Process
The whole process of powder coating may vary depending on the type of material the coating is applied to.
1.- Preparation
A process which basically consists of preparing the surface to be coated. It begins with the removal of dust and stains, it is then subjected to a wash and rinse with iron or zinc phosphate. After the rinse stage, it undergoes a period of heat drying, which ensures the surface is free of moisture.
A process which basically consists of preparing the surface to be coated. It begins with the removal of dust and stains, it is then subjected to a wash and rinse with iron or zinc phosphate. After the rinse stage, it undergoes a period of heat drying, which ensures the surface is free of moisture.
2.- Application of Powder
In this process the piece goes through a mechanism which applies the powder to the surface , This mechanism consists of several tools which blast the powder to adhere to the piece.
In this process the piece goes through a mechanism which applies the powder to the surface , This mechanism consists of several tools which blast the powder to adhere to the piece.
3.- Curing Procedure
The curing procedure is basically the exposure of the piece at a temperature ranging from 375ºF to 400ºF. This temperature causes the powder to cure and form a strong and hard layer; thereby the piece takes on its aesthetically visual finish.
The curing procedure is basically the exposure of the piece at a temperature ranging from 375ºF to 400ºF. This temperature causes the powder to cure and form a strong and hard layer; thereby the piece takes on its aesthetically visual finish.
4.- Cooling
When the piece comes out of the oven (cured), it is moved to the cooling stage, where it cools to room temperature.
When the piece comes out of the oven (cured), it is moved to the cooling stage, where it cools to room temperature.
5.- Packaging
Once the cooling stage is complete, it is then passed on to its final stage, packaging.
Once the cooling stage is complete, it is then passed on to its final stage, packaging.