Powder Coating Facts

 

Since its introduction in North America almost 40 years ago, powder coating has become the fastest growing finishing technology in use today.

Powder Coating is a dry paint which contains no solvents. Each powder particle contains the necessary resin, pigment, modifiers, and a curing agent.

Powder is applied in dry form electro-statically by charging the powder particles and applying them directly to the grounded part. The charged powder adheres to the surface until it enters a curing oven where the powder melts, bonds and cures to the desired surface characteristic. The result is coating which provides a uniform, durable, high quality finish.

 

Quality

 

Powder is cost effective and is superior to most liquid coatings for the following reasons:

• Chip resistance
• Corrosion resistance
• Chemical resistance
• Abrasion resistance
• Impact resistance
• Adhesion
• Ultraviolet resistance
• Weather-ability

 

Environment

 

Traditional Park Bench and Receptacle – designed, manufactured, and powder coated by Premier Powder Coating and Custom Fabrication, LLC.

Since there are no solvents, the entire powder coating process is environmentally friendly.

• No VOC (volatile organic compound) emission to the atmosphere.
• There is no generation of hazardous waste.
• Environmental compliance issues are virtually eliminated.
• Powder coating application is approved by the EPA.
• Product looks new no matter what elements it is subject to. The picture to the left is of a park bench and receptacle that were manufactured and placed 6 years prior.

 

 

What Can be Powder Coated?