Our Process

Engineering Excellence: As Simple As ABC

Our comprehensive coating solutions combine precision manufacturing with rigorous quality control protocols.

Precision Application

Multi-bar simultaneous coating system ensures uniform coverage and consistent thickness across all surfaces.

  • Eight-bar concurrent processing
  • Thermal optimization controls
  • Automated thickness monitoring

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive testing protocols verify compliance with CRSI certification standards and ASTM specifications.

  • CRSI plant certification
  • ASTM standard compliance
  • State DOT approvals

Environmental Resilience

Engineered to withstand extreme environmental conditions including chloride exposure and freeze-thaw cycles.

  • Salt and de-icer resistance
  • Marine environment rated
  • Multi-decade service life

Protective Coating Process

Surface Preparation

Steel cleaning and preparation for optimal adhesion

Epoxy Application

Thermosetting polymer coating applied uniformly

Curing & Bonding

Molecular bond formation through controlled heating

Quality Inspection

Comprehensive testing and certification

Protective Technology

Advanced Epoxy Coating Systems

Epoxy-coated reinforcing steel represents a sophisticated solution to one of construction’s most persistent challenges: corrosion. Our proprietary coating process applies a thermosetting polymer barrier that forms a molecular bond with the steel substrate, creating an impermeable shield against environmental degradation.

In environments exposed to de-icing salts, marine atmospheres, or chemical contaminants, unprotected rebar undergoes electrochemical corrosion that compromises structural integrity. Our epoxy coating system interrupts this process at the molecular level, extending service life by decades.

✓ Molecular Adhesion

✓ Flexible Durability

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Coating Process

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Manufacturing Excellence

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Quality Assurance

Our commitment to quality and precision

Foundation Technology

Understanding Reinforcing Steel

Reinforcing steel, commonly known as rebar, serves as the structural backbone of concrete construction. While concrete excels under compressive forces, it exhibits poor tensile strength. Rebar addresses this critical limitation by providing the tensile reinforcement necessary for structural integrity.

This synergistic relationship between concrete and steel creates a composite material that withstands both compression and tension, enabling the construction of bridges, high-rise buildings, highways, and critical infrastructure that define modern civilization.

Tensile Strength

Provides critical resistance to pulling forces

Load Distribution

Evenly distributes structural loads

Structural Support

Maintains concrete integrity

Flexibility

Adapts to various applications

Industry Stewardship

ABC Coating is a proud member of the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) and the Epoxy Interest Group (EIG), helping to shape our industry.

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute
Epoxy Interest Group

Partner With Industry Pioneers

Since establishing the world’s first stand-alone epoxy coating plant in 1979, we have set the standard for quality, innovation, and reliability in reinforcing steel protection.