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Powder coating for aluminium

In this blog, we explore what powder coating is, its benefits for aluminium fabrications, and why it is preferential to traditional liquid paints.

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Galvanizing myths and facts

We explore some of the most common myths on hot dip galvanizing, and explain the facts on this corrosion protection method.

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How to protect small steel items

Spin galvanizing is a reliable, trusted method of protecting small steel parts like brackets and bolts from corrosion.

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What is shot blasting?

Shot blasting is a process to remove paint, oils, and other substances from steel by propelling material onto its surface. We explain further here.

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All about powder coating

We cover everything there is to know about powder coating, including its benefits for steel, and ways it is better than traditional paint.

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What do I need to do before galvanizing?

There are some things you must check before you send your steel off for hot dip galvanizing.

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Galvanizing vs Paint

We compare hot dip galvanizing and paint as corrosion protection methods for steel fabrications, and the costs and maintenance associated with both.

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The cost of corrosion

If steel corrodes, it won't just cost you financially. It can also cost the environment and the safety of people.

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What is cathodic protection?

Cathodic protection is a type of protection that helps prevent corrosion on a metal surface.

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The sustainability of powder coating

Powder coating is an environmentally friendly alternative to paint. Find out about the sustainability of powder coating steel here.

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Galvanized steel in extreme temperatures

Learn about what temperatures galvanized steel is suitable for here.

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The history of metal treatment

Metal treatment services such as galvanizing have a long and fascinating history. Follow us as we deep-dive into the history of metal treatment services, including hot dip galvanizing, spin galvanizing, powder coating, and more.

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Galvanizing steel pallets and shipping containers

Galvanizing your pallets and shipping containers ensures your goods get from A to B safely. Read more here.

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How to clean galvanized steel

Wet storage stains and marks can be removed from steel using different cleaning solutions. We explain in detail in this blog.

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Is galvanized steel weather resistant?

We answer whether hot dip galvanizing protects exterior steel against rain and weather damage, and outdoor paint alternatives for metal.

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Can you weld galvanized steel?

We answer whether you can weld galvanized steel safely, as well as precautions to take when galvanizing welded steel.

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Is galvanizing sustainable?

The hot dip galvanizing process has become environmentally sustainable, fitting into the model of a circular economy. We explain more here.

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Galvanizing for agricultural steel

Agricultural steel is prone to corrosion, from chemical usage to everyday wear and tear. Find out how hot dip galvanizing protect your farm gates, steel frame buildings and other agricultural steel from corrosion.

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What is corrosion?

We delve into the causes and types of corrosion, and preventative measures to help you better understand and combat the steel deterioration process.

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What is galvanizing?

Have you heard of galvanizing, but are unsure of what it means? Look no further, as we cover everything to know about galvanizing here.

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Explosive consequences: Steel venting guidance videos

Incorrectly venting your steel fabrications can have explosive consequences at the galvanizing bath. Find out how to keep our people safe.

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Secure your security fencing with hot dip galvanizing

Your security fencing is the main barrier for your company or property, so you don’t want to compromise on its quality. Secure your security fencing with hot dip galvanizing.

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Shot blasting vs sand blasting

What is shot blasting, and what is sand blasting? We explain the two steel preparations services and the differences between them here.

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Spin galvanizing: what is it, and what are the benefits?

While hot dip galvanizing is a common metal treatment method, spin galvanizing is key for galvanizing small pieces such as nuts, bolts, fasteners and fixings.

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Keep roads and highways safe with galvanized steel

If you work in the roads, highways, and traffic sector, it is essential to protect your steel structures from corrosion. Find out how galvanizing keeps our roads safe here.

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Hot dip galvanizing for trailers

When it comes to protecting trailers, paint has been a popular choice of coating. However, hot dip galvanizing offers superior protection and is the preferred method of protection over painting.

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Powder coating, not paint: Increase your steel’s lifespan

Find out how powder coating is superior to paint, as well as the benefits powder coating can bring for your steel.

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Five benefits of duplex coatings

When two coating systems are used together, this is known as a duplex coating. We list five benefits of duplex coatings here.

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Hot dip galvanizing for structural steel

Hot dip galvanizing is the preferred method of protecting structural steel from rust and corrosion. Find out why and how.

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Excellent reasons to hot dip galvanize steel

There are many excellent reasons to hot dip galvanize steel. We share these with you in our latest Joseph Ash Galvanizing blog.

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