Technology Behind Metalizing

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Metalizing By definition, “Metalizing” is a process by which a metallic coating is deposited onto a surface. Metalizing is by no means a new technology and has been in use for the last 100 years. Extensive studies prove that metalizing is the best corrosion fighting system in the world, however, it had limited usage due to application problems when using old metalizing methods. Now, MTM Metalizing’s process overcomes the limitations of the old methods and offers a variety of metal coatings, depending on required specifications. Metal spray applied using the thermal spray process can provide a protective coating that will remain corrosion resistant for many years. Our Process Before the metalizing procedure can begin, the surface must be prepared to create the required surface roughness profile for metalizing. The prepared surface must be clean and grease free. Our spraying technology utilizes an electric arc between two wires to melt their tips. By atomizing with compressed clean air, the molten metal coating is propelled at a very high speed onto the substrate. This provides a permanent bond between the coating material and the surface. At this point, several passes of the metal coating can be sprayed to increase the thickness depending on the specifications. Because of the design of the process, all the metal from the multiple passes form one homogeneous layer. Heat generated from the fusion process dissipates almost immediately upon hitting the substrate, preventing any heat transfer to adjacent areas or scorching of areas of below surface. Metal fusion wraps around angles and stiffeners similar to electrostatic paints applications. Due to the instant curing, the coating does not shrink like paint products, which contain solvents and does not pull away from sharp edges. This process can be completed in a matter of minutes depending on the scope of the

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