| Why is powder coating superior? |
Powder Coating is an advanced method of applying a decorative and protective
finish to virtually any type of metal that can be used both by
industry and consumers. The powder used in the process is a mixture
of finely ground particles of pigment and resin, which is
electrostatically sprayed onto the surface to be coated. The
charged powder particles adhere to the electrically grounded
surfaces until the powder is heated and fused into a smooth coating
in the curing oven. The result is a uniform, durable, high quality
and attractive finish. Powder coating is the fastest growing
finishing technology in North America, representing over 10% of all
industrial finishing applications.
Powder Coating gives consumers, businesses, and industries one of the most
economical, longest lasting, and most color-durable quality
finishes available on virtually any type of metal. Powder coated
surfaces are more resistant to chipping, scratching, fading, and
wearing than other finishes. Color selection is virtually unlimited
with flat, satin, gloss, high gloss, metallic, candies, clear,
iridescent, fluorescent, wrinkle, hammer tone, and glitter finishes
available. Colors stay bright and vibrant longer. Texture
selections range from smooth surfaces to wrinkled or matte
finishes, and rough textures designed for hiding surface
imperfections.
| It protects the environment |
Powder Coating is also highly protective of our environment. While liquid
finishes contain solvents which have pollutants known as volatile
organic compounds (VOC's), powder coating contains no solvents and
release negligible amounts, if any, VOC's into the atmosphere.
Therefore, there is no longer a need for finishers to buy and
maintain costly pollution control equipment.
Elimination of VOC's and the reduction of waste saves money and
helps companies comply more easily and economically with the
regulations of the U.S. Department of Environmental Protection
Agency. In fact, one of the major elements in expanding the market
for powder coating has been the implementation of stringent air
pollution control legislation over the past thirty years.
