Advanced HVOF/HVAF Thermal Spray Capabilities Specializing in Industrial Rollers & Components

Contact Us for Increased Wear Resistance and an Extended Shelf Life

High Tech Chrome Plating is excited to unveil our cutting-edge HVOF/HVAF (High Velocity Oxygen Fuel) thermal spray system, designed to cater to the precise needs of the industrial sector. At High Tech Chrome Plating we specialize in applying tungsten and chrome carbide coatings to essential components such as hydraulic cylinder rods from mobile and underground mining equipment, industrial rollers, vibrating screens, and many other types of industrial components that need abrasion, wear, or corrosion resistance. Our precision coatings are engineered to significantly enhance the lifespan and performance of critical components.

Why Choose an HVOF/HVAF Coating?

Wear Resistance: The thermal spray process produces coatings with high hardness and wear resistance, making them ideal for protecting roller surfaces from abrasion and erosion.
Corrosion Protection: Thermal spray coatings can be made from materials that offer excellent resistance to corrosion, which is crucial for rollers operating in harsh environments.
Enhanced Surface Properties: The coatings can improve surface smoothness and uniformity, enhancing the performance of the rollers in their respective applications.
Extended Service Life: By significantly improving wear and corrosion resistance, HVOF/HVAF coatings extend the service life of industrial rollers, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.

The Thermal Spray Process

Surface Preparation: The component surface is thoroughly cleaned and roughened, typically using grit blasting, to ensure proper adhesion of the coating.
Coating Application: The gun is used to spray the powdered material onto the substrate surface. The process parameters, such as fuel type, flow rate, and spray distance, are carefully controlled to achieve the desired coating properties.
Post-Coating Treatments: Depending on the application, the coated component may undergo additional treatments such as grinding and polishing to achieve the required surface finish and mechanical properties.
Quality Control: All of our thermal spray coatings are inspected using various techniques (e.g., microscopy, hardness testing, and surface profile) to ensure the coating meets the specified requirements.

HVOF/HVAF Applications

Applications for Industrial Rollers

Steel Industry: Rollers in continuous casting, hot rolling, and cold rolling processes benefit from HVOF coatings to withstand high temperatures and abrasive environments.
Paper Industry: Coated rollers are used in paper manufacturing to resist wear from paper web contact and chemical exposure.
Textile Industry: Rollers in textile processing are coated to handle abrasive fibers and chemical treatments without significant wear.
Printing Industry: Print rollers require smooth, wear-resistant surfaces to maintain high-quality print outputs and prolonged service life.

Applications for Industrial Components

Mining Industry: Hydraulic cylinder rods in mobile and underground equipment benefit from carbide coatings for increased wear life and diameter restoration.
Oil and Gas Industry: Carbide coatings offer high corrosion resistance in ocean environments for drill rig, production well, pump, and valve components.
Heavy Equipment: Industrial hydraulic cylinder rods such as lift rods, press rods, and crane cylinder rods can all benefit from the increased wear and corrosion resistance provided by thermal spray coatings.
Manufacturing Industry: Manufactured components, including cutting tools, mold and die components, pistons, cylinders, and valves are a few examples of the many types of components enhanced with a carbide coating.

Complete Solutions In-House

We have the complete capability to remove, surface prep, apply, and polish carbide coatings in our facilities. This allows us to keep the cost and turnaround lower than many competitors who outsource grinding or surface preparation. For decades, many industry leaders have trusted HTCP as their one-stop-shop for metal finishing.