The Three P’s of Powder Coating
Powder coating is the cornerstone of colouring technology in the manufacturing world, thanks to its extreme versatility, exceptional coverage and ease of application. Everything from cars, trains and planes through to tables, chairs and lamps can benefit from powder coating and the three P’s of powder coating will explain exactly how!
Precision
Unlike traditional paint jobs, powder coating takes advantage of an extremely technical application process. Rather than swiping the paint from a brush onto a piece of metal, powder coated items are first treated to an electrostatic treatment which makes the metal positively charged. The powder is sprayed through an electrostatic spray gun which gives the particles a negative charge, making the two attracted to one another and forging a bond that is hard to unstick. This allows for precision accuracy during the application process, resulting in better more even coverage.
Performance
Another benefit of the aforementioned technical application is that powder coating creates a hard shell on the outside of the product rather than a soft one like paint would. This makes the colour extremely hardwearing and gives the material an added layer of resistance. Compared to paint which can chip or scuff fairly easily, powder coating is much more robust and less susceptible to erosion, meaning a long-lasting colour job that is unlikely to wear or tear or have a reduction in colour saturation.
Protection
Thanks to this strong outer coating that powder coating provides, products are better protected than they would be if left untreated or painted. Not only does this help to elongate the lifetime of the product but also makes it of higher quality generally. A bonus of choosing to powder coat items is that the powder contains no harmful chemicals or solvents, unlike paint and so businesses will be helping to protect their product, their customers and the environment.
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Powder Coating – The Environmental Choice
When it comes to being futureproof, businesses must do everything they can to limit waste, reduce greenhouse gases and minimise their strain on the planet, with more and more customers citing this as a major factor in deciding which company to go with. Historically, when it comes to adding colour to manufacturing projects, wet paint and spray paint have been the go-to options, but neither of these is considerate towards the environment. Now, powder coating is paving the way forwards and can help businesses to boost their green credentials.
No VOCs
Typically, wet and spray paints have fumes that evaporate when the paint dries, which then leak what is known as Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOCs into the air, which can be corrosive and damaging to the atmosphere. Our powder coating in Burnley on the other hand uses free flowing powder that is dry when applied, meaning there are no harmful by-products during the application process.
Powder Gun
Our powder coating in Burnley makes use of the professional paint line guns, which has electrostatic spray guns that direct the powder onto the project. Rather than using a sealant or lacquer to ensure the powder stays in place, the electrostatic gun uses negatively charged ions to ensure full and even coverage, which is much more green on the environment and actually produces a high-quality finish, with no dripping to be seen.
Recycling
Of course, when applying powder there is always some that falls off or excess powder that doesn’t get used to the project at hand. However, rather than sweep this away, our powder coating team in Burnley recycle any powder that we can and use it in future projects, meaning there is less waste involved in the process.
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Benefits of Switching to Powder Coated Metal
Powder coated metal has become the material of choice for businesses and manufacturers over the years, thanks to the numerous benefits it can offer to products.
Better Durability
Compared to uncoated metal, powder coated alternatives are much more durable and hardwearing. Components that are bare will succumb to rust and corrosion over time, where as powder coated items are corrosion proof, as long as the covering is kept in good condition. This is particularly important for commercial equipment, outdoor furniture or anything with moving parts as powder coating can prolong the lifespan and improve the overall usability of the finished product. What’s more when the manufacturer aims to sell this onto the end user, the product will be of a high quality which will boost customer retention and satisfaction and help solidify the brand image as reliable.
Improved Coverage
Before powder coating, many businesses relied on paint or chrome to coat metal and protect it, but as these options aren’t suitable for everything, some items couldn’t be protected at all. Using these 2 methods, the level of coverage obtained was extremely variable, particularly if a product was made of many components or had intricate designing. With powder coated metal, however, seamless coverage can be obtained quickly and efficiently using electrostatic spray deposition which adds an ionic charge to the powder particles, causing them to fuse to the metal in a uniform layer, which once cured is sold and flawless.
It is Greener
Businesses now are looking for ways to improve their carbon footprint and choosing powder coated metal over painted can help with that. Paint and spray typically contain corrosive ingredients which are damaging for the environment and can result in a lot of wasted product being thrown away. Powder coating on the other hand, contains just pigment and any excess powder can be recycled into new shade.
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4 Reasons Why Powder Coating Beats Paint
Whichever industry you are apart of, getting a high-quality finish to your products is often key to meeting demands. To get the long-lasting and durable finish desired, more and more people are turning to professional powder coating over traditional painting methods. With significant advantages to the process, we are proud to be leading the way at Finishing First UK Ltd, offering our clients superior quality and excellent customer service with each project we undertake. Outlined here are the 4 key benefits to powder coating.
1. Performance and Durability
Once a product has been powder coated by us, you can be assured of its long-lasting lifespan. In comparison to paint, powder coated finishes are much more resistant to scratches, chips and general wear-and-tear. They can also withstand weather and chemical corrosion, making powder coating a must for surfaces that are exposed to harsh environments.
2. Cost-effectiveness
Due to efficient application using our high-tech powder production line, powder coating translates to much lower costs than wet painting. This is because our process is automated, and with less operational costs required, we can pass on those savings to our clients.
3. Environmentally friendly
One of the biggest concerns with wet paint is the high amount of harmful gases (VOCs) that it produces. Powder coating is much more environmentally friendly, thanks to cleaner materials and processes. Plus, with our state of the art paint recycling feature, overflow is reduced and our waste is drastically minimised.
4. Quality
In terms of aesthetics, powder coating is yet again superior to traditional wet paint. Our production line uses an electrostatic spray deposition (ESD) to adhere the powder to the metal item. This electrostatic charge hugely reduces the risk of uneven coatings that can be commonly seen with wet paint, with powder coated materials staying fresher and brighter for longer periods of time.
Finishing First UK Ltd
No matter your reasoning for needing our powder coating services, we guarantee to produce a high-quality and durable product every time. Should you wish to discuss your unique requirements with our experienced professionals, you can contact us on 01282 459 111 or email info@finishingfirstuk.co.uk.
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