Chemical storage brings its own set of headaches. Spillage, fumes, temperature swings and constant contact with corrosive substances all take their toll on metal surfaces over time. At DB Sheetmetals, we work with clients in the chemical sector who need more than a decent paint job. They need a finish that holds up under pressure, and that’s exactly what powder coating delivers.
Powder coating works differently to standard wet paint. Instead of a liquid, an electrostatically charged powder is applied to the metal and then cured under heat, fusing into a hard, even skin across the surface. That skin acts as a barrier between the chemicals being stored and the metal underneath it. Where wet paint can chip, peel or thin unevenly, a properly applied powder coat stays consistent across every edge and corner, including the awkward ones that are easy to miss with a spray gun.
This matters most in chemical storage because inconsistency is where failure starts. A single thin patch on a tank or cabinet gives corrosion somewhere to take hold, and once it starts, it spreads. Our fully automated Gema paint line applies powder with a level of control that manual spraying simply cannot match, so coverage stays even from batch to batch.
There’s also the practical side. Powder coated chemical storage systems are easier to clean and resist staining far better than a wet paint finish, keeping their appearance intact for years rather than months. For sites where safety inspections are routine, a finish that’s visibly intact tells its own story.
We’ve built this expertise over three decades of working alongside businesses that can’t afford to get the finish wrong. Whether you’re specifying a new storage unit or refinishing existing equipment, DB Sheetmetals can talk you through what powder coating can do for your application.
Ready to discuss your chemical storage requirements? Call the DB Sheetmetals team on 01440 706218 or email info@dbsheetmetals.co.uk and we’ll talk you through the options.