Skirts for Chrome Plating
In the demanding environment of hard chrome plating, protecting your tank liners from the aggressive chemical nature of chrome solutions is crucial. As these solutions evaporate, the concentration of chrome increases, leading to highly corrosive conditions, particularly at the upper and lower solution levels of the tank. Without proper protection, these conditions can rapidly degrade traditional PVC liners, leading to increased maintenance and operational costs.
Skirts for chrome plating tanks are designed to address this issue by adding an extra protective layer to your tank liner. By shielding the upper and lower levels of the liner where chrome condensate typically accumulates, skirts help extend the service life of the liner, resulting in lower overall operating costs.
When selecting a skirt for chrome plating, consider the following factors to ensure the best protection for your tank liner:
- Material Selection: Choose between a PVC skirt, which acts as a sacrificial layer, or an LFP CrossFilm™ skirt, which is chemically inert and offers superior, long-lasting protection.
- Application Area: The skirt should cover both the upper and lower solution levels of the tank where chrome condensate is most aggressive.
- Compatibility with Existing Liners: Ensure that the skirt material is compatible with your current tank liner to maximize the protective benefits.
Key Features of Chrome Plating Skirts
Chrome plating skirts are engineered to provide robust protection for your tank liners, ensuring durability and longevity in harsh chrome plating environments. Here’s what sets our skirts apart:
Enhanced Protection
- Secondary Layer of Defense: Skirts provide an additional layer of material that shields the main liner from chemical exposure, particularly from the corrosive chrome condensate that forms at the upper and lower solution levels.
- Chemical Resistance: LFP CrossFilm™ skirts are chemically inert, meaning they won’t degrade over time like traditional PVC skirts. This ensures that your PVC liner remains protected throughout its service life.
Extended Service Life
- Durability: By protecting the most vulnerable areas of the liner, skirts significantly extend the service life of your tank liner. This translates to fewer liner replacements, reduced downtime, and lower operating costs.
- Sacrificial vs. Inert Materials: While a PVC skirt will eventually degrade, an LFP CrossFilm™ skirt will not, providing continuous protection and ensuring that your tank liner delivers its full service life.
Seamless Integration
Compatibility with Koroseal PVC Liners: When paired with Koroseal PVC liners, LFP CrossFilm™ skirts create the longest-lasting drop-in liner solution for hard chrome plating applications, offering unmatched durability and protection.
Best Practices for Installing Chrome Plating Skirts
To maximize the effectiveness of your chrome plating skirts, consider the following best practices:
Proper Installation:
Ensure that the skirt is securely attached and covers the critical areas where chrome condensate forms. Proper installation will help prevent any exposure of the main liner to the corrosive environment.
Regular Inspections:
Periodically inspect the skirt for signs of wear or degradation, particularly if using a PVC skirt, to ensure ongoing protection.
Material Selection:
For the best long-term protection, opt for LFP CrossFilm™ skirts, which offer superior chemical resistance and do not degrade over time.
Benefits of Using Skirts in Chrome Plating
The use of skirts in chrome plating tanks offers several key benefits that contribute to the overall efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your plating operations:
Prolonged Liner Life:
By shielding the liner from the corrosive effects of chrome condensate, skirts help extend the life of your tank liner, reducing the frequency of replacements and associated downtime.
Cost Savings:
With extended liner life comes reduced operational costs, as fewer liner replacements mean less labor, fewer materials, and minimized disruption to your operations.
Enhanced Protection:
LFP CrossFilm™ skirts provide superior protection compared to PVC skirts, ensuring that your liner remains intact and functional for as long as possible.