During Galvanization process steel is covered with a layer of zinc via a chemical process. This ensures that the steel does not get corroded by rust. This process is named after its inventor, an Italian called Luigi Galvani. Steel and alloy steel castings are excellent suited for electrolytic galvanizing.
Applications :
• Mass and bulk products like screws, connecting elements
• Stanzteile stamped part
• Galvanized steel frames are used to build houses
• Car parts are made out of galvanized steel – the body of trucks and buses are being made of galvanized steel
• Galvanized metal has found its way into several household appliances such as washing machines, air conditioning housings, hair dryers, etc
• Galvanized steel is used in high tension electrical towers, protective gears, highway signs etc
• Galvanized steel is used to make wrought iron gates and other items
• Galvanized steel is also used to make metal pails.
Characteristic Futures :
• Decorative surfaces
• Corrosion prevention
• Economical coating form