What Are Industrial Coatings?Â
An industrial coating is a paint (or coating) that is formulated to protect the surface it’s painted on from things like corrosion rather than just focusing on its aesthetic properties. Industrial coatings are made so they effectively adhere to industrial surfaces such as steel or concrete.Â
Why Use Industrial Coatings?Â
Industrial coatings are designed to adhere to industrial surfaces such as steel or aluminium. They are used to protect equipment from corrosion such as rust or chemical corrosion and abrasion - promoting longevity. Industrial coatings are more robust as often the surfaces they are applied to can also cause corrosion over time. Industrial coatings are also often a requirement for safety & compliance standards.Â
What Types Of Industrial Coatings Are There?Â
With industrial coatings, there are three main product types – Topcoats, primers and preparation products. Within each of those product types (mainly topcoats and primers), there is a wide variety of options as each product is tailored for specific industrial applications or surfaces. We have a wide choice of industrial coating topcoats and primers within our range with a wax & grease remover and a cleaner in our range of industrial coating preparation products.Â
What To Look For In An Industrial Topcoat Paint?Â
The first and most important thing to look out for is to ensure the industrial topcoat you choose is compatible with the surface you are painting. You want to ensure the top coat has good adhesion and appropriate protective qualities. If you have safety compliance requirements check the manufacturers' specifications. You can also speak to a member of our customer service team or your local Haymes Paint stockist to ensure you choose the right product for your application. Quick dry products such as our Quick Dry Enamel are also ideal for turnaround time or if minimising downtime is a factor. Â
What Are Industrial Paint Primers?Â
Industrial paint primers are the first coat that you apply to a surface you are painting. They are formulated so they can be applied to industrial surfaces such as aluminium, galvanised steel and previously painted substrates.Â
They go under the top coat to prepare the surface, ensuring adequate adhesion of the top coat and also providing protection against corrosion. Different industrial primers are used depending on the surface being painted, the surrounding environment and the topcoat you are using. Universal industrial paint primers can be used for a wider range of applications whereas an industrial paint primer such as our Zinc Phosphate industrial paint primer is designed specifically for industrial use and has excellent adhesion to mild steel.Â
How Do You Prepare The Surface Before Applying Industrial Paint Primers?Â
Preparation of the surface may differ depending on the surface you are painting, the condition it’s in, the industrial paint primer you are using and whether there are safety or industry compliance requirements that need to be adhered to. Generally speaking, you need to ensure all surfaces are clean, bare, dry and free of dust, wax, grease etc before applying the industrial paint primer. We recommend using our Wax & Grease remover and Antistatic Cleaner that have been formulated for industrial coating solutions to adequately prepare the surface (we always advise following the manufacturer's instructions).
What is epoxy paint for metal?
Epoxy paint for metal is formulated to protect metal surfaces. Before applying epoxy paint, a primer is required. Haymes Industrial Coating Solutions Metal Etch Primer is a 1K epoxy modified primer that has been specifically formulated to provide superior adhesion to all common metal substrates. With anti-corrosive properties, this primer can be used on previously painted surfaces that are in sound condition. Haymes 339 2K Epoxy Primer is a chromate free epoxy-polyamide primer that provides superior anti-corrosive properties and is chemical and water resistant. Haymes Industrial Coating Solutions 309 2K Epoxy is a topcoat that is suitable for most commercial and industrial applications. Formulated with superior adhesive and anti-corrosive properties, this epoxy paint for metal also offers excellent durability.
What is powder coating paint?
Powder coating is a type of metal coating that has been applied electrostatically and then cured by heat. It is important to use paints that have been specifically formulated for this type of surface. Our wide range of powder coating paint includes:
Your local Haymes stockist can give you tips and advice on which powder coating paint is best for your project.
When to use paint primer?
Before applying a topcoat to powder coating paint or epoxy paint for metal, it is important to use a paint primer. Our wide range of paint primers have been specifically formulated to provide superior adhesion to powder coated and metal surfaces and include:
Where to buy powder coat paint?
With so many powder coat paints available, it can be hard choosing the right one. Haymes wide range of Industrial Coatings include preparation cleaners and wax and grease removers, primers and top coats. Our powder coat paints have been specifically formulated for residential, commercial and industrial applications. To get professional advice and buy the best powder coat paint, visit your local Haymes stockist.
How to paint powder coated aluminium?
To paint over powder coated aluminium, it is important to clean and prepare the surface. Haymes Wax & Grease Remover is a solvent cleaner that’s been formulated to remove contaminants on metal and painted surfaces. Once the surface is dry, you will need to use a primer. Our wide range of primers for powder coated aluminium have been specifically designed to provide excellent adhesion for top coat paint. They include Haymes Industrial Coating Solutions Metal Etch Primer and Haymes 339 2K Epoxy Primer. Our top Coat paint for powder coated aluminium includes:
For professional advice on how to paint powder coated aluminium, visit your local Haymes stockist.
Can you paint aluminium?
Aluminium can be painted if the surface has been prepared correctly. Firstly, the aluminium surface needs to have any wax and grease removed. After this step, you will need to abrade the smooth surface with an etching primer. This ensures the paint will adhere to the aluminium surface. After the primer has dried, you can use a topcoat. Our wide range of topcoat paints for aluminium have been specially formulated for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Can aluminium be painted?
Painting aluminium is possible but only if the surface has been prepared correctly. Thoroughly clean the aluminium surface with a wax and grease remover and dry off. Next, you will need to apply an etching primer so the topcoat of paint will adhere to the aluminium surface. Haymes wide range of aluminium topcoat paints have been designed for residential, commercial and industrial applications. For further tips and advice on painting aluminium, visit your local Haymes stockist.
Can galvanised metal be painted?
Galvanized metal can be painted if the surface has been prepared correctly. Haymes Wax & Grease remover is a solvent cleaner that’s formulated to remove surface contaminants from metal surfaces. After cleaning the galvanized metal, you will need to prime it. Once the primer has dried, a topcoat can be applied. Get professional tips on how to paint galvanized metal at your local Haymes stockist.
Can you paint epoxy?
Before painting epoxy, it’s important to prepare the surface so the paint will adhere. Our wide range of epoxy primers include:
Once the primer has dried, you can apply Haymes Industrial Coating Solutions 309 2K Epoxy topcoat.
Can you paint powder coated steel?
Powder coated steel can be painted if the surface has been prepared properly. After cleaning the surface, you will need to apply a primer. This will ensure the topcoat will adhere to the surface. Haymes wide range of industrial coatings include cleaners, primers and topcoats. For tips and advice on how to paint powder coated steel, visit your local Haymes stockist.
Can you paint powder coated metal?
If the surface has been prepared properly, powder coated metal can be painted. Haymes range of industrial coatings products include:
For tips and advice on how to paint powder coated metal, visit your local Haymes stockist.
