Powder Coating by IMI is now capable of powder coating most any product in any color and in a variety of textures.
What is powder coating?
Unlike wet painting that is applied as a liquid, the powder used for this process is applied dry. A mixture of finely ground particles of pigment and resin are sprayed onto a surface. The product to be coated is electrically grounded and as the powder leaves the spray gun it is positively charged. As they say, "Opposites attract" and the powder particles attached to the product. The product and powder are then baked, in a curing oven, and fuse into a very uniform, durable, high-quality, and attractive finish.
Powder coating is also better for the environment. Liquid finishes contain solvents which have pollutants known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Powder coating contains no solvents and releases negligible amounts, if any, of VOCs into the atmosphere. To save on waste, powder that doesn't adhere to the product can be reclaimed and reused in the next application.
Why is this any better than wet painting?
Powder coated surfaces are more resistant to fading, wear, chipping, and scratching than other finishes. Color selection is virtually unlimited with high and low gloss, metallic, and clear finishes. Texture selections range from smooth to wrinkled. Click here to see some of the colors available from one of our suppliers.
Powder Coating by IMI will mask off surfaces that you don't want to be coated as can be seen in this picture by the green masking tape.
We feel powder coating is the coating of the future. If you have any further questions or would like a quote Contact Us.
