The process of Metal Spraying/Thermal Spray/Spray Galvanising refers to the same process which has been in existence since the early 1900’s and is a process used worldwide.
The Metal Spray process involves the melting of a wire and projecting it onto the work piece in order to provide a coating that can be tailored to suit the environment into which the component will be located.
How does Metal Spraying compare with Galvanising?
- Low heat input during spraying eliminates the risk of component distortion.
- There is no limit to the size of component to be treated.
- Components can be treated on site, meaning there are no transport or waiting issues.
- Metal spraying is used to restore corrosion protection on damaged areas of welded galvanised steel and International Standards exist covering this.
- Coating thickness can be varied from area to area to provide extra protection in critical areas.
- The Metal Spray process is not limited to Zinc as Aluminium, Steels, Bronzes etc. can also be applied for a variety of applications.
- No re-work required from galvanising dross.
- The Metal Spray coating is porous and therefore the perfect surface to accept paint or powder coat (if required as it is not necessary).
- No need to pre–etch etc.
