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This section provides an overview for masking compounds as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 16 masking compound manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked masking compound companies as of December, 2024: 1.ElectroplatingUSA, 2.Star Technology, Inc., 3.Essex Brownell.
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A masking compound is a product and action that is used to protect a surface from solvents and prevent scratches. Masking compound also means "to cover up" or "to wrap up."
The main products used for masking include masking tape, solid wax, and masking compound. These are important products used in the industrial and architectural fields. In recent years, however, masking tapes and masking paints have been attracting attention in the field of the arts as well, with products that offer great convenience in the creation of artwork.
This article will focus on masking compounds in particular.
Masking compounds are effective when applied as an anti-plating agent to areas where plating is not required. They can be applied by brushing or dipping. Dipping is a coating process in which the object to be painted is immersed in resin or chemicals to achieve the desired paint effect. This process is also known as impregnation.
Masking compounds include both organic solvents and water-based paints that dry at room temperature. Water-based paints are those that do not use organic solvents or significantly reduce their use by replacing them with water. Therefore, if they do not fall under the Regulations for the Prevention of Organic Solvent Poisoning, they are not subject to health examinations or other related obligations.
Room-temperature drying paints can be used for various applications. However, since solvents are primarily used, plating work cannot commence until the solvents have evaporated after application. Additionally, due to their flammability, the workspace must strictly adhere to fire safety measures.
Nevertheless, except for very small quantities, they can be used on objects of various sizes and shapes with special attention to fire safety.
As a result, room-temperature drying masking compounds are versatile masking materials.
Water-based paints are primarily used in the arts. They can be used for various purposes such as decorating windows and walls, embellishing events, creating designs on display windows, and preventing glassware from being scratched.
Using aircraft engines as an example, surface treatments applied to parts include cadmium plating, industrial chrome plating, nickel plating, silver plating, and lead/iridium plating.
When considering paint masking compounds in this context, issues related to peeling after plating must be taken into account. Apart from this concern, synthetic resin paints such as epoxy resin and urethane resin, which offer excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, and heat, can be considered. However, currently, lacquer is predominantly used as a masking compound for the majority of aircraft engines.
Lacquer is a highly volatile paint created by dissolving acrylic resin or nitrocellulose (nitrocellulose) in an organic solvent such as toluene. It can withstand room temperature and heat-based acidic solutions, as well as chrome plating solutions, for a relatively extended period. However, it is susceptible to alkaline solutions and becomes even more vulnerable when heated.
Masking with lacquer compounds should be carried out using a brush or roller, leaving the surface to be plated exposed. The application should be thick enough to prevent the formation of pinholes, and the coating should be air-dried for at least 30 minutes after the initial coat is applied. Once it is dry to the touch, apply a second coat and repeat the process.
After application, allow at least 2 hours for drying time. For removal after plating, immerse the object in a heated alkaline solution and, when the coating becomes buoyant, use compressed air to remove it.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Astro Alloys, Inc. is a thermal spray product supplier and powder distributor, established in 1980 and headquartered in Houston, Texas. Its thermal spray solutions enhance the performance of industrial components and surfaces by improving properties like wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and thermal insulation. The product range includes HVOF consoles and guns, plasma & arc spray equipment, Rokide equipment, cell installations, manipulation equipment & robotics, and many more. The company also maintains a large inventory of powders, wires, masking products, rods, and various spare parts, offering same-day shipping for in-stock orders and daily delivery to local customers.
National Alloy Solutions - NAS was established in Texas in 2014 as a supplier of thermal spray products. The company provides thermal spray systems and parts and also offers calibration services on thermal spray equipment along with supplying custom-engineered HVOF HAI thermal spray powders and cold spray powders. Auxiliary equipment such as dust collectors, chillers, and power feeders are also part of the product list with masking products and welding supplies for various industries, such as oil and gas, aerospace, automotive, and petrochemical.
Essex Brownell is a distributor of repair parts and shop test equipment in Fort Wayne, IN, and was founded in 1955. The company distributes magnetic wires, electronic insulations, connectivity cables, motor parts, and accessories such as pump seals, shaft grounding rings, capacitors, cooling towers, and gear motors. The products are used for driving, planting, harvesting, heating, and automotive applications. The establishment also features Nachi, KBC, AEMC, and US Seal products and has distribution centers in 11 states.
Praveen Paints, based in Chennai, India, has been a manufacturer of coating solutions since 2002. The product list of the company includes temporary protection coating, peelable coating, and masking compound for rust prevention, masking tools and components while electroplating, and temporary protection coating for sanitary and kitchenware and more. Stop Off lacquer, NC thinner, strippable coating, and temporary booth coatings are also supplied to hardware stores and retailers, and have industrial use for re-packing in various companies.
ARMA PLAST is a PVC derived product manufacturer founded in 1991 in Maharashtra, India. The company's catalogue includes various items, for example Valves, Hand Tools, Cycle Handles and Battery Terminals. After more than two decades of experience in the field, it has developed all kinds of PVC products including but not limited to Dip Moulded items, Caps, Grips and Sleeves. In addition, custom-built products are available when special requirements are needed. Regarding standards, the firm holds an ISO 9002 certificate.
Green Belting Industries Ltd., a division of Ammerall Beltech, a member of Ammega Group, founded in 1966 in Canada, is a manufacturer of specialty products, fabric, tapes, and belts. The company is a group of 4 manufacturing companies of heat resistant fabrics of glass, aramid, polyester, filter media and woven wire. These technically advanced materials are enhanced with polymer coatings (PTFE), to create non-adhering performance materials that resist extreme temperatures, severe chemical and biological environments, and physical stress. Now it is manufacturing its technically engineered products in four locations to serve and service customers worldwide.
Furuto Industrial Co.,Ltd. established in 1940, in Asahi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of adhesive tapes and compounds. The company's product range includes Packing Tape, Safety Indication Tape, Cloth Tape, Masking Tape, and Compound. These products are used for packaging, safety marking, binding, masking, and industrial applications. Industries such as packaging, safety management, construction, and manufacturing utilize these products. The company provides solutions such as product customization, bulk supplies, expert consultations, and tailored product development.
SHAILNICK CHEMICALS is a manufacturer and supplier of specialty chemicals, based in India since 1993. The company offers bonding and filling agents that are used for repairing cracks, leaks, holes, or gaps in various components with masking and cold welding compounds. Anti-corrosion paints and coatings, anti-oxidants, and anti-cementite compounds have numerous applications in preventing oxidation on metal surfaces, protecting against infiltration, and resisting corrosion. These products largely serve the automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, and metalworking industries.
Metz was founded in 1953 as a manufacturer and supplier of specialist building materials and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. It provides various industries with different materials like adhesives, grouts, and mortars for tile and coating systems, along with acid-resistant and highly flexible waterproof membranes to complement coatings and linings that are available in various forms like epoxies, vinyl esters, and others. The company provides chemical and corrosion resistance, flooring solutions, and slip and thermal resistance for applications in industrial and commercial kitchen flooring, food and beverage areas, aquatic tiles and lining systems, and more.
Metal Spray Supplies Australia (MSSA) is a manufacturer and supplier of metal and thermal spray coating equipment and consumables established in 1989 in Australia. The company deals in various types of sprays and systems like arc, flame, HVAF, and HVOF, along with laser, plasma spray, and spray weld equipment for thermal insulation, corrosion resistance, galvanizing alternatives, restoring dimensions, and surface enhancement. It also deals in consumables for welding, brazing, soldering, and metal and thermal sprays to benefit many industries such as agriculture, biomedical, manufacturing, power generation, and transport.
Electrical Insulation Suppliers, established in 2019 and headquartered in Wollongong, United States of America, is a supplier and distributor of electrical, electronic, and mechanical process materials. The company supplies adhesives, bearings, cleaning supplies, dispensing equipment, and electric motors and parts. It also offers hand and power tools, safety and personal protections, static controls, lighting, and wires. The products are used for apparatus repair, OEM motors, OEM transformers, and electronic assembly markets. It has passed ISO 13485:2016, ISO 14644-1:2015, and ISO 9001:2015 certifications in Rochester, Canton, Kennesaw, Tulsa, Monterrey, and Tempe.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ElectroplatingUSA |
17.2%
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| 2 | Star Technology, Inc. |
11.5%
|
| 3 | Essex Brownell |
10.3%
|
| 4 | Astro Alloys |
9.2%
|
| 5 | Flame Spray Technologies B.V. |
5.7%
|
| 6 | OC Oerlikon Management AG |
5.7%
|
| 7 | Praveen Paints |
5.7%
|
| 8 | SHAILNICK CHEMICALS P. LTD. |
5.7%
|
| 9 | Taconic International, Ltd. |
4.6%
|
| 10 | National Alloy Solutions LLC. |
4.6%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the masking compound page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
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5 | 35.7% |
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India
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3 | 21.4% |
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Australia
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2 | 14.3% |
|
Canada
|
1 | 7.1% |
|
Japan
|
1 | 7.1% |
Ireland
|
1 | 7.1% |
Netherlands
|
1 | 7.1% |
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There is no adhesive residue after 30 minutes at 180℃. Uses acrylic adhesive *Can also be used for heat resistance of 200℃ depending on conditions.
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■ Main use and achievements Electrical plating masking such as chrome plating ■ Characteristics ・ One liquid type ・ Polarity temperature 60 ° C ...
