What is Powder Coating
Powder coating is a dry finishing process that involves applying a fine, electrostatically charged powder to a surface and then curing it under heat to form a durable, smooth and uniform finish.
Whats it made from?
The powder is typically made from thermoplastic or thermoset polymer resins, combined with pigments, levelling agents, and other additives. The process is widely used in industrial and consumer applications due to its many advantages.
How Powder Coating Works
- Preparation: The surface is cleaned and pretreated to remove dirt, oil, or rust and to improve adhesion.
- Application: The powder is applied using an electrostatic spray gun. The charged powder particles adhere to the grounded surface.
- Curing: The coated item is placed in a curing oven, where the powder is chemically bonded to form a smooth, hardened finish.
Why Choose Powder Coating
- Durability: Powder-coated surfaces are resistant to chipping, scratching, fading, and corrosion, making them ideal for high-wear applications.
- Environmentally Friendly: Powder coating produces minimal volatile organic compounds (VOCs) compared to liquid paint, making it an eco-friendlier option.
- Versatility: It can be applied to a wide range of materials, predominantly steel or aluminium and offers a variety of finishes such a matt, gloss or textured.
- Aesthetic Appeal: Powder coating provides a uniform, high-quality finish with vibrant colours and textures.
- Chemical and UV Resistance: It offers excellent protection against chemicals and UV rays, making it suitable for outdoor applications.
What can I have Powder Coated?
- Industrial equipment (sheet metal fabrications, frames and ducting etc)
- Architectural components (aluminium frames, fences, driveway gates, roller shutter doors)
- Appliances (commercial ovens)
- Vehicle parts (motorcycle/car wheels, frames, chassis/engine parts)
- Consumer goods (bicycle frames and parts)