I was told once that one should count on a wastage factor of about 10%… Well, yesterday when I was working some business plan numbers I went to add that 10% but began to question my understanding of the number. So, here’s my question. If there is a 10% wastage factor (I’m not doubting, but that does sound a little high), it’s 10% of WHAT exactly?? Gross? Net? Add an additional 10% on top of the retail price of each job that comes through the shop to factor for OVERALL waste? Per job?
Also, can someone give me a general idea of the profit margin of powder coating? After one considers labor, overhead and materials, what kind of profit can one count on?? 50%… 40%… 30%…
Thanks – Scott
Also, can someone give me a general idea of the profit margin of powder coating? After one considers labor, overhead and materials, what kind of profit can one count on?? 50%… 40%… 30%…

Thanks – Scott
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