Salvaging Stainless Steel for a Seamless Car Park Solution

Business Need

Leeds Galvanised was approached in November to resolve an issue with stainless steel structure blocks intended for a car park. These parts had been mistakenly powder-coated, which rendered them unsuitable for their intended application. The company required a reliable solution to remove the coating while ensuring the integrity of the existing galvanisation. The challenge was to execute this process efficiently without compromising the durability of the components.

Our Role

To address this issue, our team implemented a precise and controlled solution:

• Pyrolysis Oven Treatment: We utilised high-temperature pyrolysis to effectively burn off the incorrect powder coating without damaging the galvanised components.
• Jet Washing Process: After the coating was burned off, we jet-washed the parts to remove all ash and contaminants, ensuring a clean and properly treated surface.
• Quality Assurance: Rigorous inspections were conducted post-treatment to ensure all components remained in optimal condition.
• Efficient Turnaround: Given the project’s complexity, we worked to complete the process swiftly while maintaining quality, allowing the project to proceed without further delays.

The Outcome

The completion of this project resulted in:

• Successful removal of incorrect powder coating without compromising the original galvanisation.
• Thorough cleaning of all components, ensuring a contaminant-free surface.
• Minimised project delays, enabling the car park construction to continue as planned.
• Client satisfaction, with the assurance that the issue was resolved effectively and professionally.