Plastic Coatings
This technique involves dipping a heated article into a tank of fluidised plastic powder. This process is widely accepted as the most efficient means of coating wire ware, tubular frames, metal pressings and other open design metal products.
Powder coating
Powder coating is the technique of electro statically applying dry paint to a part as against normal wet paints. Wet paints are predominantly solvents which evaporate into the atmosphere causing environmental concerns. Powder Coatings on the other hand are 100% solids which electro statically adhere to the component to form a hard coating similar to that of 2-pack wet paint. We at Polydip can also provide an assembly and packing service.
POLYETHYLENE
Low density polyethylene (LDPE) is the most widely used, low cost coating material for decorative wirework. It gives a good gloss finish, is slightly waxy to the touch, has no toxicity or taint characteristics and is, therefore, ideal for use on refrigerator shelves, clothes airers, dish drainers and many kitchen wire products. LDPE is not, however, usually recommended for outdoor applications, as it can be affected by the ultra-violet rays of sunlight.