Powder Coating has been around for about 50 years. It was developed when they found a formulation for a finely ground “plastic” powder. That was the beginning of the powder coating industry.
The process of powder coating is done by first cleaning the part to a dry, bare metal surface, a special electrostatic spray gun with 30,000 to 90,000 volts, is used to apply a thin layer of “plastic” powder onto the surface of the part to be coated. The powder is held onto the part by static electricity. Kind of like dust on a TV. Once coated, the part is oven baked at approximately 400 degrees Fahrenheit. The curing oven melts the dry powder to a “gel state” and then further curing causes this gel to harden into a very tough “plastic” coating. This flowing and fusing of the coating in the final curing oven creates a continuous coating which is very hard and has no porosity.
Now for the WHY? Powder Coating does not use solvents, there are no toxic chemicals released into the air, thus EPA regulation do not add expense to this process. Also, for about the same cost as professionally applied paint, powder coating offers a superior finish combined with an excellent durability that will extend the life of the part. It is particularly beneficial for parts exposed to harsher conditions such as moisture and chemicals. Powder coating does not fade and is very chip and crack resistant, flexible, and can be applied to all metals.
Funktion Performance (Referred to as FP) shall warranty its powder coatings for a period of six months. FP warrants that the process of the pretreatment and cure of all parts powder coated meets or exceeds the industry standards set forth by the powder manufacturers.
The following acts and/or omissions will void the warranty:
Due to the environment, consumer usage, metal construction, and fabrication variances, all of which are out of the control and responsibility of FP, this warranty is limited. It is FP’s responsibility under this warranty to renew the powder coating on the item that has been determined that powder coating workmanship by FP or a powder coat material was defective. FP upon notice and determination of valid claim will re-coat parts at their own expense. FP is not liable for the cost of take down, re-installation or transport of affected parts. FP reserves the right to inspect and to determine cause for failure of coating.
– Tubes or pipes that have end caps and do not have a weep hole have a high risk of vapors escaping during the curing process that will damage the powder finish in an oven. Without a weep hole for the gases to escape, FP, is not responsible for the damage on oven may produce.
– Handrails and fencing that are not welded solid allow moisture to build up in places that the powder coat cannot penetrate. FP is not responsible for these areas that will rust after installation.
– Weldments and frames that have overlapping metals trap moisture and will rust if the overlapping metals are not seal welded. FP is not responsible for the rust that will build up and spread from these areas.
– Sharp edges must be rounded to be able to hold an appropriate mil thickness of paint. Sharp edges that are not rounded will rust. FP is not responsible for rust that occurs because of sharp edges.
– Design and/or welding flaws, such as pin holes, overlapping steel placements or non-sealed welds that allow moisture to build up and cause rust are not covered by this warranty.
– FP does not warranty for items damaged by nicks, cuts, scratches or any other normal wear and tear on the item as it is being used
Highlights on raised surfaces: (i.e., valve covers & cylinders) additional . Two (2) tone colors, additional cost.
For second coat, illusions, and candies – add 25%. Clear coat is required over all metallics and silver coating.
Clear coats can be applied to almost all powders for a look of depth and gloss. A 25% additional charge applies for this service.
NOTE: Some colors require a clear coat, (i.e., metallics, silver, dormants, etc.).
Minimum shop charge billed at a rate of $95.00 per hour.
