TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Unique characteristics and advantages of ZINGA

ZINGA® is a durable, high-zinc coating that provides both cathodic and barrier protection. It applies easily, dries quickly, is heat-resistant, fire-retardant, and safe for potable water, with long-lasting performance and reloading options.

An overview of ZINGA's film galvanising system

Every year corrosion is costing billions to the industry. This corrosion doesn’t merely make the assets appear neglected, more importantly it causes structural instability and consequently poses a serious safety hazard. It also causes severe disruption of the production process and thus profitability. ZINGA. differentiates from other anti-corrosion methods in combining both Passive and Active protection in an easily applied film galvanising system that not only delivers active cathodic protection but also provides a passive physical shield.

Tips for optimal use of ZINGA sprays

ZINGALUSPRAY, ZINGASPRAY, and ALUSPRAY offer advanced solutions for galvanization and coating, delivering high zinc content for galvanic cathodic protection, quick drying, and UV resistance. For optimal results, ensure the surface is clean and dry before application, maintain a spray distance of about 30 cm, apply in short bursts for even coverage, and allow sufficient drying time between coats.

How to apply ZINGA

ZINGA products are applied to protect metal surfaces with a focus on thorough preparation, including cleaning, roughening, and de-dusting. Proper mixing, application techniques, and coating systems ensure durability and long-lasting performance.

Dipping ZINGA

For some applications, it can be beneficial to dip steel structures in a bath of ZINGA. This includes structures that are very small (bolts, nuts, fittings), structures with small openings (pipes, grids, hollow beams) and other difficult to coat steel structures (ornamentals, rebars, frames, chains). Dipping ZINGA can be a very cost-efficient system with minimal waste and environmental impact, but it is vital that all factors of the dipping process are carefully assessed to ensure good application and consequently good galvanic protection of the ZINGA layer.

Welding with ZINGA

The welding of steel coated with ZINGA (max. 60 μm DFT) is possible without excessive zinc fumes because the heat of the approaching weld bead burns off the organic binder well below the melting point of zinc. The remaining zinc dust is removed from the weld zone by convection leaving the weld-area free from contamination.

ZINGA on Pipelines

Unprotected pipelines, whether buried in the ground, exposed to the atmosphere,or submerged in water, are susceptible to corrosion. Without proper maintenance, every pipeline system will deteriorate eventually. Corrosion will weaken the structural integrity of a pipeline and make it an unsafe vehicle for transporting potentially hazardous materials. However, technology exists to extend pipeline structural life indefinitely if applied correctly and maintained consistently.

ZINGA on infrastructure

Many infrastructure facilities are deteriorating and literally crumbling. One major cause is inattention to corrosion control as part of an overall maintenance program. Corrosion damage is not always visible to the public, but nevertheless can lead to structural failure, loss of life, loss of capital investment, and environmental damage. The responsibility for preserving and maintaining these aging facilities, some of which are in a state of accelerating decay, rests with both the private and public sectors.

ZINGA on Rebars

In the second half of the 20th century, the construction and building sector was characterised by a concretecraze that assumed vast proportions in all continents. At the same time the technique of reinforcing the concrete with steel bars or rebars was developed. In the beginning people did not realise that these steel bars would cause such major problems after only a short period of time. Due to the formation of rust, the steel bars began to expand and the concrete began to crack, which led to gigantic safety problems.

ZINGA on tanks, containers & silos

Containers, tanks and silos are used around the world to store a wide array of materials. The containers protect the stored materials from the environment, but the containers should also be protected from the effects of the mostly harsh weather conditions they are in. Leaking storage tanks, whether above or below ground, can pollute the environment, threaten public health, and lead to billions of dollars in direct and indirect costs.

ZINGA on ships and marine structures

Year after year the cost of marine corrosion has increased with an estimation today of 4% of the Gross National Product. Many different types of destruction can attack structures, ships and other equipment used in sea water service. The term ‘aqueous corrosion’ describes the majority of the most troublesome problems encountered in contact with sea water, but atmospheric corrosion of metals exposed on or near coastlines, and hot salt corrosion in engines operating at sea or taking in salt-laden air are equally problematical and like aqueous corrosion require a systematic approach to eliminate or manage them.

ZINGA on off-shore, oil & gas assets

Zingametall provides advanced galvanizing systems tailored for extreme offshore environments. Their solutions are widely used in the oil and gas industry for pipelines, drilling platforms, pier legs, and marine equipment. With a focus on durability and compliance with ISO 12944 standards, the company has supported projects in countries like Egypt, Thailand, Romania, Ireland, Togo, and Uruguay