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INDUSTRIAL FINISHING: LARGE STRUCTURES

automotive, rail, electric power distribution, wind power generation, Holland tells real estate management industry news source,
and others. These are all applications that have fasteners, fixtures Remi Network.
and other metal hardware exposed to long-term outdoor at- “There are copious benefits of this coating,” he says. For instance,
mospheric corrosion. it takes about 20 minutes to complete and layers don’t hinder the
“It’s also possible that we’re getting more than our share of this flexibility of the base item. This helps components endure vibration,
business because of a couple other factors,” adds Gore. “Number one, chipping, fading, corrosion and rough weather.
Greenkote coatings are actually diffused into the metal surface, “When exposed to outdoor or marine environments, powder coat-
making them damage resistant, longer-lasting and better-perform- ings can resist corrosion, abrasion and chemicals – but only up to a
ing than older treatments such as galvanizing and paints. Another certain threshold,” Holland says. “Compared to paint, this type of
factor is eco-friendliness.” protection is exponentially more reliable. To ensure protection, pow-
Greenkote can be applied to a broad range of metal parts, from der coatings must be maintained properly by applying paint over the
threaded fasteners to stamped and cast pieces, in sizes from 0.2 to 78 exposed or chipped surface.”
inches. It is applied by a patented zinc-based dry thermal diffusion SunDial Powder can process large architectural components
process that requires no hazardous chemicals and produces no toxic including beams, supports, enclosures, gates, fencing, and other
byproducts, the company says. ferrous and non-ferrous building elements.
Major coatings suppliers such as PPG offer a wide range of “We offer OEMs a competitive edge when it comes to durable,
options and expertise to guide asset owners in their selections for protective finishes and commercial performance coatings for an
these large projects. unlimited array of industrial applications,” SunDial says, “plus

With so many variables in industrial
painting projects, understanding the
industrial painting process thoroughly,

or finding partners that do, can help
complete a project properly,
within budget and on time.

“Our advanced coatings and systems for civil and commercial advantages like our seven-stage pre-treatment system and advanced
infrastructure deliver proven protection from corrosion, high-tem- coating technology for aluminum extrusion, die cast powder
peratures and fire to ensure durability and aesthetic performance coatings, and precision sheet metal.”
that will protect your valuable assets,” PPG says. SunDial also offers an environmentally friendly process and
PPG says it is a leader in the specification and supply of high- a team to test, calibrate and monitor process control procedures
performance, environmentally preferred coating systems for for customers.
bridges, with an expert technical support team available to provide Toronto-based InduSpray will prepare and paint large steel struc-
professional advice. tures, structural steel parts, beams, cranes, and bridges.
The company’s Amercoat 235 is a two-component, multi- InduSpray offers sandblasting, ultra-high-pressure water blast-
purpose phenalkamine epoxy that can be used as a primer or ing, dry ice blasting (CO2 blasting), and other preparation methods
midcoat with “exceptional corrosion protection in salt and fresh for steel/metal. The company will also analyze any steel painting
water immersion and corrosive chemical environments, good project and provide options based on exposure, longevity and cost.
adhesion to damp surfaces, and suited to heavy industry and struc- “We offer epoxy coatings, urethane coatings, plural component
tural steel projects such as bridges and stadiums. coatings, fire resistant coatings, and standard architectural coatings
PPG’s Sigmafast 278 is a two-component, high solids, zinc to protect and extend the life of your steel structures,” the company
phosphate epoxy primer and buildcoat suited to commercial build- says. “We excel in complicated rigging access environments, blast
ings and more. The company says it offers “excellent corrosion media containment, and fast turnaround time projects.”
resistance in atmospheric exposure, cures at temperatures down to With so many variables in industrial painting projects, under-
-5 deg. C, can be applied easily via airless spray, and has a wide standing the industrial painting process thoroughly, or finding
application range. partners that do, can help complete a project properly, within budget
Powder coating is also an option, Larson Electronics’ Andrew and on time. n
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