Coatings Articles

Beyond Galvanizing: The Future of Fastener Coatings

Explore developments in fastener coatings beyond galvanizing, including corrosion protection, friction control and application-specific selection.

Molybdenum: The Secret Strength Behind Steel Bolts

Explore molybdenum's role in alloy-steel bolts, including hardenability, strength and performance considerations for industrial fasteners.

Xylan Coatings: Unlocking Fastener Performance with PTFE

Explore Xylan fastener coatings, including corrosion protection, lubricity and the importance of specifying the appropriate coating system.

Titanium’s Edge in Next-Gen Spacecraft

Explore titanium's role in spacecraft fasteners, including mass reduction, material properties and the demands of space-environment applications.

The Finish Line: A Buyer’s Guide to Decoding Fastener Plating and Coating Callouts

Compare industrial fastener plating and coatings by corrosion exposure, friction, service conditions and the documentation needed for procurement.

Protect fasteners: high-performance coatings fight corrosion

Explore high-performance fastener coatings, including corrosion protection, lubrication, chemical compatibility and service-temperature limits.