Galvanizing is one of the most widely used to methods for protecting metal from corrosion.It’s the process of applying a protective zinc coating to steel or iron, to prevent rusting. The most common method is hot-dip galvanizing, in which parts are submerged in a bath of molten zinc.The part is passed through a molten zinc bath, providing a much thicker coating of zinc at a somewhat higher cost compared to electrogalv.
Why Galvanize?
Quite simply, galvanizing a metal gives it anti-corrosion properties. Without the protective zinc coating, the metal would remain exposed to the elements and potentially oxidize and corrode much faster. Galvanized Steelis a cost effective alternative to using materials such as austenitic stainless steel or aluminum in order to prevent corrosion.