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AZZ Metal Coatings set to Exhibit at FABTECH Canada 2024
AZZ is pleased to exhibit for the first time at FABTECH Canada, taking place in Toronto from June 11-13.
Enhancing Structural Integrity of Architecture with Galvanized Steel
Paul Doherty, President and CEO of The Digit Group, comments on how the integration of galvanized steel enhances the structural integrity and sustainability of architectural designs.
AZZ Metal Coatings Wins Four Excellence Awards at the 2024 American Galvanizers Association Conference
The annual Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards recognizes the special skill and efforts of galvanizers as they complete projects that will remain durable, beautiful, and maintenance-free for generations to come.
AZZ Metal Coatings is Proud to Serve Western Canada
Rugged and often remote, the Western Provinces are no place for an inexperienced galvanizer. With many project challenges unique to our region, a dependable and local coatings partner is vitally important. Our proven background includes a long history and a solid track record of delivering quality coatings within Western Canada.
Project Spotlight: Navajo Lake Marina Expansion (AZZ Galvanizing – Chelsea)
Navajo Lake State Park, just a short 40 miles east of Farmington, New Mexico, is the ultimate playground for adventurers. With 150 miles of shoreline, New Mexico’s second largest lake is the perfect getaway for boating, sailing and fishing enthusiasts.
Project Spotlight: A Greenhouse in the Snow (AZZ Galvanizing – Denver)
At latitude 42.10° N and longitude 102.87° W sits the small community of Alliance, Nebraska, where winter temperatures can dip below -25°F with wind chill factors at times falling well below -50°F. The words dry, cold and formidable are an accurate description for winter in this part of the country. This is not the kind of place you expect to grow some of the best citrus fruits in the country, but that’s exactly what’s happening in Alliance.
Project Spotlight: “Friday Night Lights” in Crowley, TX (AZZ Galvanizing – Crowley)
Texas High School Football is a sensory experience—the sight of Friday Night Lights, the roar of excited fans, the taste of concession stand popcorn that somehow tastes better when it’s served in a paper bag… and maybe even a little better when it’s eaten in a brand new, modern stadium.
AZZ Precoat Metals Invests $110 Million in New Manufacturing Facility in Washington, MO, Creating Jobs and Boosting Economic Growth
In a significant development for the Washington, MO region, AZZ Precoat Metals is set to establish its first manufacturing facility in the area marking a monumental step forward for both the company and the community.
Project Spotlight: Lakeview Express (AZZ Galvanizing – Reno)
Ski resorts are a hub of winter sports and outdoor recreational activities, attracting thousands of visitors every year. To withstand the harsh winter conditions and ensure the safety and longevity of their infrastructure, ski resorts must invest in durable and corrosion-resistant solutions such as hot-dip galvanizing.
Battling Corrosion in the Southeast: The Power of Hot-Dip Galvanizing
The southeastern United States, with its picturesque coastal landscapes and vibrant industrial hubs, faces a unique challenge: corrosion. The region’s high humidity, frequent rainfall, and proximity to the ocean make it a prime breeding ground for rust and deterioration. However, there is a formidable solution that has proven its mettle time and time again – hot-dip galvanizing.
American Galvanizers Association Excellence Awards: Hippo Hopper Self Dumpsters (Original Equipment Manufacturing)
“AZZ Galvanizing – Houston West” helped an innovative waste solutions manufacturer expand its rugged and durable product line and took home another AGA Excellence Award for AZZ in the process.
American Galvanizers Association Excellence Awards: Pollinator Pavilion (Civic Contribution Award)
“AZZ – Kansas City” won the Civic Contribution award with “Pollinator Pavilion”. Designed and constructed by students at the University of Kansas School of Architecture, this project stands as an important component of a children’s museum, therefore protecting the steel from corrosion in reach of children was a major safety priority.
Protecting Metal Gratings: The Benefits of Hot Dip Galvanizing
Whether used in industrial settings, commercial buildings, or public infrastructure projects, metal gratings need to withstand a lot of wear and tear over time. Without proper protection, metal gratings can become corroded, weakened, and unsafe. That’s where hot dip galvanizing comes in.
American Galvanizers Association Excellence Awards: A Stadium Sized Galvanizing Decision (Lifetime Achievement Award)
AZZ – Denver won the American Galvanizers Association’s Lifetime Achievement award, which recognizes the longevity of hot-dip galvanized steel by honoring projects at least 15 years old.
Project Spotlight: Nashville BNA Monument
“AZZ Galvanizing – Nashville” played a vital role in the construction of a monument built to welcome thousands of daily visitors to the Music City.
Sustainable Qualities of Hot-Dip Galvanizing
Exploring the Durable and Eco-Friendly Benefits of Hot-Dip Galvanizing for Long-Lasting Infrastructure.
AZZ participates in NYSE’s Global Giving Campaign
As part of its Global Giving Campaign, the NYSE asked listed companies to share their efforts to help those in need and raise awareness for the many important organizations supported by the NYSE Community.
AZZ Heads to Atlanta to Showcase Coatings Capabilities at FABTECH 2022
FABTECH returns to the Georgia World Congress Center, November 8-10, 2022 and provides a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, discover innovative solutions, and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits. There is no better opportunity to network, share knowledge and explore the latest technology, all in one place.
Design Considerations for Hot-Dip Galvanizing: Threaded Assemblies
Best design practice for corrosion protection suggests to avoid dissimilar metals in contact whenever possible. Zinc, used to coat hot-dip galvanized fasteners, sacrifices itself to protect nearly every other metal, diminishing its longevity. Therefore, to enhance corrosion protection, hot-dip galvanized fasteners are recommended for galvanized structural assemblies.
AZZ Metal Coatings Set to Exhibit at Fastener Expo 2022
The International Fastener Expo (IFE) is the largest B2B expo for fasteners, tooling, and machinery in North America. Since 1981, the event has brought together the manufacturers and master distributors of fasteners, precision formed parts, fastener machinery & tooling and other related products and services with distributors and sales agents in the distribution chain.
American Galvanizers Association Excellence Awards: Topeka Children’s Discovery Center (Civic Contribution Category)
“AZZ Galvanizing – Kansas City” provided the perfect solution to safeguard an innovative canopy structure at a nonprofit children’s museum in Topeka, Kansas.
American Galvanizers Association Excellence Awards: Schomp Automotive Group – “Hail No” (Original Equipment Manufacturing Category)
“AZZ Galvanizing – Denver” played a vital role in protecting the columns that support an innovative anti-hail netting system in use on Colorado’s Front Range.
American Galvanizers Association Excellence Awards: Protective Stadium – UAB Blazers (Recreation & Entertainment Category)
“AZZ Galvanizing – Crowley” provided corrosion protection for the centerpiece of Birmingham’s entertainment district – and earned a 2022 AGA Excellence Award in the process.
The Importance of AS9100 and NADCAP Certification
Imagine flying miles above the ground and traveling at speeds of upwards of 500 miles per hour. Now imagine the parts that have to sustain these types of conditions, from extreme heat to extreme cold to the harshest storms. For these exact reasons, there are standards in place to ensure these parts are suited to maintain integrity under these rigorous conditions.