Why we powder coat our bells


actual powder coated finishes

Powder coating is an advanced method of applying a decorative and protective finish to a wide range of industry and consumer product materials. The powder used for the process is a mixture of finely ground particles of pigment and resin that is sprayed on to the surface to be coated. The charged powder particles that adhere to the electrically grounded surfaces are fused into a smooth coating by heating in a curing oven. The result is a uniform, durable, high-quality, attractive finish. Powder coating is the fastest-growing finishing technology in North America representing over 10% of all industrial finishing applications.

More Durable

Powder coating gives consumers and industry one of the most economical and color-durable finishes available. It is more resistant to chipping, scratching, fading and wearing than other finishes. Powder coating color selection is virtually unlimited with high and low gloss, metallic and clear finishes available, all if which stay bright and vibrant much longer than traditional paint. Texture selections range from smooth surfaces to a wrinkled or matte finish and to rough textures designed to hide surface imperfections.

Protects the Environment

Powder coating is also highly protective of our environment. While liquid finishes contain solvents that contain pollutants known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), powder coating contains no such solvents and releases negligible amounts, if any, of VOCs into the atmosphere. Thus, there is no need for finishers to buy costly pollution control equipment. In addition, most powder coating overspray that does not adhere to the part can be retrieved and reused, virtually eliminating the waste commonly found in liquid finishing processes.

Saves Money

Elimination of VOCs and reduction of wastes saves money and helps companies comply easily and economically with the regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In fact, one of the major elements in expanding the market for powder coating has been the implementation over the past 30 years of stringent air pollution control legislation.