Supersheen Services
Derusting & Descaling
High Quality
Metal Derusting and Descaling
As expert metal finishers in Birmingham and the UK, we have plenty of knowledge when it comes to creating high quality finished parts. Having over fifty years of experience enables us to provide high quality metal derusting and descaling services with a fast turn around.
We work with a range of different industries and as such have established a fantastic reputation for metal finishing. Some of the industries we work with include:
- Automotive
- Architectural
- Aerospace
- Motorsport
- Manufacturing
- White goods
- Architectural
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Derusting and Descaling Services At Supersheen
Derusting and descaling are types of metal finishing services used to improve the overall appearance and functionality of a part. When components have been left exposed to water or damp (such as being left outside) they have simply aged, rust can quickly take over the part. Rust decreases the overall lifespan of a component and also can make the parts unsuitable for use due to not being safe. With this in mind, it’s important that any signs of rust or corrosion are quickly addressed – this is especially important if you have left your parts exposed to moisture in a warehouse and intend to use them in the near future.
Descaling focuses on removing other unwanted surface deposits alongside rust in order to provide a smooth surface finish. Both derusting and descaling are also sometimes used as a pre-finishing process in which they help to prepare a component’s surface ahead of the final finishing process (such as powder coating).
Use Derusting and Descaling in Many Industries
Derusting and descaling services are used to improve the surface finish and enhance the life span of parts. Additionally, they are heavily relied upon to prepare a surface ahead of the finishing process. With this in mind, the service is used across a wealth of industries including:
Automotive | Aviation | Electronics | Presswork companies
Metals Suitable for Derusting and Descaling Services:
Some of the common metals that can undergo derusting and descaling are:
Steel | Copper | Aluminium
Many businesses will rely on the surface preparation process to create a smooth finish on their components both quickly and efficiently. Some components which undergo this process often include:
- Presswork
- Screw products
- Bolts
- Nuts
- Rivets
Is Derusting and Descaling Right for You?
Derusting and descaling is an ideal for pre-finishing service for small to medium-sized metal components. Here at Supersheen, we can treat parts requiring oxide or stain removal that are up to 2 metres long.
Derusting & Descaling
The Benefits
- Improves overall surface finish – both derusting and descaling can create a smooth and attractive surface finish for the component
- Enhance paint adhesion – whether the parts are being powder coated or e-coated, by creating a smooth surface finish for the parts, the paint can adhere to the surface much easier, helping to achieve a more uniform coverage that can last for years
- Improve lifespan of metal parts – rust is something that can quickly spread across a component. As the rust increases, it weakens the component’s strength and durability. By removing the rust, you can ensure that you have optimised the lifespan of the part
Is Derusting & Descaling Right For You?
Derusting and descaling is an ideal for pre-finishing service for small to medium-sized metal components. Here at Supersheen, we can treat parts requiring oxide or stain removal that are up to 2 metres long.
Many businesses will rely on the surface preparation process to create a smooth finish on their components both quickly and efficiently. Some components which undergo this process often include:
- Presswork
- Screw products
- Bolts
- Nuts
- Rivets
What is derusting?
Derusting is a type of surface preparation process used in the manufacturing and finishing of metal parts. Derusting involves using the vibratory machines at Supersheen to remove the rust from parts. This can help to increase the lifespan of a component and improve the overall paint finish the component is due to have.
What is descaling?
Descaling is another type of finishing process involving the removal of heat treatment oxides and scale removal from metal parts. Supersheen utilises vibratory and barrel finishing technique to create a sleek surface finish. Descaling can remove many contaminants including:
Limescale | Calcium | Rust | Water Scale Buildup
Do you use chemicals?
Descaling and derusting has various methods depending on the company that is delivering the service. However, here at Supersheen we remove the rust using vibratory methods and with the absence of any strong mineral acids. We usually use some form of media along with a mild acidic compound which breaks down the rust.