Frequently Asked Questions
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    How is powder coating different from paint?

    Paint in general is a solid pigment in a solvent solution. It is applied wet and either air-dries or is baked dried in an oven, as the paint dries the solvents evaporate releasing any VOC ( volatile organic compounds) contained in the solvent leaving a thin (less than 1mm) film of coloured pigment.

    Powder coatings are finely ground plastic particles. the powder is fluidized using clean compressed air, then pumped through a gun providing a electrostatic charge bonding it to the metal part, it is then placed into a oven where each particle of powder melts into the particle around it and together flow into a uniform film ranging from 1 – 10mm thick.

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    How long does powder coating last?

    The life of the coating depends on the process, pre-treatment and application such as cleaning, shot blasting, galvanising etc.

    The life expectancy of powder coating is longer than paint making it a much more superior option offering a smoother, decorative and more reliable finish than liquid / solvent paints.

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    How thick is the application of powder?

    Average cold application to a flat plate would be 1 – 3mm.

    Application to a hot part can result in 3 – 6mm.

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    What method of powder application do we use?

    Our method of powder application is electrostatic spray which means the powder is pumped using compressed air from a fluidised reservoir through a spray gun, at the tip of the gun is a wire from an electrical power source with high voltage and micro amperage. The electricity from the wire creates a “corona” field area around the tip of the gun, when the powder passes through this area the powder particles pick up an electrical charge allowing them to stick to the metal product.

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    Can you match a colour?

    We can match almost any colour or we will have something very close within our RAL coded powders .

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    What is you turn around time?

    We aim to turn around in one week dependant on size and quantity.

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    How big are items that you are able to powder coat?

    We can coat items up to 4.5m in length x 2.5m in width x 2.5m height.

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    How do you pack your finished products?

    Work completed will be bubble wrapped or foam wrapped and palletised if required.

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    Who are you open to?

    We have a wide range of clients, mainly within the trade industry but we also offer our services to the general public.

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    What do you specialise in?

    We specialise in powder coating and shot blasting, But our close working relationships with other parties in our field and other trades means  if we cant do what you need we no somebody who can services including Bead blasting,Vapour blasting, Galvanising, Burning and striping

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    Are all powders the same price?

    no! the more vibrant the colour e.g. reds, yellows, oranges fluorescents and specials  are all slightly more expensive.

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    Do you work weekends?

    Weekend work can be carried upon negotiation.

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    Where in Castleford are you based?

    Acorn park industrial estate is situated between the railway crossing and CBR Engineering on Albion street. once you take the turn continue straight to the end then take a right continue until you reach unit 10.