Pre-treatment is essential because it cleans the surface of oils, dirt, rust, and other contaminants, while also creating a surface profile that helps the powder coating stick better. Without proper pre-treatment, even the best powder coating can peel, chip, or fail prematurely.

We pre-treat a wide variety of metals including aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, copper, and some engineering plastics. The type of metal determines the exact cleaning and conversion process we use for optimal results.

We use a combination of degreasing, alkaline cleaning, iron or zinc phosphating, chromate or non-chromate conversion coatings, and grit blasting—depending on your part’s material, geometry, and intended use. Our multi-stage systems are tailored for both small and large batch processing.

Pre-treatment removes microscopic contaminants and creates a textured or chemically-reactive surface, which allows the powder particles to cling better and bond more securely during the curing process. This ensures longer-lasting, flake-resistant finishes.

Yes, absolutely. One of the main benefits of pre-treatment is corrosion resistance. Phosphating and conversion coatings act as a barrier between the metal and the environment, significantly extending the lifespan of the coated part—especially in humid or outdoor conditions.

Only very slightly. Some processes like phosphating or blasting may alter the surface texture, but the change is minimal (a few microns) and generally within most industrial tolerance levels. If your part has very tight tolerances, we’ll work with you to plan around it.

Yes, we do. Threads, grounding points, or other critical zones can be masked before pre-treatment and powder coating to ensure they remain untouched. Just let us know your part’s functional requirements, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Yes—especially if you want a high-quality, long-lasting finish. Even if the parts aren’t exposed to harsh outdoor environments, pre-treatment improves adhesion, appearance, and overall durability of the powder coating, regardless of where it’s used.

Yes, but the old coating will need to be removed first—usually via media blasting or chemical stripping. Once stripped, we can apply a fresh pre-treatment process to prepare the surface for a new, high-quality powder finish.

Skipping pre-treatment might save money in the short term, but it often leads to coating failures, rust, or rework down the line. In the long run, pre-treatment actually saves money by improving product performance and reducing the need for repairs or replacements.