Is Ceramic Coating Safer Than Teflon?
Leave a CommentIf you’ve ever browsed cookware aisles or researched industrial coating options, you’ve likely encountered both Teflon (PTFE) and ceramic coatings. For those in the food manufacturing and processing industries, the choice goes beyond aesthetics or cost—it touches on safety, durability, and efficiency. That’s why many professionals ask, is ceramic coating safer than Teflon? At Sun […]
The Role of Superhydrophobic Coatings in Enhancing Equipment Performance
Leave a CommentSuperhydrophobic coatings are high-performance surface coatings that have the ability to cause water and other liquids to resist wetting a surface. Superhydrophobic coatings form a microscopic, roughened surface texture that traps air in the microscopic grooves of the surface that causes the water to bead up and roll off instead of spreading. They are widely […]
Coating Processes for High Humidity Conditions
Leave a CommentThe environment plays a critical role when it comes to coating processes. This is especially true when it comes to high humidity conditions. Being aware of the issues high humidity can cause when choosing coating products is the first step in choosing a reliable coating product. At Sun Coating Company, we can help narrow down […]
What Industries Benefit the Most from High-Performance Coatings?
Leave a CommentHigh-performance coatings are used in a variety of industrial settings for different types of equipment and their requirements. They’re used in mining operations, food processing, and automotive to name a few. For many industries, industrial coatings make their operations much more efficient, prevent contamination, and extend the working life of equipment. The purpose of […]
Can Industrial Coatings Be Reapplied?
Leave a CommentThe short answer to the question is yes; industrial coatings can be reapplied whenever necessary. It’s possible to reapply most types of industrial coatings as they’re designed for reapplication when the original one wears off. Reapplication can also be done partly or whole, depending on the level of degradation of the original coating. The following […]
How Coatings Improve Chemical Resistance in Harsh Environments
Leave a CommentAll manufacturing processes are going to rely on metal equipment for production. However, this presents a problem. Metal is vulnerable to a wide array of external threats, both in regard to the manufacturing facilities, if the metal in question is used in the equipment needed for production, as well as in regard to the equipment […]
The Impact of Temperature on Coating Performance
Leave a CommentCoating, much like most things related to industrial processes, is a science. Coating can be done wrong, and there are many factors that can lead to poor coating performance immediately after a coating has been applied. One of the major factors that can play a role in coating performance and efficacy is temperature. The coating […]
Why Is My Industrial Coating Failing?
Leave a CommentAs a leading industrial coatings company, our team at Sun Coating Company understands how frustrating it can be when coatings fail prematurely. Our goal is always to provide coatings that stand the test of time in even the harshest industrial environments. However, despite any company’s best efforts, coatings can still fail sometimes. Here are some […]
6 Things to Know About Industrial Coating Longevity
Leave a CommentAt Sun Coating Company, we know that choosing the right industrial coating is a crucial decision for protecting your assets and equipment over the years. The coating system you select can have a major impact on longevity, performance and total cost of ownership. Here are six key factors to keep in mind when selecting an […]
How to Fix Common Coating Adhesion Problems
Leave a CommentPoor coating adhesion is a prevalent issue that can plague manufacturing and fabrication operations. When coatings don’t properly bond to substrates, it leads to defects, quality problems, and added costs. As an industrial coatings supplier with decades of experience, Sun Coating Company often assists customers in resolving coating adhesion problems. We’ve seen many of these […]