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Thermoplastic Spraying (Thermal Spray Polymer Coatings)

Thermal spray polymer coatings can be produced in amalgamation with carbides, metals and polymers in powder form. Oxygen and propane are used to produce a flame at the nozzle tip. Compressed air is used to carry powder through the center of the nozzle and into the flame. The material is then heated, melted and deposited onto the substrate to form the coating. As the molten particles strike the substrate, they flatten and flow out, adhering to the substrate to form a dense, functional, and flexible protective coating. On outdoor applications, polymer powder coatings can last three to five times longer than standard approved paint systems. This durability is true regardless of the environment. Polymer powder coatings stand up to weather, salt, industrial atmospheres and high temperatures. Polymer powder coatings can provide protection from adhesive wear, abrasive wear, erosion, surface fatigue, and oxidation. Atmospheric and immersion corrosion, UV, Chemical, or any combination of these.

Typical Applications of Thermal Spray Plastic Coatings:

  • Bridges
  • Water and Chemical tanks
  • Architectural
  • Corrosion protection for iron and steel
  • Traction and release
  • Marine environment protection from oils and salt
  • Marine vessel hull protection (antifouling)
  • Electrical insulation (Manhole Covers)
  • Ink transfer systems
  • Antimicrobial coatings, both clear and colors
  • Anti-graffiti coatings
  • Outdoor weathering combined with appearance
  • Potable water systems
  • Food handling
  • Glow in the dark coatings
  • Low coefficient of friction (with some wear resistance)
  • Non-slip surfaces (nonskid)
  • Chemical corrosion control

Typical Substrates

  • Wood
  • Brick
  • Ceramics
  • Steel
  • Masonry
  • Glass
  • Metal
  • Cardboard
  • Fiberglass

With this application there are no VOC’s (Volatile organic compounds) and reduced HAP’s (Hazardous air pollutants). For this reason powder coating is the fastest growing industrial finishing method in North America. Representing 15 to 20 percent of the total market.