You’ve probably heard of powder coating, but do you know what it is? Let’s take a closer look.
Powder coating uses a special type of paint that’s composed of ground-up resin and pigment. The powder is electrostatically sprayed onto a product and then placed in an oven to cure.
Powder coating offers many advantages over traditional paint. The finish is super durable. It holds up over time and creates a smooth finish that’s very difficult to chip or scratch. Overall it’s resilient and the color resists fading for a long time.
With powder coating, your parts can look great for years to come. The only maintenance that’s typically needed is a simple wipe down with a rag dipped in a little soap and water.
Not only is powder coating durable and long-lasting. It’s also a time saver and economically friendly. Powder coating is quicker by nature. It only takes one coat, versus having to wait for wet paint to dry before adding another layer (if needed). It doesn’t need to be sanded in between coats either. The parts get sprayed with powder in a booth and quickly put into the oven to cure. There are fewer steps and less time required. There’s also less space needed in the shop to store powders versus paints. And, since the parts don’t need to sit around drying, they won’t take up as much space either.
The other nice thing about powder coating is it’s better for the environment and the user. Liquid paint tends to emit chemicals, unlike powder that only releases a very small amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Traditional paint is messier and harder to get off your skin. If the powder gets on your skin, it can be easily washed off with soap and water.
In addition, powder is easier to clean up when spilled. Whereas paint can get on everything and require solvents to remove. The powder can simply be wiped off and vacuumed up. Powder doesn’t create as much waste as liquid paint, which is equally beneficial for the environment. You can even dispose of it in a “green” way.
Overall, powder paint coating offers many benefits to the consumer and industry. It’s convenient and it has quicker turnaround times. It provides a beautiful finish that’s made to last.
If you’d like to learn more about powder coating, other services we have to offer or request a job quote, we invite to you reach out to us. You can visit our website or give us a call at (307) 672-9220.
