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A Countless Variety of Applications Powdercoatings are now used on hundreds of parts and products,The appliance industry is a major user,
as powder coatings are used on dryer drums, front and side panels of ranges and refrigerators, washer tops and lids, air conditioner cabinets, water heaters, dishwasher racks, and cavities of microwave ovens.
Powder coating has also replaced porcelain enamel on many washers and dryer parts.The automotive industry uses powder coating on wheels, bumpers, hubcaps, door handles decorative trim and accent parts, truck beds, radiators, filters, and numerous engine parts.
Powder coatings are being developed and used as a primer surfacer and an anti-chip coating on body panels and hoods, and automakers are working together to study how to increase their use of powder coatings. The architectural and building market powder coats aluminum extrusions used on frames for windows and doors, and modular furniture.
There are innumerable everyday uses for powder-coated products such as lighting fixtures, antennas, and electrical components.
Because of the excellent durability of powder coatings, many highway and building projects use powder coating on light poles, guard rails, posts, and fencing.
Farmers have powder coated tractors and farming equipment. Fitness buffs use golf clubs and golf carts, ski poles, snowmobiles, bicycles, and exercise equipment that are powder coated. Shop owners have powder coated display racks, shelves, and store fixtures. Office workers use metal furniture, computer cabinets, mechanical pencils and pens, thumbtacks, and other desk accessories that are powder coated. Parents have powder coated baby strollers, cribs, metal toys, and wagons. And home owners have lawn mowers, snow blowers, barbecue grills, patio furniture garden tools, electronic components, bathroom scales, toolboxes, and fire extinguishers, which benefit from a powder coated finish. |
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