We are surrounded by items that are powder coated

Powder Coating

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We are surrounded by items that are powder coated. For example, patio furniture , garden tools, mail boxes, kitchen appliances, automotive trim, and wire closet shelving are just a few of many! Highway and bridge construction materials must be epoxy powder coated for corrosion protection. Notice the next time you're out for a drive that the steel in new bridges are "lime green" in color.

Powder Coating is an advanced yet simple way of spray-painting a very fine, dry plastic powder paint onto a metal surface. As the powder paint cloud gently leaves the front of the spray gun, it is charged with static electricity. The charge attracts the powder paint to the part that requires coating. The part is then placed in an oven, where it bakes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes. While in the oven, the powder paint melts and flows into a beautiful and durable finish. Primers are not necessary. There are no unsightly runs or drips, as often results with the use of wet paint. Prior to baking, powder coating is very forgiving of coating mistakes. Because it is powder, the paint can be blown with a low-pressure air nozzle, quickly and easily covering up the mistake.

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