Industrial metal coatings and abrasion resistant coatings accounted for $6.8 billion in revenue in 2014. In fact, automotive refinish coatings are the largest segment of the paint industry, just ahead of industrial maintenance coatings, with a revenue of $2 billion in 2014. For those battling rust or looking for wear-resistant coatings, here are some common questions to consider.
What causes rust on metal?
Rust on metal is caused by surface metal atoms and molecules forming metal oxides in the presence of oxygen and water. Originally, rust was simply a synonym for ion oxides. Now, it is used as a general term to describe metal corrosion.
Metal can rust at certain rates depending on its surface area and environment. The environments that cause
What causes rust on metal?
Rust on metal is caused by surface metal atoms and molecules forming metal oxides in the presence of oxygen and water. Originally, rust was simply a synonym for ion oxides. Now, it is used as a general term to describe metal corrosion.
Metal can rust at certain rates depending on its surface area and environment. The environments that cause