FAQ & ANSWERS

What items can be powder coated?

Powder coating is suitable for a wide range of metal surfaces, including items made from aluminium, steel, stainless steel, and zinc-coated steel. Typically, any parts that can withstand oven curing temperatures of over 400 degrees can be effectively powder coated, ensuring a durable and high-quality finish.
Why should I powder coat instead of wet spray painting?

Powder coating is a high-quality finishing solution that provides robust protection for even the toughest machinery. It delivers a more durable finish than traditional wet spray painting, while still offering an attractive aesthetic appeal. This process forms an exceptionally resilient layer that shields your products from various types of damage, including corrosion, flaking, scratching, and colour fading due to sun exposure and extreme weather conditions. Beyond its durability, powder coating is also an environmentally friendly choice. Compared to wet spray painting, it is better for the planet and can significantly improve your production turnaround times.
How long does powder coating last?

Powder coating is an excellent choice for top-coating both interior and exterior metal surfaces. Customers often prefer it over other methods due to its exceptional longevity and durability. Powder coating can last up to 20 years, depending on the preparation, type of coating used, materials, and treatment process.
What sizes of products you can process?

Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped to process parts of all sizes and shapes, from the smallest components to large-scale projects. We feature two large ovens, including one with an impressive 12-meter length, enabling us to handle projects of any size with ease and precision. Currently we can handle projects up to 12m in length and 3m in width.
What are your minimum order sizes?

We can provide top coating services for both large and small items. However, due to the setup and management involved with each job, minimum costs apply on a per-colour basis. Contact us today to discuss your coating needs for smaller items.
What powder coating systems can you offer?

Arkote offers a range of advanced powder coating systems, utilising only the highest quality products and processes. Our commitment ensures that your expectations are met to the highest standards. Explore Arkote's coating systems today!
Do you provide abrasive blasting service?

Yes, our skilled blasting team operates a dedicated, enclosed, and dust-controlled blast chamber capable of handling a wide variety of shapes and sizes, accommodating items up to 10 meters in length and 3 meters in width with ease. While we can process larger items, they will require additional planning to ensure optimal results.
Do I need to make a booking to get my item powder coated?

To start with please request a quote online or email us at theteam@arkote.com.au. Once you accept the quote, we will coordinate transport to pick-up your goods. Please note: We exclusively serve commercial B2B customers and handle large production runs only, with the exception of 4WD and heavy transport parts.
What is your turnover time?

The turnover time depends on the steps required for chosen coating system on your item and the service priority you require. The length of time can take from 3 to 5 working days.
What are your transport capabilities?

Arkote offers comprehensive transport services using our own fleet of trucks, ensuring a seamless pick-up and delivery for your project. Contact us today to discuss your transport needs on (08) 8276 8811. Learn more.
What colour choices you have available?

There are a wide variety of standard colours available from leading powder manufacturers such as Interpon, Dulux and Oxytech powder coatings. Specialty colours, finishes, custom colour manufacturing and other powder manufacturers products are also available upon customer request. Explore colour cards.
What warranty systems can you offer?

We offer 5-10 year warranties on approved projects, providing peace of mind for builders and facility owners. We are approved applicators for: · Steelplex™ Ruby System · Steelplex™ Diamond 5 System · Steelplex™ Diamond 10 System · Metaplex™ System
Do you anodise aluminium?

We do not offer anodising or plotting services. Arkote can provide coating that is similar in appearance to anodised finishes.
Does Arkote provide wet spray painting services?

Arkote specialises exclusively in powder coating services and does not offer wet spray painting.