Gates
Gates, railings and metalwork: finish suitability depends on the material and exposure.
COATING
Metal Coating
Colour, protection and finish for metal parts and components.
From Seixal, SACAL assesses requests for metal pieces and components, including gates, rims, bicycle and motorcycle elements, and special projects.
Material transformation
What changes at the surface
General explanation of the treatment. SACAL’s sequence and operating conditions must be confirmed for each request.
A layer over the metal
Coating adds an organic layer over the part. This film defines its appearance and can help protect the metal; performance depends on the selected system and the service environment.
Prepare, apply, cure
In powder coating, the surface is generally cleaned and pretreated to promote adhesion. Powder is applied electrostatically and heated to form a continuous film. This is a general description, not confirmation of the method used by SACAL.
The result starts with the part
The material, corrosion, previous coatings and irregularities affect preparation. Film thickness, curing and exposure influence the result; a paint layer does not necessarily remove defects in the part.
Technical references: QUALICOAT · AAC · AAC — aluminium
Applications
Examples of requests for assessment. Listing an application does not confirm its compatibility with a treatment.
Bicycles and motorcycles
Metal elements for cycling and motorcycling, subject to individual assessment.
Rims
The material, condition and use of a rim should be assessed before selecting a treatment.
Industrial components
Parts and components for different industrial uses, according to each project’s characteristics.
Special projects
Parts outside the usual categories: each request is assessed individually.
Comparison
Coating or anodising?
Coating
Applies a finishing layer over the surface of the part.
Anodising
Modifies the aluminium surface through an electrochemical process.
The right choice depends on the material, the part and the intended result. See anodising
Before requesting a quote
Providing this information helps us respond more accurately.
01 Type of piece or component
02 Approximate quantity
03 Material and current condition
04 Relevant dimensions
05 Desired finish or colour
06 Photographs, if available
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What you should know about coating
01 What is coating?
Coating lays a coloured layer over the metal surface to enhance protection and appearance.
02 What pieces can be assessed?
Gates, rims, bicycle frames, motorcycle components and industrial parts are common examples; selection depends on the material and preparation.
03 How does coating differ from anodising?
Coating adds a visible film, while anodising modifies the aluminium surface. Material and finish requirements dictate the best path.
04 Can I choose the colour?
Coating supports various colours and textures. Share your preferences so we can confirm compatibility.
05 What should I send for a quote?
Describe the piece, quantities, desired treatment, dimensions, photographs and usage context. We may ask for more information if needed.
Illustrative images of materials and finishes; they do not depict documented SACAL facilities or work.