A lot goes into the process of manufacturing bin bolts. Each part of the process is vital to ensuring the longevity, strength, and integrity of the bolts so we can guarantee a secure connection of your products. The correct and precise design, calculations, materials, and size are integral—but the coating option used is also just as important to the bolts you use and the product you use them for.

Choosing the wrong protection option can cause you problems down the road if it doesn’t effectively protect your bolts from harsh environmental elements. Of course, your bins will be placed outdoors, which means they will be subjected to heat, cold, rain, and snow—all of these conditions can damage your bolts. But with the right coating, your bolts can stand against the elements for a longer period of time, which helps ensure the integrity of your bins.

Here’s what you need to know about the different bin bolt protection options.

Zinc Coating

Zinc coating, also known as electroplating, is applied to bolts with a current of electricity. The clean, steel bolts are immersed in a zinc salt solution and then the electric current is applied. This type of coating is thinner, which makes it more cost effective and more aesthetically appealing. Because it’s thinner, however, it’s not always appropriate for bolts that will face extreme weather conditions outdoors.

Dacromet Coating

Dacromet is reliable for corrosion protection, chemical resistance, and mechanical damage resistance. It’s a thin dry film that is water-based and not electrolytic. It’s self-repairing, boasts galvanic action and passivation, and the overlapping aluminum and zinc flakes provide great barrier protection. It has a metallic silver appearance and is paintable. It’s suitable for high-temperature applications

JS500 Coating

JS500 is economical and effective at protecting against corrosion without negatively affecting the dimensions of your application. It is electrolytic zinc that has a .0003 inch minimum thickness that is leached in the JS Solution. It is sufficiently thick to cover the steel blemishes that form corrosion sites in order to better protect the steel of your bolts.

JS Plus Coating

JS Plus can significantly increase the lifespan of your plating. In fact, it’s been proven to last up to 1,500 hours during a salt spray test. It’s cost-effective and superior to the other plating options you have to choose from.

When you get your bin bolts manufactured, discuss the different protection options that will work best for your application. Your manufacturer can work with you to help you choose a custom option that will be ideal for your particular bin bolts, depending on your unique needs. Your bolts need to be protected and using the right protection method is vital for the integrity of your bins.