Thermal spray processes
We apply many types of thermal spray processes; and many factors determine which solution is the best for each project. Thermal spray can be used for the repair and overhaul of damaged components or for preventative wear resistance and corrosion management.
What is Thermal Spray?
Thermal spray is an industrial coating process that heats or melts metallic or ceramic materials and deposits them onto a surface. It is used for surface enhancement or surface remanufacture.
How Does Thermal Spray Work?
Thermal spraying uses heat, depending upon the metallurgical properties of the coating material, and various carrier gases, depending upon the thermal spray process. Each process has different benefits as the result of these temperatures and process characteristics. A thermal spray process should be carefully selected depending upon the desired coating characteristics such as; wear resistance, corrosion resistance, thermal barrier, and many more. Other factors include: size and shape, substrate material and the operating environment of the component. Each spray process has strengths and application limits. Explore our processes for yourself or contact a member of our team to find your best solution.
Thermal spray processes:
• HVOF Spray
• Spray & Fuse
• Arc Spray
• Flame Spray
Thermal spray coatings can be used to bring new life to worn and damaged parts. But can also be applied before parts are placed into production. When parts are coated before installation, they can withstand wear in high heat, such as steam turbine blades, or highly corrosive environments, like semi-truck undercarriages or agricultural equipment. Robotic programming and other engineering can be used to spray large production runs of parts with various thermal spray materials.
Thermal spray is most cost effective for large volume runs of parts. This spreads out set up and programming costs over the whole lot of parts, driving down the per part cost.
We has a team of experienced engineers and technicians who can design and implement an engineered coating and procedure from prototype to production. Our in-house metallography laboratory can be used for proofing coatings and helping to develop any PPAP’s required. ISO 9001:2015 procedures ensure that each coating is completed to the required engineering parameters.
Thermal Spray Coating Materials
We offer a wide-variety of coating solutions. Each material has specific benefits and applications. Our experienced and knowledgeable team can find a solution to fit most industrial problem points.