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Controlling the moisture content in the MDF is critical
The powder coating process requires an electrostatic charge for the powder to attract to the wood while using a premium grade MDF. This electrostatic charge is created by heating the wood to bring the moisture content to the surface, since it is this moisture that serves as the electrostatic conductor.The adhesion of the powder to the board is so strong that to remove the powder finish from the board it is likely the MDF board substrate will chip off before the powder will chip away from the MDF. This process requiresRead More …
Powder coated wood finish has catapulted a huge increase in demand
The design industry has always had to compromise with the trade-off between form vs. function. Advancements in powder coated wood finishes make it possible to have the best of form and function.It is now possible to use more shapes and contoured profile edges in designs, blending this with the functional benefits of a very durable powder coated finish. Powder coated wood has the look and shape that designers and architects can use to create unique designs without the limitations of many other surfaces. AnRead More …
Polyaspartic Coating Technology
The chemistry is based on the reaction of an aliphatic polyisocyanate and a polyaspartic ester, which is an aliphatic diamine. This technology was initially used in conventional two-component polyurethane solvent-borne coating formulations because the polyaspartic esters are excellent reactive diluents for high solids polyurethane coatings. More recent developments in polyaspartic coating technology have concentrated on achieving low or near-zero VOC coatings where the polyaspartic ester is the main component of the co-reactant for reaction with a polyisocyanate. The unique andRead More …
AntiCorrosive Pigments
The future trend in anticorrosive pigments is to obtain chromate free and heavy metal free pigments and to go in the direction of sub-micron and nanotechnology anti corrosive pigments and smart coatings with corrosion-sensing. This type of smart coatings do contain microcapsules containing pH indicator or corrosion inhibitor or/and self healing agents. The shell of the microcapsule breaks down under basic pH conditions. The pH indicator changes color and is released from the microcapsule together with corrosion inhibitor and /Read More …
Antimicrobial Coatings
Antimicrobial coatings are being used on a generous scale, in many ranges of application, varying from anti-fouling paints, coatings used in hospitals and on medical equipment, to algaecidal and fungicidal coatings in and around the house. Until now, coatings with added toxins are being used for these purposes. A growing problem in our world is that on the one hand, for reasons of health and environment, more and more biocides are being prohibited, while on the other hand bacteria areRead More …
Powder coated wood has no VOC’s No HAP’s
Wood powder coating offers many healthy benefits when compared with liquid paint, laminate, melamine, and thermofoil surfaces. Powder coated wood has no VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) that can negatively impact a healthy interior environment. VOC’s found around the house in products such as paint, solvents, and wood preservatives, contribute to “sick building syndrome” because of their high vapor pressure. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) studies have found concentrations of VOCs in indoor air quality to be two to five timesRead More …
Necessary laboratory equipment for testing during powder coating application
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT Equipment necessary for testing the pre-treatment chemicals, rinsing water and final results Tests of pre-treatment chemicals to be performed according to suppliers’ instructions Conductivity measurement gauge for evaluation of final rinse Temperature recorder Coating weight equipment, DIN 50939 or equal Equipment necessary for testing the powder coating Film thickness gauge suitable for use on aluminum (e.g. ISO 2360, DIN 50984) Cross hatch equipment, DIN-EN ISO 2409 – 2mm Bending test equipment, DIN-EN ISO 1519 Indentation test equipment, DIN-ENRead More …
Definitions for corrosion classification
As an aid in finding what requirements should be made for pre-treatment, we can define different corrosion classification: Corrosion Class 0 Indoors with relative humidity over 60% Very little corrosion risk (aggressivity) CORROSION CLASS 1 Indoors in non-heated, well ventilated room Little corrosion risk (aggressivity) Corrosion Class 2 Indoors with fluctuating temperature and humidity. Outdoors in inland climates, far from sea and industry. Medium corrosion risk (aggressivity) CORROSION CLASS 3 In densely populated areas or near industrial areas. Above open waterRead More …
Filiform corrosion is special kind of corrosion appearing mostly on aluminum
Filiform corrosion is special kind of corrosion appearing mostly on aluminum. The phenomenon resembles a worm creeping under the coating, always starting from a cut edge or a damage in the layer. Filiform corrosion develops easily when the coated object is exposed to salt in combination with temperatures 30/40°C and relative humidity 60-90%. This problem is therefore limited to coastal areas and linked with unfortunate combination of aluminum alloys and pre-treatment. To minimize filiform corrosion it is advised to ensure aRead More …
Phosphate treatment for powder coating
Iron phosphate Treatment with iron phosphate (often called thin layer phosphating) provides very good adhesion properties and has no adverse effects in the mechanical properties of the powder coating. Iron phosphate provides good corrosion protection for exposure in the low and middle corrosion classes, though it cannot compete with zinc phosphate in this respect. Iron phosphate can be used in either spray or dip facilities. The number of steps in the process may vary from 2-7, depending on the basemetalRead More …
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