15 Apr
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Zinc Flake Coatings: The Eco-Friendly Solution for Sustainable Corrosion Prevention

In today’s world, it’s a crucial aspect of every industry, including surface coatings. As industries strive to reduce their environmental footprint, the demand for eco-friendly coating solutions has surged. Among these solutions, zinc flake coatings have emerged as a frontrunner, offering not only exceptional corrosion protection but also a sustainable alternative to traditional coating methods.

Understanding Zinc Flake Coatings

Zinc flake coatings consist of tiny zinc particles suspended in a binder system. These coatings are typically applied through a dip-spin or spray process, forming a uniform layer on the substrate surface. Upon curing, the zinc particles create a sacrificial barrier, providing excellent protection against corrosion.

Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating
zinc flake coating
Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating

Eco-Friendly Attributes

One of the key reasons why zinc flake coatings are considered eco-friendly is their composition. Unlike some traditional coatings that contain heavy metals or hazardous chemicals, zinc flake coatings are formulated with minimal environmental impact. Zinc, a naturally abundant element, is non-toxic and poses minimal risk to human health and the environment.

Moreover, zinc flake coatings are free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are known contributors to air pollution and respiratory issues. By choosing zinc flake coatings, industries can significantly reduce their emissions and contribute to cleaner air quality.

Long- Term Sustainability

In addition to their eco-friendly composition, zinc flake coatings offer long-term sustainability benefits. By providing robust corrosion protection, these coatings extend the lifespan of metal components and structures, reducing the need for frequent maintenance, repairs, and replacements. This not only conserves resources but also minimizes waste generation over time.

Furthermore, the durability of zinc flake coatings translates to extended service intervals, resulting in lower energy consumption and carbon emissions associated with maintenance activities. Whether used in automotive, construction, or industrial applications, zinc flake coatings play a vital role in promoting sustainable practices across various sectors.

06 Apr
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The Ultimate Guide to Industrial Coatings.

Industrial coatings play a crucial role in protecting various surfaces and enhancing their performance in demanding environments. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the world of industrial coatings, exploring the different types available, their applications across industries, and the multitude of benefits they offer.

Understanding Industrial Coatings:

1. Zinc Flake Coating.

The application of zinc coating to iron substrates forms a protective layer and results in corrosion protection referred to as cathodic protection or sacrificial protection. Aluminizing or Spray Galvanizing provides well mechanical interlocking based on quality abrasive blasted pre-treatment.

Zinc Flake Coating Geomet Coating
Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating

2. Zincrokote® Coating.

ZINCROKOTE® is a zinc flake anticorrosion coating using water- based chemistry. Derived from reference technologies developed by NOF METAL COATINGS, it is applied in 2 coats and meets corrosion resistance requirements up to 400 hours in salt spray test.

Coating with metallic silver appearance consisting of:

1 basecoat coat + 1 topcoat coat

Thin dry film, non-electrolytic

  • Water-based chemistry

Free from hexavalent and/or trivalent chromium, nickel and cobalt Passivated zinc and aluminum flakes in a binder

Characteristics and performance

  • Adjustable coefficient of friction thanks to PLUS-family topcoats
  • Performance maintained at elevated temperatures (up to 300C) .
  • Electrical conductivity for most application
  • Bimetallic compatibility with aluminium
  • No hydrogen embrittlement
  • Paintable coating

Corrosion resistance

  • Average thickness Salt Spray
    Test (ISO 9227)6 μm
    > 72 hours without white rust
    > 400 hours without red rust

    Results may vary depending on substrate, geometry of parts and type of application processes, without thermal shock nor mechanical damage.

Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating
Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating

3. Geomet Coating.

Water based Zinc Aluminum Flake coating system protect against corrosion.Completely chrome-free and capable of protecting a wide variety of metallic surfaces, these thin dry-film basecoats are well suited to coat various metal part with simple or complex geometry, both large and small.GEOMET® can be combined with PLUS® top coats to provide a very broad range of friction coefficients.

GEOMET® 720 is applied to protect fasteners and many types of metallic parts from corrosion and is used in many industries. It can be combined with PLUS® topcoats to provide a very broad range of friction coefficients. It is the reference zinc flake coating in Asia.

  • Thin dry-film, non-electrolytic
  • Water-based chemistry
  • Passivated zinc and aluminum flakes in a binder, patented chemistry
  • Metallic silver appearance

Characteristics and performances

  • The coefficient of friction can be adjusted to targeted values ranging from 0.06 to 0.20 (ISO 16047) with NOF METAL COATINGS GROUP’s selected topcoats
    • Salt Spray Test (ISO 9227)
    • 1000 hrs without red rust
  • No hydrogen embrittlement
  • Excellent assembly and multi-tightening behavior (with lubricated topcoat)
  • Performance maintained at elevated temperatures (up to 300°C)
  • Paintable coating
  • Electrical conductivity for most application processes
  • Paintable coating
  • Electrical conductivity for most application processes
  • Bimetallic compatibility with aluminum

GEOMET® 321 is applied to protect fasteners and many type of metallic parts from corrosion and is used in many industries. It can be combined with PLUS®, DACROLUB® or GEOKOTE® topcoats to provide a very broad range of friction coefficients. It is the most widely used product in zinc flake technology.

  • Thin dry-film, non-electrolytic
    • Salt Spray Test (ISO 9227)
    • 240 hours without white rust
    • 720 hours without red rust
  • Water-based chemistry
  • Passivated zinc and aluminium flakes in a binder, patented chemistry
  • Chrome free alternative to DACROMET® 320
  • Metallic silver appearance

GEOMET® 360 has been specially formulated to protect brake discs against corrosion. The brake disc surface can be totally treated with a coating at a thin layer, still providing high performances without any influence on braking characteristics. GEOMET® 360 is obtained from a water-based dispersion of zinc and aluminium flakes. The color of the coating is silver Characteristics and performance*

  • Cosmetic protection: the brake discs can be seen through the alloy wheels. The aluminium silver color of GEOMET® 360 integrates perfectly with the style of alloy wheels
  • Braking behavior: the low thickness of the coating on braking surfaces does not damage the quality of braking during the vehicle first use and enables a temporary protection of brake discs surfaces
  • Temperature resistance (400°C): it enables to keep an excellent corrosion resistance on vehicles
  • Protection inside the vents: no oxidation inside the fins вЂ� better thermal exchange while braking
  • For after-market, GEOMET® enables to assemble the brake discs on vehicles without pre-degreasing (dry protection)
  • The stronger corrosion protection of GEOMET® on the hub mounting surface makes brake disc dismounting easier

GEOMET® 500 is applied to fasteners and many type of metallic parts to protect from corrosion, and it is used in many industries

  • Thin dry-film, non-electrolytic, self-lubricated
  • Water-based chemistry
  • Chrome free alternative to DACROMET® 500
  • Metallic silver appareance

Characteristics and performance

  • Coefficient of friction: 0,15 В� 0,03 (ISO 16047)
    • Salt Spray Test (ISO 9227)
    • 240 hours without white rust
    • 720 hours without red rust
  • No hydrogen embrittlement
  • Excellent assembly and multi-tightening behavior
  • Good mechanical damage (test method D24 1312, USCAR 32) and chemical (test VDA 621-412) resistance
  • Performance maintained at elevated temperatures (up to 300°C)
  • Paintable coating
  • Electrical conductivity for most application
  • Bimetallic compatibility with aluminum
ZINC FLAKE COATING GEOMET COATING TOP COAT COATING ZINCROKOTE COATING
zinc flake coating

4. Xylan Coating.

Xylan is a brand name for a family of fluoropolymer coatings known for their non-stick properties, corrosion resistance, and high-performance characteristics. Xylan coatings are often applied to various metal substrates to enhance their properties and provide additional functionalities. These coatings find applications in a wide range of industries, including automotive, oil and gas, food processing, and more.

Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating
Zinc Flake Coating Xylan coating

5. GLEITMO 605

GLEITMO HMP 8420 is a water-based dry solid film lubricant with corrosion protection sealing properties. The dry lubricating film remaining upon application

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28 Mar
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What is GEOMET ?

Water based Zinc Aluminum Flake coating system protect against corrosion.

Completely chrome-free and capable of protecting a wide variety of metallic surfaces, these thin dry-film basecoat are well suited to coat various metal part with simple or complex geometry, both large and small.

GEOMET® can be combined with PLUS® top coats to provide a very broad range of friction coefficients.

GEOMET COATING GEOMET 720 GEOMET 500 GEOMET 321 ZINC FLAKE COATING

CHARACTERISTICS OF GEOMET®

  • Chromium Free Water Based Chemistry
  • Green/Eco Coating System- No Pollution Generate From The Process
  • Very Thin Layer With Better Converge
  • Excellent Anti-Corrosion Performance
  • Excellent Heat Resistance
  • Free From Hydrgen Embrittlement
  • Minimize Galavanic Corrosion 
  • REACH,ROHS,ELV &WEEE Compliant
  • Approvals from Global OEM’S
  • World Wide Net Work 

TYPES OF GEOMET®

GEOMET® 720 is applied to protect fasteners and many types of metallic parts from corrosion and is used in many industries. It can be combined with PLUS® topcoats to provide a very broad range of friction coefficients. It is the reference zinc flake coating in Asia.

  • Thin dry-film, non-electrolytic
  • Water-based chemistry
  • Passivated zinc and aluminum flakes in a binder, patented chemistry
  • Metallic silver appearance

GEOMET® 500 is applied to fasteners and many type of metallic parts to protect from corrosion, and it is used in many industries

  • Thin dry-film, non-electrolytic, self-lubricated
  • Water-based chemistry
  • Chrome free alternative to DACROMET® 500
  • Metallic silver appareance

GEOMET® 360 has been specially formulated to protect brake discs against corrosion. The brake disc surface can be totally treated with a coating at a thin layer, still providing high performances without any influence on braking characteristics. GEOMET® 360 is obtained from a water-based dispersion of zinc and aluminium flakes. The color of the coating is silver Characteristics and performance*

  • Cosmetic protection: the brake discs can be seen through the alloy wheels. The aluminium silver color of GEOMET® 360 integrates perfectly with the style of alloy wheels
  • Braking behavior: the low thickness of the coating on braking surfaces does not damage the quality of braking during the vehicle first use and enables a temporary protection of brake discs surfaces
  • Temperature resistance (400°C): it enables to keep an excellent corrosion resistance on vehicles
  • Protection inside the vents: no oxidation inside the fins вЂ� better thermal exchange while braking
  • For after-market, GEOMET® enables to assemble the brake discs on vehicles without pre-degreasing (dry protection)
  • The stronger corrosion protection of GEOMET® on the hub mounting surface makes brake disc dismounting easier

GEOMET® 321 is applied to protect fasteners and many type of metallic parts from corrosion and is used in many industries. It can be combined with PLUS®, DACROLUB® or GEOKOTE® topcoats to provide a very broad range of friction coefficients. It is the most widely used product in zinc flake technology.

  • Thin dry-film, non-electrolytic
    • Salt Spray Test (ISO 9227)
    • 240 hours without white rust
    • 720 hours without red rust
  • Water-based chemistry
  • Passivated zinc and aluminium flakes in a binder, patented chemistry
  • Chrome free alternative to DACROMET® 320
  • Metallic silver appearance

GEOMET COATED PARTS

Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating
Zinc Flake Coating Geomet coating
GLEITMO 605
zinc flake coating
ZINC FLAKE COATING
Zinc Flake Coating Geomet Coating Anticorrosion solution Corrosion Protection
28 Mar
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GEOMET® Applications In Various Industries

GEOMET® is the world No. 1 solution provider in the Zinc Flake coating industry. GEOMET® coating technology being recruited for various metallic components used in automotive to satisfy unique requirements given by Original Equipment Manufacturers.

  • No concern of Hydrogen Embrittlement

  • Excellent Heat resistance
  • Supper corrosion resistance
  • Protect from Galvanic corrosion
  • Supper corrosion resistance
  • Excellent Chipping Resistance
  • No concern of Hydrogen Embrittlement
  • Outstanding Corrosion Resistance Performance
  • Cosmetic Protection
  • Excellent Breaking Behaviors
  • Super Temperature Resistance.

RAILWAY INDUSTRIES

Contribution for the world largest transport infrastructure. Being a pioneer in Zinc Flake Coating Technology and trusted partner in Railway Industry.

  • Excellent Corrosion Resistance
  • Better Chemical Resistance
  • Large Coefficient of Friction Range
  • No Concern of Hydregon Embrittlement
  • Chromium Free Coatings
  • Good Paintibility
  • Global Net Work
GEOMET COATING RAILWAY ZINC FLAKE COATING
GEOMET COATING ZINC FLAKE COATING

RENEWABLE ENERGY

  • Microlayer coating system
  • Excellent Corrosion Resistance
  • No concern of Hydrogen Embrittlement
  • Super Heat Resistance
  • Approvals from GLOBAL OEMS
  • Worldwide network

SOLAR ENERGY

  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Minimize galvanic corrosion
  • Good outdoor exposure performance
  • Better gaugebility