A range of finishes are available to enhance metal components that are used in a variety of industries. Before you choose the type of finish for your material, consider what type of wearing or impact that material is going to encounter. Beyond the standard coatings you will find for plastic and metal, there are also other specialty coatings available to meet other requirements including nickel boron plating, anti-rust coatings, hard anodizing coatings, and powder coating.
Specialized Coatings
The industries that benefit from specialized coatings include aerospace, firearm, automotive, and others. The industry application and type of metal that must be protected may determine the specific type of coding that should be used. However, there are important benefits to be derived from these coatings which may be applied to machinery parts, as well as other industry applications.
Below are a few of the specialty coatings used for a variety of industrial applications.
Nickel Boron Plating – this coating which provides important protection against wear and corrosion creates a texture packs as a buffer between two sliding or mating surfaces, thus reducing friction and drag.
Powder Coating – this coating provides protection that creates a resistance to fading, chips, where, scratches, impact, salt spray, and solvents. It represents a cost-effective option with color durability and a long service life span.
Hard Anodized Coatings – this coating gives the surface increased resistance to corrosion and wear. As well, it increases the thickness of the oxide layer present on the metal and improves adhesion capabilities involving paints, glues, and primers.
When applied, these special coatings serve to increase the durability and lifespan of the plastic or metal parts to which they are applied. At the same time they deliver excellent friction and abrasion resistance qualities. With the proper use of these coatings, maintenance and replacement costs can be reduced as the surfaces of parts are enhanced and strengthened to resist deteriorating effects such as rust and corrosion.
Selecting the Right Coatings
Prior to choosing the specialty coatings for your project, you can benefit by consulting with a reliable and experienced metal coating and finishing professional in the industry.
