In our previous post, we introduced the basics of galvanizing and the importance of considering it in the design phase. Now, let’s delve deeper into the specific design considerations that are crucial for producing high-quality galvanized steel products.

Key Design Considerations

To ensure consistently good results, certain design features must be incorporated during the design and fabrication stages. Discussing these features with your galvanizer can help you achieve high-quality galvanized products, minimise costs, and expedite delivery.

Venting and Draining:

Venting and draining are crucial aspects of design for galvanizing. Molten zinc and all processing solutions need to enter and drain from the fabrications safely and without difficulty. This might require additional holes or cut-outs for venting and draining, ensuring complete coverage and quality of the coating.

Sizing and Fit:

Steel items must fit into the preparation tanks and galvanizing bath. This isn’t just about physical dimensions; it can also involve considering progressive (double-end) dipping techniques, which usually adhere to permissible road transport dimensions. In Australia, the size of galvanizing baths are listed for every GAA member on our website, ensuring you have this necessary information for your designs.

Collaboration:

Close collaboration between the design engineer, materials engineer, specifier, fabricator, and galvanizer is essential. This teamwork ensures that the essential requirements are met, resulting in high-quality galvanized products.

Incorporating these key design considerations will help you produce superior galvanized steel products. Proper venting and draining, ensuring appropriate sizing, and maintaining close collaboration with all stakeholders are essential steps in this process. Our next post will cover the materials suitable for galvanizing and the advantages of modular design.