Powder Coating FAQ: Answers to Your Most Common Questions

Over the years, we've come to know many of the questions our customers often have about powder coating. Here are some answers to some of the most common ones.

A: Most powder coatings offer excellent results for 15-20 years. Longevity depends primarily on proper preparation, material selection, and the conditions under which the coated item is used.

A: Anything! Seriously, most powder coatings can be pigmented to match nearly any color needed. 

A: Powder coatings are all durable and resilient in indoor settings, and generally, only epoxy- and vinyl-based coatings don't perform as well with UV exposure, though special formulations can improve this.

A: The short answer is any sized item can be powder coated. The longer answer is that our facility is equipped to handle nearly any size product. Because most of our equipment is designed and built in-house, we can generally modify our setup to meet your needs. 

A: Because most powder coating involves electromagnetic charges and a heat-curing process, the vast majority of powder coated products are made of metal. Newer applications with Halar and UV-curing coatings offer solutions for more sensitive materials such as wood, plastics, and glass.

A: Not only are powder coating materials non-toxic, the process is very environmentally friendly with virtually no waste, no volatile chemicals or solvents, and no harmful residues or cleanup needed. Powder coating is also approved for use with medical equipment and food-related uses. 

A: Electrostatic spray coating typically results in thicknesses between 0.001" and 0.030" depending on the technique and material used. Fluidized bed coatings are generally 0.007" to 0.025" thick.

A: Choosing the best powder coating solution for your project depends on many variables, including performance requirements, environmental exposures, intended uses, desired appearance, budget, and more. With decades of experience, we can help you choose the best material for your needs.

A: Good preparation is critical for a durable, quality result, so we have blast cabinets in our facility to ensure your parts remain in-house and are free of oil, grease, old paint, debris, and anything else that could interfere with the powder coating process.

A: From expert spray and fluidized bed powder and dip coating to molding, prototyping, design, assembly, printing, logistics, and dozens of other services, we're your one-stop shop for coating solutions. ISO 9001:2015 certified with zero outsourcing, we're ready to work with you, so contact us today for your next project.