Protective coating being applied to an industrial steel component

Protective & Industrial Coatings

Yes — Westforge Works applies protective and industrial coatings, including painted finishes. Painting and protective coating systems are available alongside powder coating, selected to suit the application and service environment. Where metalwork faces corrosion, coastal exposure, wear or an industrial environment, we prepare the surface and apply a painted or protective coating system chosen for that service condition rather than appearance alone.

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Who it's for

Customers we support with this work.

  • Industrial operators and maintenance teams
  • Engineering, fabrication and manufacturing businesses
  • Infrastructure, marine and coastal projects
  • Commercial property owners protecting exposed steelwork

Common applications

What this covers.

01

Corrosion protection for structural steel

02

Industrial and metal painting

03

Painted finishes for items that cannot be powder coated

04

Coastal and marine exposure

05

Industrial plant and equipment

06

Maintenance and shutdown recoating

07

Fabricated assemblies before installation

08

Recoating and repainting existing assets

09

Primer and multi-coat systems

10

Coating over prepared blasted steel

How it works

The process, step by step.

01

Understand the environment

Exposure, service conditions and expected life guide the system selected.

02

Prepare

Abrasive blasting or another suitable preparation to the standard the coating requires.

03

Apply the system

Primer and subsequent coats applied in sequence to the product's requirements.

04

Cure and check

Coats are allowed to cure and the finish is inspected before release.

05

Record the system

The system applied is recorded so future maintenance or recoating is straightforward.

Practical considerations

Worth knowing before you enquire.

  • Coating selection depends on environment, substrate and preparation — advice is given per project.
  • Preparation standard is the main driver of coating performance.
  • Recoating an existing asset requires assessment of the coating already present.
  • Where a specification exists, send it with your enquiry.

Frequently asked

Common questions.

Does Westforge provide painting?+

Yes. Alongside powder coating, Westforge can provide suitable painted finishing and protective coating options depending on the project, substrate and service conditions.

What is the difference between powder coating and protective coating?+

Powder coating gives a durable, attractive finish for general metalwork. Painted, protective and industrial systems are chosen primarily for corrosion resistance and service life in harsher environments, or for items that cannot be cured in the workshop.

Can you coat to a supplied specification?+

In many cases yes. Send the specification with your enquiry and we will confirm what is practical in our workshop.

Do you recoat or repaint existing industrial items?+

Yes, subject to assessment of the item's condition and its existing coating.

Is coastal exposure handled differently?+

Yes. Salt exposure near the WA coast usually calls for a more robust preparation and coating system than an inland or internal item.

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