Seminars

Galvan's commitment to our customer includes seminars to cover a variety of topics related to metal finishes and processes. Below are the descriptions for our current selection of seminars and the approximate amount of time each seminar takes. These presentations are performed on site. To make arrangements or to obtain additional information, submit your request or contact:

Zinc Coatings and Their Performance
Includes the film "Think About It". Reviews and compares zinc coating methods, this range of coating thickness, applicable ASTM specifications, end use applications and service life in various geographic locations; describes the performance of zinc coatings immersed in liquids; examines the behavior of dissimilar metals in contact; explains the extended life and cost effectiveness of painted galvanized steel; outlines procedures to successfully apply paint to galvanizing. The seminar deals with zinc plating, electrogalvanizing, metallizing , continuous galvanizing and hot dip galvanizing. (Approx. 1 hour)

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Value Engineering Considerations of Galvanized Coatings
Includes the film "Too Late for Wuppertal" (see film summary on the back of this card). Defines the meaning and purpose of value engineering; compares mechanics of metallic zinc coating systems with that of paints; describes the ability to measure the thickness of a zinc coating and predict its life for various atmospheres; provides case study comparison of the cost of galvanizing with that of paints, as applied to structural steel itemizes factors to be considered in coating cost comparisons; identifies situations in which galvanizing should be painted; outlines six-step procedure to establish steel protection cost. (Approx. 1 hour)

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Design Considerations for Galvanized Structures
Deals with topics relating to the design and erection of bolted and welded galvanized structures. These topics include steel selection, comparison for mechanical properties and fatigue resistance of members and welds, both before and after galvanizing, specifications and galvanized fasteners, use of galvanized bolts in bearing and friction connections, behavior of galvanized contacting surfaces in friction connection design of field welding connectins to maximize the integrity of welds on zinc coated steel, recommendations for touch-up of field welds. (Approx. 45 minutes)

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Detailing and Fabrication of Galvanized Products
Presents detailing and fabrication techniques to obtain the best possible results in a galvanized product. Topics include size and weight limitations, conditions requiring fabricated blast cleaning, recommended configuration for castings, preparing severely cold worked steel to be galvanized, recommended procedures to maintain straightness, details of connections, bases, stiffeners, design of threaded items, standards for detailing of hollow objects, procedures for tagging and marking. (Approx. 45 minutes)

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Inspection & Variations in Hot Dip Galvanized Surface Finish
Presents the variations that may occur in a galvanized surface, discusses causes and identifies conditions which are rejectable; discusses inspection tools, procedures. (Approx. 30 minutes)

The contents of any seminar can be adjusted to meet the specific needs of your organization. If you require any changes, please notify Galvan Industries in advance so the the presentation can be developed to meet them.

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Film Summaries -- Think About It
Describes the corrosion process, the relationship between metals in the galvanic series, and illustrates how one metal will sacrifice itself to save another from corrosion. Examines the failure of a paint coating; contrasts the performance of ordinary paint with zinc rich paint. Depicts zinc coating methods including metallizing, hot dip galvanizing, continuous sheet galvanizing, electroplating and sherardizing. Explains relationships between zinc thickness, environment and service life. Shows examples and benefits of galvanized products in service. (Produced by the Zinc Development Assoc.. and the Zinc Institute. Running time 22 min.)