From the job shop to the robotic assembly floor, it is vital that a product be made well and correctly coated for protection, aesthetics and performance. So, industries like automotive, aerospace, and those utilizing plating, anodizing, powder coating or other coatings need accurate coating thickness measurement. This is particularly important when the coatings play a critical role in preventing the corrosion or wear of metal substrates.
Properly applied coatings, with thickness measured in mils (.001 inch) or microns (.001 mm), are also essential for paint/coatings contractors and companies that coat a wide range of building and functional surfaces, including pipes. In fact, accurate application and coating thickness measurement are crucial to avoid coating breaches leading to corrosion of the underlying substrate. This can help to prevent leaks and other safety issues in a wide range of industries.