Metal coating services (also known as thermal spraying) can be used to protect, enhance and prolong the life of any metal surface.
In the blog, we’ll explore the different types of metal coating services and how they work, as well as answer the all-important question – “Can metal coating services help me save money?”
What Are Metal Coating Services?
Metal coatings are used widely to protect metal products, ranging from car parts and wind turbines to railway tracks and components for industrial machinery.
Metal coatings have a range of different applications and can be used to protect a product from environmental damage, improve the way it looks or enhance its features. In short, by coating a metal product you can not only make it look better but perform better and last longer too.
Different Types of Metal Coating Services
There are many different types of metal coating services available and the right one for your business will depend on the specific product, the environment in which it will be used and its application.
Metal coatings can also be applied via a range of different methods. For example, they can be dipped or sprayed and coatings can also be applied in liquid or powder form. The right method will depend on a range of factors, such as the size of the surface area that needs coating and how thick the coating needs to be.
Some of the metal coating services we provide at Alphatek include:
HVOF Spraying
High-Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) spraying can be used to apply very dense thermal coating layers with a high bond strength that will help protect against wear and tear.
Plasma Coating
Plasma coating allows metal coatings to be applied in powder form and can be used on industrial parts to help protect them against the elements and prolong their life.
Flame Spraying
Flame spraying is a metal coating service that has been around for over a century and is ideal for low-velocity environments and delicate applications.
Arc-Wire Spraying
Another popular method of metal spraying, arc-wire spraying is cost-effective and particularly suitable for coating large surface areas.
How Do Metal Spray Coatings Save Money?
There are several ways in which metal coating services can help save you money.
Anti-corrosion Properties
Metal coating can protect products and parts from corrosion. This prevents the metal from rusting, which is not only an eyesore but can also affect function and safety. By covering metals with an anti-corrosive coating you can maintain their appearance and performance, saving you money in the long term.
Environmental Protection
Metal spraying offers additional protection from environmental damage and extreme conditions. If your product needs to perform in high winds or heavy rain or maintain form and function at extremely high or low temperatures, the metal coating offers protection and peace of mind.
Increased Lifespan
As metal coating services can increase the longevity of any metal product, you can protect your investment and reduce the likelihood and frequency of costly repairs or the need for replacement.
Convenient Repairs and Maintenance
Metal coating can be used to repair industrial components without the need to replace damaged parts and can be used to lubricate parts to reduce friction and keep them working. Coating metals can also make ongoing maintenance less frequent and more cost-effective.
In summary, metal spray coating services can help you to save money by simplifying maintenance and reducing the inconvenience and added cost of repairs or the need for replacement parts.
Metal Coating Services by Alphatek
With more than 100 years of cumulative coating expertise, here at Alphatek, we work closely with our customers to find the right solutions for their needs.
We’ve used our extensive experience to develop our products and services so that they deliver the best possible value and we’re confident that our metal coating service can enhance your products and help save you money in the long-term.
If you’d like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. You can also call us on 01706 821021 or email us at postbox@alphatek.co.uk.
Alternatively, if you’d like to visit us in person, you’ll find us 20 miles north of Manchester. Be sure to check our opening times before planning your visit to Alphatek.
