We recently spoke to Andrew John Bettany, Production Manager at Original BTC’s Stoke-on-Trent Factory, who gave us all the details on how they finish each fixture to their incredibly high standard.
What item made your work life easier this week/month/lately?
Andrew John Bettany: Definitely our spray guns. We work with china using the slip-cast method to create each lighting fixture.
Where/how do you use this item most?
AJB: We only use the spray guns in our spray booth. This workspace specifically dedicated to spraying glaze allows us to extract out and reuse all of the overspray. It is extremely important to us that we are as resourceful and sustainably conscious as possible.
How did you discover this item?
AJB: Online.
Will you use this item in the future?
AJB: Absolutely. I use the spray guns on a daily basis.
How has this item made your job easier?
AJB: It is the best way to coat items that can’t be dipped. Without the spray gun, we would have to hand paint, which would create unwanted brush strokes and inconsistent fixtures. Not only is the spray gun the only logical option for large items, but it is easy to use and provides a reliable result.
How might someone not in your line of work benefit from this item?
AJB: A spray gun could be useful for spraying a fence or even a car. It can really be useful for any large fixture that requires an even coating of glaze or paint.
What, if anything, would you change about this item?
AJB: I wouldn’t change anything. It’s a good tool.
Are there any care/use tips someone considering this item should know about?
AJB: Aftercare is incredibly important. After I use it each time, I strip it down, clean it, and put vaseline on the needle to prevent any sticking.
