Powder Coating

is commonly used as surface finish. The process is a technique of applying dry paint to the desired part. The item is placed in a fluid formed bed of powder, which is electrostatically charged. The item is then placed in a hot oven that melts the powder particles to form a solid film.

Commonly used types of powders to a surface finisher are, thermoplastic that can re-melt and thermosetting powders that will not re-melt when re-heated. At Worcester Powder Coating we find that preparation is the key to a successful powder coating.

For more information on what colours are avaiable please have a look at our Ral Colour chart.

Polyester Powder Coating

Polyester Powder Coating has many characteristics however the key feature of polyester powder coating is the vast amount of colours available and excellent gloss levels when exposed outdoors. Because of the hard abrasion-resistant properties featured, this coating is used on architectural work, roller shutter doors, sheet metal work, garden equipment and handrails.

Polyester-epoxy powder coating

(known as hybrid) - Polyester-epoxy is a commonly used powder coating that is tough this type of coating is used where flexibility and corrosion resistance is needed. Epoxy coating works well when combined with aluminium surfaces and has great resistance against chemicals and solvents. This type of coating is used more often on metals and rebars.

Straight epoxy

also known as FBE coating, is a type of coating used within the construction industrial sector, steel pipes, concrete reinforced rebars are coated with epoxy because it can withstand corrosion. This coating is used on pipes that carry liquid and gas because of the non-corrosion elements. The coating is applied differently compared to others, the coating is spayed whilst the item is hot rather then cold, this results in a hard and thick finish.

Polymer coating

is available in vast amount of colours, the main aspect of this coating is the long lasting protection against metals which is also slip resistance, This type of coating is used a lot when making play areas and fencing.