Preparation of products in 4 various processes
Because small details create a perfect design! In our new blog, we present the development of our products in 4 processes. These processes include glue-laminated, hot-dip galvanizing, powder coating, and wood impregnation.
What is Glue-Laminated (Glulam)?
Glue-laminated timber (glulam) is a structurally engineered wood product commonly used for beams and columns in residential and commercial applications. When glued with industrial adhesives, this type of wood is highly durable and moisture resistant, capable of generating large pieces and unique shapes. Glulam is stronger than steel at comparable weights. That makes glulam a cost-effective choice for long, structural spans and tall columns with minimal need for additional support. The world's tallest glulam structure is Mjösa Tower, an 18-story mixed-use building in Brumunddal, Norway.
Hot-dip galvanization
All steel components used by IDEA are hot-dip galvanized in a liquid zinc bath at 449 °C. Steel that is powder-coated after hot-dip galvanizing will have an even longer lifespan, as the powder coating protects the zinc. If the surface damaged, hot-dip galvanized products repair themselves through zinc contracting and forming a new coating in the damaged area. Zinc is a more active metal in comparison to steel. This is a unique characteristic for galvanizing, which means, when a galvanized coating damaged and steel is exposed to the atmosphere, zinc can continue to protect steel through galvanic corrosion.
Powder-coating
The powder coating process offers several advantages over conventional liquid coating methods, including increased durability, capabilities for more specialized finishes, less environmental impact, and lower material costs. In addition to being available with a wide range of finish options, powder coatings are generally more long-lasting and durable than liquid coatings. They demonstrate higher resistance to impact, moisture, chemicals, and offer greater protection from scratches, abrasion, corrosion, and fading. These characteristics make them well-suited for high use and high traffic applications.
Impregnation of Wood
Impregnation stabilizes dimensions, increases strength and resistance to water, moisture, and chemicals, and reduces cracking. The most common methods of impregnation employ antiseptics, which ensure protection against wood rot and other forms of biological deterioration, and fire retardants, which prevent the wood from catching fire.
