More Durable and Environmental Than Paint

Powder coating is a durable, corrosion-resistant finish which can be applied to steel, aluminum, brass, copper or iron—virtually any type of metal. Powder coating is the environmentally friendly way to go when protecting your valuables. Because the process uses electrostatic bonding there is no need for harmful solvents. Powder coating is a safe clean and more protective way to go when your coating metal.

Powder Coating Process

One method of preparation is to start by removing  oil, soil, lubrication greases, metal oxides, welding scales etc.  Another method of surface preparation is sandblasting. Surface preparation is essential prior to the powder coating process to ensure that the surface area will create a solid bond with the powder.   By using an electrostatic gun to impart a positive electric charge on the powder, which is then sprayed towards the grounded object by compressed air spraying and then accelerated toward the workpiece by the powerful electrostatic charge. Creating an electrostatic charge between the powder and the metal allows the powder to bond with the metal during the curing process.   The curing process, called cross linking, requires a certain temperature for a certain length of time in order to reach full cure and establish the full film properties for which the material was designed. The powder chemically reacts to form a higher molecular weight polymer in a network-like structure. After this process occurs the item is then cooled to allow for a hard coating.   All around Central Oregon you will see people enjoying our work. One place you can see our work in action is the Cycle Pub of Bend.