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Health, Safety, & Environment

Top Callout: At Houston Powder Coaters, Green isn’t Just a Color… It’s a Way We Conduct Business.
Page Subtitle: Environmentally Responsible Protective Coatings

Environmentally Friendly

Plain and simple, powder coating is the most environmentally responsible metal finishing process.

Since no solvents are used in its application, negligible amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are released into the atmosphere. Furthermore, electrostatically sprayed processes, like the ones Houston Powder Coaters employs, are now specified by the EPA as a Best Available Control Technology (BACT) to help reduce air pollution.

While powder coatings have many process and performance advantages over traditional wet coating systems, the Clean Air Act of 1970 was instrumental in placing powder coating at the forefront of eco-friendly industrial processes. Unlike some finishes, powder coating contains no heavy metals or harmful carcinogens and produces less hazardous waste than conventional liquid coatings.

As discussed in the “Frequently Asked Questions” section of the website, thicker coatings can be applied in single pass powder systems without the appearance of runs and sags that would be seen in wet coating systems. The ecologically-friendly process is also economically-friendly due to the faster processing speeds. And with a fusion-bonded, cross-linked, hardened shell, powder coating produces a superior finish that is more abrasion, corrosion, and chemical resistant than wet paint applications.

Houston Powder Coaters is committed to keeping Houston clean by providing environmentally responsible protective coatings. If you have additional questions, or need supplemental data sheets, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Health & Safety Are Paramount

Beyond the environment, Houston Powder Coaters is also committed to providing a safe & healthy work environment for its employees, neighbors, and others affected by its business activities. Health & Safety is an integral part of its business and is as much a part of its culture as any other business objective. All employees share in the responsibility to continuously improve the health, safety, and environmental awareness of the company by:

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
Conducting regular workplace inspections
Stopping any process at any time if an unsafe situation arises
Reporting unsafe acts, practices, and conditions
Assessing risks and striving to eliminate all work place incidents
Regularly servicing all tools and equipment
Wearing protective gear – coaters and blasters wear full body suits and head pieces with independent air circulation systems
Integrating process safety, and worker health & safety, into all business decision-making practices.

All employees of Houston Powder Coaters are expected to conduct their daily tasks in a manner consistent with the objectives and regulations set forth by the company. Health and Safety are the responsibilities that must be shared equally and without exception by each individual within HPC. It is clear that no activity is so important or urgent that safety can be compromised.

“Safety First – Safety Last”

Quality Control & Assurance

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Top Callout: Each job is independently processed and individually inspected for total quality assurance
Page Subtitle: Independently Processed, Individually Inspected

Powder Coating

Houston Powder Coaters warrants that the process of pretreatment, powder application, and cure of all coated parts meet or exceed the industry standards set forth by the powder manufacturers. Depending upon the criteria put forth by the individual powder coating supplier, HPC will preheat pieces which results in better powder adhesion and increased flow properties. Certain aluminum pieces and galvanized parts will also receive preheating to reduce outgassing during the coating process.

Although the typical coverage of powder is 3-5 mils per coat (6-10 mils for a standard double coat), Houston Powder Coaters can apply thinner and thicker levels depending upon customer’s request.

Curing times vary due to the thickness of the metal, the type of metal, and the coating system that was applied. In oven temperatures that exceed 425 degrees, the typical curing time ranges from 20 minutes to 2 hours.

Present day powder formulations allow for certain tolerances/graces above and below the ideal curing conditions. This “bake window” allows Houston Powder Coaters to properly cure the spec’d powder within a broad temperature and bake time range. In fact, these bake windows are the reasons why HPC can cure different size pieces with different colors in the same oven at the same time (at the same temperature).

Finally, when pieces exit the oven, final inspection tests are performed to ensure film thickness, proper curing, and even-flow. These inspections are completed in one of two brightly-lit indoor quality-assurance areas. HPC’s quality inspectors are trained to look for issues that will lead to coating failure. If any problems are found, rejected pieces are sent to be reprocessed all over again.

Certificates of Compliance are available, but need to be discussed and agreed to at the onset of any job.

About Houston Powder Coaters

Top Callout: Focused on delivering a high-quality product and an even higher-quality customer experience.
Page Subtitle: Proud of The Community We Serve

Who We Are

Houston Powder Coaters (HPC) is a full-service powder coating facility offering high quality metal finishes, expert industry knowledge, and the fastest turnarounds in Houston. By developing close partnerships with our customers and understanding their business, we tailor ideal coating solutions to meet each project’s specific need. From industrial applications to architectural design, HPC is dynamic in its approach and diligent in its research and follow-up. We are focused on delivering a high-quality product and an even higher-quality customer experience.

Badge Discount

Houston Powder Coaters recognizes and proudly supports our military (active and retired), law enforcement, fire fighters, and first responders. HPC values the commitment and sacrifices these individuals have made to serve our country and local communities. In appreciation of their duty, Houston Powder Coaters offers a 10% discount on any retail order for all military personnel (active duty, veteran, reserve, national guard), police officers, firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and first responders. Thank you for your service.

Community Relations

At Houston Powder Coaters, we are also focused on the growth and well-being of the communities that make up this great city of ours. We take our social responsibility seriously and look to improve our giving year after year.

Supporting Youth Projects

Boy Scouts / Girl Scouts / 4-H of Texas / Educational Projects (Elementary to High Schools as well as Local Universities)

To assist young Houstonians achieve greatness in their academic and philanthropic endeavors, Houston Powder Coaters will select several projects every quarter that will be completed at either no-cost or heavily discounted. To be considered, please have the young Houstonian or parent reach out to us via phone or email with details of the project.

Additionally, if a youth group or class would like a tour of our facility or needs additional information about powder coating, please send a request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Note that adult representation and supervision is required.