Summary for low friction powder coating Discussion
Low friction powder coating for wire shelving was requested by Juris Leikarts, who wanted a finish that would let consumer goods slide at a minimal angle; Jay Daily later asked if anyone had found a solution. Ted Mooney, P.E. replied that nylon powder coatings and Teflon powder coatings are often used on wire shelves because they are smooth, slippery, and corrosion resistant. He cautioned, however, that these coatings are thick and are typically applied by fluidized bed rather than spray gun, which makes them more expensive than standard thermoset powder coatings. The practical takeaway is that these fluoropolymer or nylon-type finishes can meet the low-friction need, but cost and application method are important tradeoffs to consider.
RFQ: I’m searching for a low friction powder coating that can be applied to wire shelves that will allow consumer goods to slide at a minimal angle.
Juris Leikarts
– Nashville, Tennessee
Ed. note: This RFQ is outdated, but technical replies are welcome, and readers are encouraged to post their own RFQs. But no public commercial suggestions please ( huh? why?).
RFQ: Me too. Have you had any luck so far?
Jay Daily
– Omaha, Nebraska
December 16, 2009
Ed. note: This RFQ is outdated, but technical replies are welcome, and readers are encouraged to post their own RFQs. But no public commercial suggestions please ( huh? why?).
A. Hi. Nylon powder coatings and Teflon powder coatings are often applied to wire shelves and are smooth, slippery, and corrosion resistant. But they are also thick, and applied by fluidized bed rather than spray gun, so they will be more expensive than standard thermoset powder coatings. Good luck.
Regards,
Ted Mooney, P.E.
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RFQ: I am also interested in a retail application. The finish must be both slick and hard. I have found that blister packed products can indent the finish if left in one spot over time. Need hard, low friction, and as in any retail application, economical. Thanks for any suggestions.
Jeff Sherretts
– N. Babylon, New York
February 14, 2013
A. Hi
Zinc plating is pretty cheap, whereas nickel-black chrome plating is stylish and low friction. Both are metal, so they certainly won’t dent. Good luck.
Regards,
Ted Mooney, P.E.
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finishing.com – Pine Beach, New Jersey
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February 14, 2013