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04 Nov

Posted at 13:22h in Powder Coating

Thermoset powder coating is the most widely used category of powder coating in industrial and commercial finishing. Understanding what thermoset means and how it differs from the alternative helps you make better decisions about specification, performance and end-use suitability. What Is Thermoset Powder Coating? Thermoset powder coating is a finishing process in which the powder undergoes an irreversible chemical reaction during curing. When the coated component passes through the oven, the...

04 Nov

Posted at 13:19h in Powder Coating

Epoxy powder coating is one of the oldest and most established powder coating chemistries - and in the right application, it remains one of the best. Its combination of exceptional chemical resistance, outstanding adhesion and film hardness makes it the preferred choice for demanding indoor and underground environments where those properties matter most. It is not, however, a universal solution. Epoxy has a well-known limitation: it degrades in UV light,...

04 Nov

Posted at 13:12h in Powder Coating

Polyester is the most widely used powder coating in the world and for good reason. It offers an excellent balance of durability, UV resistance, colour retention and cost-effectiveness that makes it the default choice for the majority of general industrial, architectural and commercial finishing applications. If you're specifying a powder coating and don't have a specific reason to choose otherwise, polyester is almost certainly the right starting point. What Is Polyester...

19 Aug

Posted at 12:12h in Powder Coating

Powder coating is one of the most widely used finishing processes in manufacturing, but it's also one of the most misunderstood. This guide covers everything you need to know, from how the process works to what it costs, how long it lasts, and which materials can and can't be powder coated. What is Powder coating? Powder coating is a dry finishing process in which electrostatically charged powder is applied to a...

19 Aug

Posted at 11:11h in Accreditiation

Powder coating is available in a range of formulations, each designed to provide different levels of durability, chemical resistance, weather resistance and appearance. The most suitable type depends on factors such as where the coated product will be used, the conditions it will be exposed to and the finish required. The main types include epoxy, polyester, epoxy-polyester hybrid, polyurethane, acrylic and thermoplastic powder coatings. 1. Thermoset Powder Coatings Thermoset powders undergo a...