Consumers Guide to Electrocoating
About Electrocoating
What Products Can Be Electrocoated?
Companies That Electrocoat
Where Can I Find Products That Are Electrocoated?
E-Coat Protected – Look For The E-COAT Mark!
News And Information
About Electrocoating
What is electrocoating and why is it used?
Electrocoating, or E-coat, is a wet paint process used on many products (or parts of products) because of its unique ability to resist chipping, scratching, rusting, UV, and the like. The electrocoat paint covers and protects the entire part or product so that even corners, edges and recessed areas are completely protected.
Electrocoating is used on many products you own! In fact, today, approximately 99% of all new cars manufactured are electrocoated then top coated with the color of choice. Electrocoat primer is what protects your car from rusting and allows dealers to provide the extended warranties that were unheard of 20 years ago.
Environmental awareness is another reason many manufacturers use e-coat. The electrocoat process is environmentally friendly because it produces little or no HAPs (hazardous air pollutants), ultra-low VOCs (volatile organic compounds), and is OSHA and EPA compliant. E-coat systems recycle too! Virtually all unused paint is recovered and put back into the system. At “clean-out” time, any waste that has accumulated in the bottom of the paint tank is disposed of easily and safely.
Economics are another reason manufacturers choose electrocoating. Because most e-coat systems are automated, the amount of paint applied to a product can be precisely controlled. Also, many parts or products can be coated at once and run through an e-coat tank at high speed – all which help keep costs down.
Recap Time:
So, why should you buy electrocoated products?
E-coat makes products last longer. Manufacturers choose electrocoating to provide their products with a durable, lasting finish that will stand up to outdoor environments such as water and sunlight or indoor environments such as chemicals used in your laundry room.
E-coat is an economical way to paint products.
E-coat is environmentally friendly.
What Products Can Be Electrocoated?
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Office and Patio Furniture
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Companies That Electrocoat
Current as of October 2004
The Electrocoat Association is not responsible for content or information derived from links to remote sites. All trademarks and brand names are the property of the owners.
APPLIANCES
GE Appliances
Kenmore
KitchenAid
Maytag
Whirlpool Home Appliances
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| Acura Audi BMW DaimlerChrysler Ford Motor Company General Motors Corporation Honda Hyundai Kia Land Rover |
Mazda |
Where Can I Find Products That Are Electrocoated?
Here Are Some Retail Stores/Catalogers That Sell Electrocoated Products
Current as of October 2004.
The Electrocoat Association is not responsible for content or information derived from links to remote sites. All trademarks and brand names are the property of the owners.
RETAIL STORES/CATALOGERS
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E-COAT Mark
The E-COAT Mark symbol has been established to assist consumers in identifying products that are electrocoated. Manufacturers are encouraged to use this logo on their products and in their promotional materials. Please ask your store personnel for assistance in identifying electrocoated products.
News and Information About E-Coat
* The Electrocoat Association Web Site: www.electrocoat.org
* The Electrocoat Guidebook: Available through Hanser Gardner Publications (513) 527-8977
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