Painting and Powder Coating Charlotte NC | Industrial Finishing | Farris Group
Charlotte manufacturers rely on finishes that handle abrasion, weather, and daily handling. We support this demand with industrial painting and powder coating in Charlotte, NC, focused on repeatable film build, adhesion, and appearance. Our finishing team processes carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum parts from small brackets to large weldments. The goal is always the same. Surfaces must be clean, coated to spec, and cured correctly.
Quality is baked into our workflow. Our finishing operations run under our ISO 9001:2015 certified system. Travelers capture every step. Lot tags keep material traceable. Work instructions define surface preparation, coating selection, film build targets, and cure windows. We document pretreatment chemistry checks, booth settings, and oven profiles so results remain consistent from the first part to the last.
Coatings That Earn Their Performance
Reliable coating starts with surface prep. We use alkaline cleaning and rinses, then apply iron phosphate or zirconium conversion coatings based on substrate and environment. For parts with stubborn scale or weld spatter, we add media blasting with a profile suited to the coating system. Masking is planned early. We use silicone caps, high-temp tapes, and custom plugs to protect threads and mating faces.
Powder application is performed with electrostatic guns and controlled kV settings. Operators manage gun distance, wrap, and part orientation to reduce Faraday issues. Typical film build targets range from 60 to 100 microns for TGIC polyester powders in exterior service. Epoxy powders are used where chemical resistance is a priority. When specifications call for a liquid system, we apply 2K urethane or epoxy primers and topcoats that meet low-VOC requirements.
Cure cycles follow the powder data sheet, not just the part temperature. We log metal temperature with probes to verify time at temperature. Our ovens are mapped to confirm zone uniformity, and we record cure profiles to support audits. Post-cure checks include cross-hatch adhesion (ASTM D3359), impact resistance (ASTM D2794), MEK rubs, and DFT measurements using calibrated gauges. For exterior assemblies, we can coordinate salt spray testing (ASTM B117) through an accredited lab.
Handling matters as much as spraying. We set hanging plans that minimize touch points and shadowing, and we schedule parts so heavy items do not damage lighter components. After cure, parts cool on soft racks, then move to inspection and packaging. We add foam, edge guards, and interleaves as needed. Kitting by subsystem helps your crews stage parts without sorting piles of unrelated components.
When your team needs color matching, we pull RAL or custom matches and provide drawdowns for approval. Gloss levels include matte, satin, and full gloss. Texture options include light orange peel and fine wrinkle where slip resistance or fingerprint control is wanted.
Finishes That Fit The Job
Charlotte projects often tie to public infrastructure or transportation. We are a FedLinks Verified Federal Vendor, so we provide certs for chemistry, DFT logs, cure records, and inspection results that align with contract submittals. Documentation ships digitally and with your order.
We package and label to match your workflow. Orders can arrive bulk packed, in serialized kits, or grouped by line. Our logistics team coordinates delivery windows and protects finishes in transit.
To learn more about industrial metal painting and powder coating services in Charlotte, NC call 704-629-4879 or visit our website at Farrisgrp.com to request an expert consultation.
We support customers across the United States, Canada, Germany, and Western Europe, as well as Turkey.
Frequently Asked Questions about Painting and Powder Coating Services in Charlotte, NC
Do you mask threads and sealing faces?
Yes. We plan masking with silicone caps, plugs, and high-temp tapes tied to your print.
Can you certify film build by lot?
Yes. We log DFT readings and provide batch reports.
Do you offer two-coat powder systems?
Yes. Primer plus topcoat systems are available for harsh environments.
