Step 1: The Cleaning - Before any product can be properly powder coated, it must be cleaned thoroughly to remove any debris which might interfere with the overall process and cause flaking or cracking.  MPC uses a multi-stage cleaning process which first uses an alkaline cleaner heated up to 140 degrees.  From there, it's put through a rinse then treated with a multi-metal iron phosphate.  A second rinse follows and then a sealer is applied if required.  The fifth stage allows us to apply special sealants as required.

Step 2: Drying Off - The item now cleaned, is then placed in our dry off oven, which has a capacity of 450 degrees, to insure that no moisture remains following the cleaning.  The burner units are manufactured by Maxon Manufacturing company.

Step 3: Powder Paint Application - Your product is now ready to be powder coated and will be sent down the conveyor line to the spray guns.  Currently MPC uses two guns to apply the powder with six more guns being added in the future. The application system is manufactured by Wagner Powder systems and has a CyMod collection system.

Step 4: Curing - Once the product is fully coated with the fine powder, it is sent into the curing oven.  Here again the temperature is 450 degrees.  This gels the powder into a strong, flawless coat covering the entire surface.

Step 5: Cooling Down - Time spent in the curing oven will depend on the product coated and your choice of optional textures and additives.  From the oven it continues down the line to cool and be visually inspected by our highly trained staff for defects in the finish.  Only when we are certain it meets our exacting standards will we release the item for shipping.