When one coat is all you need.
Thermoplastic powder coating, explained simply: what it is, where it shines, and how it compares to the coatings you already know.
A powder that melts, then re-hardens into a shell.
We spray a fine powder onto a bare metal part and heat it until it melts completely — think of a hard candy turning to syrup — then it cools and sets into one smooth, seamless coating bonded straight to the metal. No primer. No second coat.
The result is a genuinely thick shell — several times thicker than standard paint or powder that's built up in multiple layers.
Because thermoplastic melts and re-cools without a chemical cure step, it stays genuinely flexible — a real advantage on parts that bend or take repeated impact. Get it damaged? It can often be re-heated and repaired right on site, without stripping the whole part. Standard powder and liquid paint remain the right, proven choice for the vast majority of everyday parts.
Liquid paint vs. standard powder vs. thermoplastic
Three proven ways to protect metal. The right one depends on the environment, the performance you need, and the goal of the project.
Liquid paint
- Coats needed3 to 5
- VOC emissionsYes
- Corrosion protectionModerate
- Impact resistanceModerate
- Colour flexibilityExcellent
- Best forCosmetic finishes & field repairs
Standard powder
- Coats needed1 to 2
- VOC emissionsNone
- Corrosion protectionGood
- Impact resistanceModerate–high
- AppearanceExcellent
- Best forIndustrial & architectural parts
Thermoplastic
- Coats neededJust one
- VOC emissionsNone · halogen & BPA-free
- Corrosion protectionExceptional
- Impact resistanceHigh
- FlexibilityStays flexible as parts flex
- Best forWater, offshore, wire, harsh sites
Key performance advantages
Backed by third-party lab testing and proven in the field — not just marketing.
Long-life protection
No corrosion after 10,000 hours of salt-spray testing on galvanized steel.
Chemical resistance
Stands up to dilute acids, alkalis and most cleaning agents, across a very wide pH range.
Stays flexible
Holds up on parts that bend — no flaking, even over corners and welds.
Single coat
No primer needed in most cases. Fewer steps, less labour, fewer things to go wrong.
Cleaner chemistry
VOC-free, halogen-free and BPA-free. Grades certified for contact with drinking water and food.
Electrical insulation
Strong insulator — ideal for battery housings, appliances and wire mesh.
Repairable on site
Minor damage can often be fixed with local re-heating — less downtime, lower upkeep.
Colour stable
No significant colour change or loss of gloss after 3 years of outdoor exposure in Florida.
One coating, many industries
Four thermoplastic families, one shared principle
These are the coating lines we spec and apply, each suited to a different level of demand.
Plascoat®
The versatile core line — a fit for the majority of applications.
Abcite®
For the most demanding environments — offshore, immersion and heavy industry.
WireGuard
The alternative to PVC coating for wire mesh and metal structures.
Talisman
Built for the appliance market — attractive finish, food-contact safe.