Thermal sprays are designed to protect industrial equipment against wear and corrosion, keeping them reliably operational for longer, reducing unexpected breakdowns and representing a sound return on investment.
If you’re thinking about thermal spraying your industrial components and equipment, you will be pleased to know that this offers significant operational benefits including:
1. Increased tolerance to wear.
Equipment typically fails because repeated contact between moving parts erodes the structural integrity of the equipment and requires maintenance, repair or replacement. Thermal sprays impart a durable and protective layer to such equipment, protecting it from friction and abrasion and extending its lifetime.
2. Preventing corrosion.
Corrosion is common in industrial environments, especially when equipment is exposed to fluctuating temperatures, moist conditions, salt and chemicals. Thermal sprays, such as those offered by www.poeton.co.uk/surface-treatments/thermal-metal-sprays/ are designed to shield the equipment against environmental conditions that increase its risk of corrosion.
3. Creates a thermal barrier.
High temperatures in manufacturing environments can cause premature material fatigue and failure so thermal sprays are used to increase equipment tolerance to elevated temperatures, preserving its strength and enabling it to operate reliably.
4. Reduced operating costs.
Replacing mechanical components is costly, both in terms of replacement parts and the labour and downtime required to do the job. Thermal sprays protect equipment against unexpected breakdowns, extending its in-service period and reducing the need for costly replacement.
In conclusion
Thermal sprays are revolutionising the industrial sector, delivering increased reliability, reducing maintenance and extending equipment lifecycles. These benefits quickly translate to better profitability, reduced maintenance and increased quality control.
