Capabilities
Proper surface preparation is critical to the success of the process. Before galvanizing, steel is chemically cleaned to remove oils, mill scale, rust, and contaminants to ensure the zinc bonds effectively. The zinc bath itself consists of more than 98% pure zinc, with small additives such as aluminum, nickel, and bismuth to improve coating appearance, efficiency, and performance. Once immersed, the steel develops a uniform, protective coating that extends the life of the product in even the harshest environments.
Batch hot-dip galvanizing is most used in atmospherically exposed steel; however, it is also used in fresh and saltwater applications, buried in soil, embedded in concrete, and much more. Our highly trained team of specialists, experts in areas of environmental responsibility and remediation, build professional cohesion through their adherence to distinct performance and safety guidelines.
While bath size can sometimes limit dimensions, progressive dipping techniques allow us to accommodate significantly larger materials, making hot-dip galvanizing a practical solution for many structural steel and building infrastructure applications essential throughout North America.
