What is BS EN 1395-4 - plasma spraying equipment inspection about?
Thermal spraying involves heating and then spraying a substance onto a prepared substrate as a spray of molten or semi-molten droplets.
EN 1395 is a European standard series that discusses the various aspect of thermal spraying. EN 1395 provides the acceptance inspection requirements for thermal spraying equipment.
BS EN 1395-4 is the fourth part of the EN 1395 series that specifies requirements for the acceptance inspection of thermal spraying equipment, in this case, plasma spraying, used in spray jobs to produce thermally sprayed coatings of reproducible quality.
Who is BS EN 1395-4 - plasma spraying equipment inspection for?
BS EN 1395-4 on plasma spraying equipment inspection is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers of thermal spraying equipment
- Product design engineers
- Quality control personnel
BS EN 1395-4 is also useful for buyers and users of plasma spraying equipment such as:
- The aerospace industry
- The automotive Industry
- The consumer appliances industry
- Manufacturers of industrial equipment and machines
- Manufacturers of other products that are thermally spray coated
Why should you use BS EN 1395-4 - plasma spraying equipment inspection?
Thermal spray coating improves, restores, and enhances the surface of a substrate whilst also adding to aesthetic appeal. Well-coated substrates stay protected from exposure and corrosion, leading to longevity of the product.
BS EN 1395-4 provides you with the requirements for the acceptance inspection of thermal plasma spraying equipment used to produce thermally sprayed coatings of reproducible quality. BS EN 1395-4 walks you through the principles and procedures of acceptance inspection for plasma spraying equipment. In addition, BS EN 1395-4 guides you with the designation as well as the inspection report (initial test and retest) for plasma spraying equipment.
The plasma spraying equipment inspection elaborated in BS EN 1395-4 focuses on health and safety, functionality, accuracy, stability, and reproducibility of results.
BS EN 1395-4 contributes towards a clearer understanding between the vendor and buyer of the thermal spraying equipment in terms of expectations and product performance. Using BS EN 1395-4 is a step towards providing your customers with high-quality finishes on products.
