Magnaplate
coatings are applied to substrates in a multi-step system that starts
with a series of specialized cleaning treatments. The substrate's
surface is then enhanced by conversion, deposition, thermal spray, or a
blend-matrix of all three processes, depending on the coating to be
applied. The process continues with a controlled infusion of engineered
polymers or other dry-lubricating particles and/or metals. 
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| | Cleaning and surface preparation of the metal part. | On some metals, a hard layer of nickel alloy is deposited on the surface. | 
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| | Micro pores are enlarged. | Polymer particles are infused into surface layer. | Proprietary second stage treatment insures thorough integration into top layer. |
The
critical difference between Magnaplate coatings and other types (such
as paint-ons), is that the particles in the Magnaplate coatings become
an integral part of the substrate. The particles are mechanically bonded
and the resulting new surface layer therefore cannot chip, flake, peel
or rub off. Because these coatings create metal surfaces that are
superior in performance to both the original base metal and to the
components of the coatings, Magnaplate surface enhancements are said to
be "synergistic." As design engineers continue to seek new ways to
achieve better resistance to wear, abrasion, corrosion and chemical
attack as well as to provide metal parts with dry lubrication,
dielectric strength, hardness, conductivity, mold-release and many other
performance characteristics, General Magnaplate and its technicians are
on the firing line as "Problem Solvers" for industry world wide. Our
mission is to uncover and apply the theoretical and practical basis by
which metal substrates can be enhanced to meet the performance
challenges of our customers in virtually every manufacturing, packaging
and processing industry. Because our engineered surfaces duplicate
or surpass the desirable performance characteristics traditionally
provided by such metals as chromium, cobalt, cadmium and manganese, the
use of such expensive, scarce, or environmentally hazardous materials
can be reduced. Today there are a large number of Magnaplate
coating systems, each developed to protect a specific metal or group of
metals, or to solve a specific problem. Whether your metal coating
problem is out of this world or down to earth, we will be happy to
consult with you to determine how your product or process can benefit
from one of our "synergistic" coatings. Call 1-800-441-6173. |
