Since their discovery and subsequent introduction under the Teflon™ trademark, fluoropolymers have demonstrated a versatility unmatched by any other engineering material. With a unique combination of properties, non-stick industrial coatings have gained acceptance in a wide variety of markets.

Dixon Industries provide a comprehensive non-stick coating service, and have over 40 years’ experience applying high quality non-stick coatings.

Our highly skilled team also have extensive experience with the recoating of European and US style heater plates used in the polyethylene welding industry.

PLEASE NOTE: Dixon Industries specialises in industrial coatings – we do not provide a recoating service for domestic applications.

Non-stick coatings are essential to the performance of some welding machine components, so we had to develop expertise on how to apply coatings to those parts. As other industrial users became aware of our ability to apply non stick coatings, external sales began to grow.

The Company have been an internationally recognised applicator since 1984.

1. Non-stick

Very few solid substances will permanently adhere to a Teflon™ finish. Although tacky materials may show some adhesion, almost all substances release easily.

2. Low coefficient of friction

The coefficient of friction of Teflon™ is generally in the range of 0.05 to 0.20, depending on the load, sliding speed and particular coating used.

3. Non wetting

Since surfaces coated with Teflon™ are both oleophobic and hydrophobic, they are not readily wetted. Cleanup is easier and more thorough – in many cases, surfaces are self-cleaning.

4. Heat resistance

Teflon™ industrial coatings can operate continuously at temperatures up to 260°C/500°F and can be used for intermittent service up to 316°C/600°F with adequate ventilation.

5. Unique electrical properties

Over a wide range of frequencies, Teflon™ has high dielectric strength, low dissipation factor, and very high surface resistivity. By special techniques, it can even be made electroconductive enough to be used as an anti-static coating.

6. Cryogenic stability

Many Teflon™ industrial coatings withstand severe temperature extremes without loss of physical properties. Teflon™ industrial coatings may used at temperatures as low as -270°C/-454°F.

7. Chemical resistance

Teflon™ is normally unaffected by chemical environments. The only chemicals known to affect all Teflon™ industrial coatings are molten alkali metals and highly reactive fluorinating agents.