Possible surface treatments for steel

10 SURFACE TREATMENTS FOR STEEL

We made a list of the ten most commonly used treatments:

1. Pickling. Cleaning of the metal with nitric acid. Afterwards, it is treated with hydrofluoric acid. Passivation accelerates the process.
2. Galvanize. A rust protection through a thin layer of zinc.
3. Chrome plating. A rust treatment useful when anodizing is impossible, or the product must be electrically conductive.
4. Chemical nickel plating. A currentless rust treatment initiated by a chemical reaction.
5. Galvanizing. A protective layer that makes product more scratch resistant and shiny.
6. Powder coating. A surface treatment that protects the steel and colors it in a RAL color.
7. Anodizing. An electrolytic treatment against oxidation. Also used as a preparation for painting.
8. Gilded. Coating of the steel with a layer of gold. This layer serves as protection against chemical influences and as a conductor of heat.
9. Redeem. An electrolytic treatment to improve the appearance of the product or add disinfecting properties.
10. Tinning. A protection with a layer of tin to repel rust. Used mainly in electronic products due to its good solderability.

FEATURES

It is important to know that there are certain labels for the surface treatments of steel, which describe the requirements that the end result must meet. These are laid down in NBN/ISO standards.

Customized guidance? 
Come to our showroom, see the full range and test for yourself!
Or call us at +32 9 377 29 49