Electrocoating, commonly called E-coat, is a finishing process widely used in automotive and industrial applications for its ability to deliver complete, uniform coverage. E-coat involves immersing parts in a water-based paint bath and applying an electrical current, which causes the coating to be deposited evenly across every exposed surface. This process ensures thorough protection, even on complex geometries, edges, and interior cavities. After curing in an oven, the result is a smooth, corrosion-resistant finish that serves both as a high-performance standalone coating and as a primer for additional topcoats.
Benefits of Electrocoating
- Provides exceptional corrosion and chemical resistance.
- Ensures consistent coverage across recessed areas and sharp edges.
- Produces thin, uniform films with excellent adhesion and durability.
- Environmentally responsible water-based process with low VOCs.
- Compatible with a wide range of topcoats, including powder coating, for maximum protection.
- Reduces paint waste due to highly efficient material utilization.
Acme operates a state-of-the-art E-coat line at its Benton Harbor, MI, subsidiary, Freedom Finishing. Our square transfer E-coat line is designed to coat high volumes of parts for automotive OEMs and their suppliers. The line has a window size of 96"L x 45"D x 30"W and can accomodate parts weighing up to 950 lbs. With in-house tooling and custom rack-building capabilities, Acme helps customers achieve superior coating performance and cost efficiencies. Acme is proud to now offer E-coating alongside our established powder coating services, providing customers with multiple high-performance finishing options tailored to their specific applications.
Acme is proud to provide E-coating to the world's most trusted automotive brands.
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