Application Process

Your partner for unique finishes engineered to enhance the efficiency of your coating application methods.

Application Methods

Every energy-cured coating RDC creates is engineered to enhance the performance and productivity of your application equipment and finishing line.

This high-speed coating technique uses rollers to apply a coating to a substrate, which then passes through an energy-curing system to achieve a uniform coat.

This type of coating method utilizes a spray gun to apply the coating as a fine mist, typically over complex shapes or large surfaces, which are then energy-cured.

This method applies a coating to a linear product in a vacuum environment prior to passing through an energy curing system to ensure excellent adhesion and an instant cure.

This method applies a coating to a linear product in a vacuum environment prior to passing through an energy curing system to ensure excellent adhesion and an instant cure.

RDC’s custom coatings can also be applied via a range of different application processes, including dip coating, gravure coating, web coating, edge coating, and more.

How to Select the Right Coating Techniques

Surface Preparation for Coating Applications

Proper surface preparation is critical for achieving optimal coating performance. The right prep process ensures strong adhesion, durability, and a smooth finish. The preparation steps generally include:

1. Cleaning

Removing contaminants such as dust, grease, and oils.

2. Surface Conditioning

Sanding, etching, or priming to enhance coating adhesion

3. Drying

Ensuring the substrate is moisture-free before application.

4. Masking

Protecting specific areas from coating application when needed.

The preparation steps may vary depending on the substrate and coating type. Our team offers in-depth training, equipping operators with the knowledge to optimize coating performance, improve process efficiency, and extend the lifespan of the finished product. 

FAQs about Coating Application Processes

The choice depends on the coating type. UV and EB curing provide instant drying, reducing processing time and increasing efficiency. 

Proper surface preparation, including cleaning and priming, is essential. Selecting the right coating for your substrate also plays a key role. Our engineers can help train your team.

Spray coating is ideal for complex geometries, as it ensures even coverage over irregular surfaces. However, we recommend reaching out to our engineering team to discuss your specific applications.

Yes, our water-based finishes and energy-cured coatings are designed with sustainability in mind, minimizing or eliminating HAPs and VOC emissions. Learn more about the sustainability of our industrial coatings.

Yes, RDC Coatings specializes in custom-engineered coatings to meet specific performance and application requirements.

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How can RDC Coatings help you?

Manufacturers in multiple industries apply RDC Coatings’ custom formulations to a wide variety of materials and products. Leverage RDC Coatings’ 35-plus years of experience in engineering, developing, and manufacturing custom, energy-cured coatings to address your unique needs.