Summary for hardcoat line setup Discussion
Hardcoat line setup is the core issue here: Geoff Freeburn in Sydney says he can’t get consistent hardcoat anodizing done locally or in the East, and is considering building a small 10-gallon line for parts, including Teflon sealing for a better finish. The reply advises starting with solid references rather than trial-and-error. The answerer recommends buying or borrowing standard texts such as Robert Probert’s "Aluminum How-To" and Wernick, Pinner, & Sheasby’s "The Surface Treatment and Finishing of Aluminum and its Alloys" to understand the process and equipment needs. They also note that "teflon sealing" is proprietary, so it does not need to be developed from scratch and can simply be purchased. Finally, the answerer suggests contacting an aluminum finishing consultant, such as one listed in finishing.com’s Directory of Consultants, for practical guidance on setting up the line.
RFQ. Hi, I am a manufacturer here in Australia and have a need for Hardcoat Annodizing. I have read a lot on the subject and have a fair idea many of the aspects. The problem I have is getting it done in this part of the world, including the East where I have some parts made. I have not been able to come close to getting a good consistent product coated. Australia is no longer a manufacturer and the “East” speaks for its self :( I am considering setting up my own line. Its only for small parts and a 10 gallon system would handle what we need. I also very much want to do Teflon Sealing as this adds a wonderful luster to the finished item. I am more than willing to pay for expert advice, how would I go about this? I am an electronics guy so the Power supply is covered, and my best friend make refrigeration chillers so the expensive items are covered, just need specs.
Geoff Freeburn
Owner – Sydney Australia
April 7, 2012
A. Hi, Geoff.
I would buy or borrow a good book or two on the subject, like Robert Probert’s “Aluminum How-To” or Wernick, Pinner, & Sheasby’s “The Surface Treatment and Finishing of Aluminum and its Alloys”.
The “teflon sealing” is a proprietary; you don’t have to develop it, you can just buy it.
I would also contact an aluminum finishing consultant, perhaps from finishing.com’s “Directory of Consultants”. Good luck.
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Ted Mooney, P.E.
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April 9, 2012