 for 0.6 l .... 1 ……40
It is a weak solvent. Compared to acetone, white spirit is not as corrosive for coatings - it can even be wiped over the flocked surface after the flocked surface has completely dried.

car primer in cans 190 for 0.8 kg….. 2…. 380
It is mainly used for the impregnation of wood and fabric elements before flocking. You can also take PF (it is cheaper), but av. Primer dries much faster

skin with different grain sizes 3 x 0.5 m…… 200
You can take grain at 80, 120, 140. You don’t need so much skins. Plastic, unlike iron, does not destroy the grain of the skin so quickly. A piece of 10 by 10 cm may be enough to sand the entire torpedo.

OTHER — — 3000
I did not include such simple tools, like scissors, screwdrivers, knives (I think everyone has such things). Approximately so much money is needed to arrange a little workshop. to design a flocking table and make a rack (buy galvanized sheet, plywood, cellophane).

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As you can see from the list, the biggest costs go to floccator + flock + flocking adhesive= about 22,000 rubles. Everything else totals as much as 4,500 rubles. TOTAL: about 26,000 rubles to organize YOUR small business. If flocking the interior of a car costs about 15,000 rubles, then the “clean” flocker will get 8,000 - 10,000 rubles from this.

Believe me, you won’t be able to save on a flokator. Making high-quality coatings with a low-quality device is like hand-painting rolls of wallpaper in a paper mill. If desired, a high-quality device can be sold, flokators are in demand in the secondary market.

I advise you to stop believing in miracles. Only in fairy tales, "Vanya" without doing anything, drive around on the stoves and everything they have "chiki - bunches" in just half a day. "Working" flokator schemes on the Internet - there are none, there are schemes with errors. Errors in the schemes are laid initially and intentionally (those who are smart will understand why, I give a "tip" - floccator subject to state manufacturing certification). If you have any doubts about this, you can write me a question on my email. mail - we will discuss with you.

You can first train (to develop the skill of flocking) on ​​wood (any clean, sanded surface will do, for example, plywood) or on empty glass bottles. For training on wood, nitro varnish is suitable (so as not to waste expensive glue!). Nitrolak costs 140 rubles. for 1 kg. jar, but for glass and plastic it will not work.

If you wake up to work, then well-deserved "results" await you, and for lazybones - shame and disgrace.

Good luck to everyone, thank you for your attention ...

The most popular questions from beginner flockers + my answers

flocking - business plan

Flocking as a business can be quite promising. This topic is interesting, not very common, but arousing interest among consumers. It is rare that someone, faced with an unusual in texture, soft, pleasant to the touch coating, does not touch it with his hand and does not think - how is it done? Upon closer acquaintance, it turns out that production is not so difficult, equipment for flocking is relatively inexpensive, with a low cost of materials, given the unusualness, you can sell the result with a good profit. And if profitable - you can start!

But before you bet on the flock, you need to understand all the intricacies of this case. Without going deep into technology, let's try to figure out what it takes for a business to be successful.

The first thing to think about is how we will position our service - as a creative, design, or as a handicraft, akin to finishing work. This depends on the final cost. finished products for the consumer, the requirements that apply to its quality, and the planned amount of work per day.

The fact is that if you make flocked, for example, elements of clothing, designer shoes, souvenir products, apply fleecy designs on leather goods, cosmetic bottles, paintings, decorate bottles, Christmas tree decorations or flower pots - for this, first of all, you need an artist. Technological process any assiduous and attentive person can master, but to make a drawing beautiful, harmoniously combined with the product on which it is applied - here you need artistic taste and the ability to draw. Ideally, of course, if the creator himself brings his ideas to life, but more often it happens that it is simply not economically feasible to use a high-class designer for drawing work.

If the focus is on flocking large surfaces (wallpaper, interior surfaces of drawers in furniture, tables for billiards and table tennis, lining of car or yacht interiors, floors and walls in recording studios that require increased sound insulation), then other specialists are needed, accuracy and responsibility are more important here than artistic skills.

It is not worth making a workshop from your own apartment (even if you decide that there will be no hired employees, and the business owner will perform the whole process from finding customers to making ready-made coatings himself) is not worth it. The fact is that glue and specially processed viscose, polyamide, acrylic, polyester and other fibers are used here, which are suitable for electroflotation. Therefore, the room should be well ventilated, and you need to work in special protective clothing. In addition, the air in the room should not be too dry, otherwise the pile dries up and lays down incorrectly. In principle, a garage or warehouse may well come up.

List of equipment to be purchased, is determined depending on

the direction that was originally chosen. However, as a rule, it includes the actual electroflocator (cost about $400), air compressor ($200 - $500), infrared dryer ($200 - $1500), 3D flocking camera ($250), silk screen machine ($200). - $500), as well as spray guns and sets of painting tools and squeegees. This equipment can be used both in a small workshop and in a fairly large production. Do not be afraid that with the development of your business you will have to regularly purchase new technical devices, they last a very long time and quickly pay for themselves.

But you have to buy regularly - so this expendable materials. First of all, it is actually a flock and glue, which serves as the basis for its application. The estimated price of glue is $20 per kilogram, and the price of a flock is from $35 for the same quantity. You need to have an assortment of pile colors - at least 7 - 10 items, and if the line of business is decorative design, then more. In general, to get started, you need to spend about $ 300 on materials. Some part will have to be spent on trial work until the master acquires stable skills in working with equipment and catches all the subtleties of the technology. Then purchases are made depending on the volume of planned work.

The consumption of material per 1 m2 is approximately 180 g of flock and 180-200 g of glue, that is, the cost of materials per processed square meter will be about $ 10. To this amount, you need to add the cost of paying the designer and craftsman, renting the premises, equipment depreciation, and marketing and advertising costs. But on an industrial scale, these costs will seem insignificant, and in the manufacture of designer features, the cost of work is estimated to be several times higher than the cost.

The fact is that the calculation of the price for the buyer is not per square meter, but per square centimeter, and its cost, depending on the region, season, artistic value, originality and demand, can be up to $ 0.5 per cm2 (and in a square meter 10,000 sq. cm!). But even without taking into account the work of the designer, for example, the cost of flocking one car interior is on average about $ 500 (a little more or less depending on the model).

Therefore, we can say with confidence that this type of business, while it is not yet very common and in demand, with a competent approach, can become very profitable. Especially on the eve of the New Year, when the demand for souvenirs, toys, cute unusual trifles is increasing, it is quite possible to get into the stream and start your new business!

Flocking. Buying a flocking device (flocator)

The action of the flokator is to give the particles of the flock an electric charge and eject them to the surface. This is due to the high-voltage emitter built into the device. Units for creating flock surfaces are industrial and manual. For small business more often use manual flokatory. They are suitable for working with any surfaces and are much cheaper than industrial ones. The ideal characteristics of a manual floccator are: maximum voltage 70kV, current strength 20-25 microamperes.

Some manufacturers increase these figures, while emphasizing that their models have increased performance. Indeed, the escape velocity of particles in this case increases, but they do not have time to receive a charge, because of this they fly out chaotically and settle on the surface without really fixing themselves. Consequently, the clogging density suffers, the coating turns out to be heterogeneous - either with bald spots or with lumps. In addition, in this case, the consumption of material increases significantly.

A good floccator does not need to be shaken for it to work.. On the contrary, the movements when working with it should be smooth, then the flock lies evenly, creating a velvety surface. The exception is those cases when the work has to be carried out by holding the flocking device “upside down”, when the flock does not fall on the emitter. In such cases, the floccator really needs to be shaken occasionally. You should also pay attention to the size of the bunker. If you have to coat hard-to-reach places, such as the inside of a safe, a small hopper will be more convenient. When processing large areas, a large hopper is useful. The density of the packing also depends on the material from which the emitter is made. It is best if it is made of aluminum.

An additional advantage of the flocking device will be the ability to work on batteries, it is much more convenient to work with such a flocking device than with mains-powered models. Also, given that the device is still manual, you should pay attention to its weight. Also, additional, but not mandatory, characteristics include the presence of power adjustment. To do right choice, based on your budget, you need to study the characteristics of the models presented and the reviews of the flockers who dealt with them.

Flocking. Workplace preparation

The room in which the flocker will work must be spacious enough. Due to the toxicity of the materials used in the process, it is desirable to create forced ventilation.

The quality of flocking depends on the humidity of the indoor air, the ideal humidity is 50-60%. It will also be a plus if a constant temperature of about 20-25 ° C is maintained in the room. For safety reasons, there must be a powder fire extinguisher in the room.

The main workplace for flocking is the table, so it must be equipped first. For convenience of work, the height of the table should be about 1m.

Its surface area is determined by the nature of the manufactured products. If these are figurines, flower pots or other small items, then the size of the tabletop can be approximately 1m long and 0.6m wide. If it is planned to flock, for example, the interior of a car, then the dimensions should be at least 1.6 m in length and 1 m in width. Any part of the car, including the ceiling, will fit on such a table. To reduce the loss of flock, which scatters during operation, bumpers can be made on the table.

To do this, slats about 0.3 m high are nailed to the tabletop from 3 sides. This height is the most optimal, it will be enough to hold the bulk of the tissue particles and, at the same time, it will not interfere, even if you have to move around the table during work.

When working with a floktor, do not forget about safety, That's why be sure to ground the table. To do this, it is covered with a galvanized sheet that matches the size of the countertop, and a copper or aluminum wire with a cross section of about 0.5 cm is removed from it, connecting the second end to the ground loop (radiators and water pipes cannot be used for these purposes).

Then the entire table, including the sides, is covered with dense polyethylene. This is done for the convenience of work - the table will be easy to clean from glue, flock particles will not get stuck in cracks.

The table should be placed so that it can be approached from all sides, in addition, it should be well lit. Having nailed a shelf under the table, you can organize a place to store the flokator and other tools. In addition to the table, you will need a place for drying products. For these purposes, you can use racks or shelves. Their sizes depend on the scope of work and the size of the products. High volume production or some adhesives may require forced drying. Then you need to equip the drying cabinet. For this, a cabinet frame with shelves is assembled, and a heater is placed inside. This completes the organization of the workplace, now you can get to work.

Flocking. Surface preparation

The preparation of a flocked part primarily depends on the part itself, or rather on the material from which it is made.

Consider the options:

1. Wood and plaster surfaces. Such products should be primed, as they have many pores. You can not prime the product, but if it does not exceed the size of 10X10 cm. Any primer can be used, but only so that the glue is then compatible with this primer.

Surfaces are best primed with pentaphthalic enamels. Of the currently produced paints, PF-226 brown-yellow is considered the best. In order to remove the yellowness from this paint, PF-115 black is added to it in proportions with PF-226:Pf-115 as 3:1. For uniform application, you should not take paint that has already been stored for a long time, since the solvent evaporates and the paint itself becomes viscous, which greatly complicates the process. But if there is no other option, then such paint can be diluted with white spirit.

Too liquid paint is also not good - it is a bad base for floco. Therefore, a lot of attention is paid to viscosity! 40-50 it should be according to the viscometer. Such paint will be a good primer and even with repeated application it will become a good adhesive for flock. But before applying a second time, you need to wait until the primer is completely dry. If you flock laminated surfaces, then such products do not need a primer.

2. Plexiglas products and plastic products. Before applying the adhesive, such products must be thoroughly rubbed with a detergent composition from fatty contaminants migrating to the surface of the plastic components during storage. Trisodium phosphate can be used as a degreaser. It should be dissolved in warm water in a ratio of 5:1 liter. The degreasing process itself can be done by dipping the product or using a rag. Before applying glue and flock, the surface must be completely dry.

3. Metal products. Such products must also be degreased with white spirit or turpentine. Large surfaces are recommended to be primed as in the case of plastic products.

4. Glass surfaces. These surfaces, like plastic ones, should be degreased with detergents.

Flocking. Flock application

The flock coating is applied after the preparation of the surface and the flock itself.

Paint or glue should be applied in an even layer on the surface of the product that you have chosen, without smudges and sagging. You also need to decide in advance how to apply the flock.

So that it is not difficult for the flock to stick into the glue and so that a film of glue with a changed surface tension does not form on the surface of the product itself, it is necessary to start flocking no later than 3-4 minutes after the glue has been applied.

In the picture you can see two different results: the result of flocking within 3-4 minutes after applying the adhesive and the result within 10 minutes.

As a result, it is seen that:
The lint firmly adhered to the polymer binder film after curing and accordingly penetrated deeply into the adhesive layer;
The villus was not firmly fixed, as it penetrated only a small part of its surface, and most likely it will fall out during further use of the product.

The flocking process should be provided that after the first time it is necessary to blow off the unattached villi with a vacuum cleaner, and then repeat the procedure again, i.e. flocking of the product, but only without applying glue. This process will allow new fibers to take up free places in the glue layer. In the event that the selected product has a complex configuration, the flocking procedure can be repeated one more time.

Depending on the drying mode of the glue that was selected, it is also necessary to dry the product itself. After completing the procedure, you need to wait until the product (glue) is completely dry and only then carry out quality control, cleaning and packaging.

Flocking. Drying details

Drying of manufactured parts by flocking is determined depending on the choice of one of the three types of production.

Let's consider each of them in order.

First - this is a small-circulation production, this will include single products, for example, parts for finishing a car interior.
For this method production is characterized by the usual application of solvent-based adhesives, using a brush or roller. It should be noted that the glue should dry very slowly. The flocking itself is done using a manual flocker.
Drying of these products is carried out in open space while maintaining room temperature throughout the day.

Second – this is the production of a medium circulation of products, for example, flocking bottles.
Here the production starts with the same method of applying the glue, but it is also a good idea to perform a dip, which will allow the use of a special glue with a drying time of up to five minutes. Flocking is carried out both manually and in a bulk flocking chamber.
Drying with this method is also possible open at room temperature or using a drying cabinet.

Third - this is a large-circulation production, here cases and special boxes for jewelry will serve as an example. The method of applying water-dispersion adhesive is best used by spraying. Flocking is carried out on a stationary flock machine.
Drying of such parts should be carried out in a special continuous oven.

by the most the best conditions for flocking processes in the premises are: humidity level of 50-60 percent with a temperature of 25 degrees. To control and maintain such conditions, it is best to use special devices indoors.

Flocking result.

		Flocking technology is becoming more and more popular every day. After all, everything new is a well-forgotten old! Everything that catches your eye falls under the flock, it all starts, of course, with home furnishings! These wonderful bottles are no exception, which, after flocking, have become at least several times more expensive! And live, these items look even more attractive! And by the way, this work was done by our friend, who at that time was just beginning to master the technology of flocking! We wish him success in this business!
Device: Manual flokator RF-U03 Material: Flock Italy - 1 mm, Glue Tubikol

Flocking. Necessary equipment to start a business

Flocking is a technology for creating a velvety shell on various surfaces. This business idea has not been widely adopted yet. But flocking phones, car panels, laptops and safes is in demand. It is fashionable, aesthetically pleasing and quite modern.

With the help of flocking, you can create exclusive bottles, souvenirs and other unusual items.

For organization production process you need to purchase a manual flokator and consumables - flock and glue. It is also necessary to have a production room with a work table and shelving, which has a ground connection. Room temperature in the room should be constant at a humidity of no more than 75%.

Flocator.

For electrostatic flocking, you can use a manual flocker (for example, U02M). It is equipped with a high-voltage generator, mains adapter, flock hopper and hopper nets. Personally, I have RF-U03, I bought it for 11,000 Russian - now it may already have risen in price.

Glue.

The first stage of work is the application of an adhesive base to the product. For High Quality flocking uses glue of the German company SNT, which has a high electrical conductivity. It is applied to the product with a brush (in some cases, full immersion in glue is used). A flock is sprayed onto the adhesive layer using a flocator.

Flock.

For flocking products, a polyamide flock with a length of 0.5-1 mm is usually used. Achieve colors, desired by the customer, is possible by mixing several colors. Their compatibility, proportions and the resulting shade are determined experimentally. Excess flock spilled on the working table can be reused by pouring it into the flokator bunker.

The flock is stored in a dark room in a tightly closed container, as it becomes unusable when it freezes, heats up and gets wet.
The average flock consumption is 150-200 gr. per 1 sq. m.
Finished products must be dried during the day, which will require special racks.

Flocking is presented as a technique for applying flock by means of an electrostatic field. Flock, in turn, acts as a collection of small particles of textile fiber. Synthetic or natural materials, which are finely chopped or cut, can be used as raw materials. The thickness of this element varies between 0.2 - 0.5 mm. To perform flocking with your own hands, you must first acquire a flocker, which acts as the main tool.

You may also be interested in very interesting article our specialist, telling how to perform.

Previously, the fibers are subjected to chemical treatment with electrolytes. The floccator, in turn, generates an electrostatic field with a negative charge, due to which the fibers adhering to the adhesive base have a perpendicular arrangement. This provides the effect of a special velvety texture.

To ensure that the color of the flocked surface is ideal for the stylistic design of the salon, the villi are pre-painted.

As for the surface of the car that can be flocked, it can be any element both inside and outside, even the body. Few decide to transform the body, but the transformation of the interior, in particular, its individual elements, is a popular type of styling among modern car owners.

Advantages and disadvantages

Since the disadvantages of the considered surface decoration technology are much less than the advantages, it is worth starting with the negative sides:

• the technology is unknown to a wide circle of motorists, and not everyone has a flokator;
• the structure of the coating is deformed under the influence of alcohol-containing liquids;
• the phenomenon of electrification in relation to individual materials is possible;
• consumables are expensive, the same can be said about the equipment.

Considering the flocking of the car interior in terms of price, it is worth focusing on the cost of other types of finishes. For example, the use of Alcantara or genuine leather will cost even more, and constriction with a carpet, on the contrary, is a budget option. As for the advantages of this technology, there are many more:

• a wide range of texture solutions and color shades;
• ease of maintenance of such surfaces;
• fire resistance;
• the surface treated with flock does not absorb foreign odors;
• resistance to UV rays (does not fade in the sun over the years);
• in terms of thermal insulation, 2 mm of flock replaces 10 mm of thermal insulation material;
• soundproofing characteristics are also at a decent level;
• environmentally friendly material in relation to the human body and nature in general;
• long service life due to the strength of the material.

Since we figured out what a flock is, it remains to consider the varieties of this material in order to be able to competently approach the issue of choosing it when buying.

The texture in the form of felt, velvet or suede directly depends on the quality of the thread, as well as its thickness and length.

Given the material, it is worth highlighting the following options:

• polyester is problematic to paint, but the surface is durable;
• cotton, on the contrary, is short-lived, but it is cheap and demonstrates resistance to moisture;
• viscose is easily dyed, it is also easy to use, but does not return its shape well after deformation;
• acetate demonstrates temperature resistance and ductility, but wear resistance is not at the highest level;
• polyamide - the most common option due to its plasticity, elasticity and durability;
• mixed flock belongs to the category of combined materials and is represented by a combination of polyester, cotton and nylon;
• Carbon fiber flock is considered to be an innovative material, the performance parameters of which have not yet been fully studied.

Flocking car interior

So, flocking: what is it, what preparatory work needs to be done, what materials to prepare and what is the technology?

The room where you will work with elements of the car interior must meet the following criteria:

• dry and warm;
• the presence of a table with grounding;
• the presence of a ventilation system;
• good lighting.

For proper performance of work, you must purchase the following in advance:

1. Electric floccator manual type approximately 70 kV at 25 microamperes. Choose a model with a power adjustment function and the ability to work autonomously from the mains on batteries.
2. As for the glue, the usual "Moment" will not work. The composition for flocking should be special; such products are represented on the market by a wide range.
3. - the third main component and the varieties of this material were discussed earlier. Swiss and English manufacturers are now the most trusted, but their cost is appropriate. Chinese products are more affordable, and the quality is almost identical. Among the manufacturers there are also Russian brands, but domestic products are not suitable for use as a finishing material for cars. More like souvenirs. As for the color palette, the variety of which has already been mentioned, there are not only matte shades to choose from, but also bronze, gold and silver, and frilly fluorescent colors.

Surface treatment in a special way is a mandatory measure before applying the flock coating:

1. Delete the slightest sign dirt and dust.
2. Plastic parts can be simply treated with alcohol to eliminate oily sheen.
3. The elimination of any defects on the surface is also a mandatory step.
4. The primer for plastic parts is used when working with polypropylene elements.
5. Ground the part, not just the desktop;
6. Apply an even layer of glue. You can pre-add a coloring pigment to it in the color of the flock, so that flaws and errors do not catch your eye. Remove excess adhesive and smudges immediately with a dry brush. At this stage, you have 10 minutes to spray the flock before the glue dries. Any contact between the ground wire and the adhesive is excluded.

flocking process

The flocking process involves the use of special equipment in the form of a flocculator for spraying fiber particles:

1. It is necessary to fill the flock into the bunker of the device. Mixing fibers of different shades will allow you to invent a new color. In the latter case, strictly adhere to the proportions or experiment in advance.
2. Hold the tool with a bare hand by the metal handle to create a ground.
3. The distance from the nozzle to the surface to be treated is 13 cm, the tool is located perpendicularly.
4. Determine the power depending on the size of the fiber. The smaller the flock fiber, the lower the power.
5. Try to distribute the first layer as evenly as possible, remove the remaining flock with a hairdryer. Repeat the application and blow-out steps until the coating is as you intended. Often 3 layers is more than enough.
6. Dry the resulting velvety surface for a day at a temperature of +20 degrees Celsius.
7. Remove excess lint again, this time with a brush. Assemble the finished part.

findings

If you are working with this technology for the first time, do not reproach yourself for the presence of errors and inaccuracies, within an hour after application you will be able to remove the adhesive layer along with the flock where the defect was found. If there are unused fibers left in the tool hopper, they can be poured into a bag and stored until the next use. Care of the surface in question is limited to vacuuming. Remember, you cannot save on the quality of materials, since the duration of the service life of the treated surface primarily depends on them.

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