PROJECT OVERVIEW
eDART, a South African manufacturer of slurry equipment for metallurgical plants, partnered with GMS Systems to redesign its spray-painting process. Facing inefficiencies, heavy manual handling, and workflow bottlenecks, eDART needed a safer and more streamlined solution.
GMS Systems engineered a custom overhead monorail conveyor system capable of handling components up to 500 kg, enabling single-pass, 360-degree spray painting. The result was a safer, more efficient process that reduced handling, improved productivity, and supported eDART’s long-term operational goals.
THE CHALLENGE
eDART’s spray-painting process had become a constraint on productivity:
- Components varied in size and weight, with some reaching 500 kg
- Full paint coverage required multiple handling stages
- Labour-intensive process introduced safety and efficiency risks
- Workflow inefficiencies limited throughput and scalability
While functional, the system no longer aligned with eDART’s expectations for a modern, efficient operation.
THE SOLUTION
GMS Systems proposed a custom overhead monorail conveyor system, designed to transform the spray-painting workflow.
Key Elements:
- Components able to move without floor obstruction
- Integration with a container-based spray booth and external drying area
- Single-session, 360-degree access to components
- Newly engineered four-wheel trolley system to safely handle heavier-than-standard loads
IMPLEMENTATION AND COLLABORATION
Collaboration and continuous feedback were key to transforming a challenge into a robust solution.
The project required close collaboration at every stage:
- Continuous design refinement based on testing and client feedback
- Coordination between design, manufacturing, and project management teams
- Site preparation and structural reinforcement to support the overhead system
- Clear communication to adapt to installation constraints without delaying progress
The result was a smooth installation and a solution perfectly aligned with eDART’s operational environment.
RESULTS
The completed system delivered measurable operational improvements:
- 100% single-pass spray painting, eliminating multiple handling stages
- Significant reduction in manual handling, improving operator safety
- Improved workflow efficiency and reduced bottlenecks
- Increased productivity and throughput
- A scalable solution aligned with eDART’s long-term growth strategy
What began as a challenging requirement became a robust, practical system with lasting impact.
CONCLUSION
This project demonstrates the value of thoughtful engineering and strong client partnership. eDART brought a clear vision for improvement, and GMS Systems delivered a tailored solution through technical expertise, persistence, and collaborative problem-solving.
The result is more than an overhead conveyor, it is a purpose-built system that enhances efficiency, safety, and operational performance.
CONTACT GMS SYSTEMS
If your operation is constrained by inefficient material handling, heavy manual processes, or limited workflow visibility, GMS Systems can help.
Let’s engineer a solution that fits your operation, not the other way around.
