Galvanizing, aluminising and organic coating of steel strip
A chronological history of operational, product and end use developments in the UK
Compiled by Gordon Smith, Information Services Manager, British Steel Shotton, 1968-1997, based on information from numerous sources.
Every effort has been made to verify and ensure accuracy. It is recognised that many small-scale galvanising operations have existed but this history records those that have had a major impact on the coatings industry.
Main processes covered
- Hot dip galvanizing – zinc, zinc/aluminium
- Electro galvanizing – zinc, nickel/zinc
- Hot dip aluminising
- Laminating – pvc
- Liquid paint coatings – polyester, PVDF, plastisol, polyurethane
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