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Recreational Finishing Solutions

Whether it’s off-road, off-grid, or in the backyard, corrosion protection keeps recreational equipment reliable — and fun — longer.

Common use cases
  • Threaded Fasteners
  • Stampings
  • Nuts
  • Bolts
  • Screws
  • Miscellaneous Hardware
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
  • Appearance
  • Longevity/Corrosion Resistance
  • UV Stability
  • Bimetallic Corrosion Prevention
Solutions & Capabilities
Specifications
  • Corrosion Performance Based

In an industry as diverse as recreational equipment–which can encompass manufactured parts ranging from off-road vehicles to motorcycles to hunting gear to playground equipment — corrosion prevention is key to both product longevity and user safety. RIE’s varied metal finishing solutions, ranging from our zinc rich coatings to specialty powder coating to anodizing, offer manufacturers peace of mind as they design products for long-term consumer use and enjoyment.

Recreational vehicles and equipment confront various challenging outdoor conditions, like water and dirt. Their components must withstand ongoing wear caused during operation while maintaining a smooth appearance. At RIE Coatings, we can perform recreational equipment coatings for prolonged performance. 

From snowmobiles and UTVs to motorcycles and lawn care, we work with many suppliers and manufacturers in the industry to provide state-of-the-art coatings for their parts — keeping the fun going, with optimal performance and minimal downtime.

The Value of High-Performance Recreational Coatings

Recreation is a diverse industry, ranging from off-road vehicles and motorcycles to hunting gear and playground equipment. Effective coatings protect these products, providing the following benefits:

  • Appearance: A coating creates a smooth, uniform finish on parts. Consumers appreciate this added attention to detail, which makes the products more appealing. 
  • Longevity: Buyers expect the equipment they purchase to last. Adding a protective layer helps prevent rust and environmental degradation for a longer service life with less maintenance. 
  • UV stability: Over time, parts may fade or degrade due to ultraviolet light. Coatings stop sunlight from reaching the material, preventing it from breaking down. 
  • Bimetallic corrosion prevention: Two metals in contact with one another corrode in the presence of an electrolyte. Coatings ensure connections between metals remain strong over time. 

Recreational Equipment Finishing Services We Offer

Whether your equipment will operate off-road, off-the-grid, or in someone’s backyard, we provide coating solutions to keep components reliable, providing more opportunities for fun.

Metal-Finishing Solutions

Our metal-finishing solutions include:

  • Zinc-rich coating: This primer or base layer corrodes in place of the underlying metal to protect against moisture or contaminants. It works well for parts exposed to water, mud or other debris.
  • Specialty powders: We stock a vast selection of powders with specific properties, enabling us to choose the right one for your particular application. 
  • Anodizing: This process thickens and hardens the oxide layer on aluminum parts to increase wear resistance. It is a lightweight and durable solution that works well for everything from coatings for recreational vehicle parts to other sporting goods. 

Here are some of the specialty powders we use for recreational parts applications:

  • Magni 501
  • Magni 565
  • Magni 575
  • Dörken Delta-Protekt
  • Dörken Delta-Seal
  • Electroless Nickel.

We can coat threaded fasteners, stampings, nuts, bolts, screws and other miscellaneous hardware. Our team works with carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, bronze and plastics.

Serving an Array of Industry Applications

The recreational industry is broad, but we can cater to various applications within it, including:
  • Golf carts
  • Utility vehicles
  • All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
  • Snowmobiles
  • Motorcycles
  • Trailer components
  • Fishing boats
  • Lawn mowers
  • Landscaping equipment
  • Personal watercraft
  • Fitness equipment
  • Playgrounds
We have coated parts for numerous manufacturers within this industry, including TrueTemper, Club Car, Polaris, Hendrickson Trailer, SeaDoo, Arctic Cat, Skeeter, Lund and Harley-Davidson.

Our Technical Expertise and Rapid Support

We stand out in the coatings industry for our technical problem-solving expertise. Recreational equipment and components are a broad field with varying requirements, depending on their final use case. Whether you need corrosion coatings for playground parts or recreational vehicles, our engineers partner with you to understand your needs and tackle the most complex coating challenges. 

RIE Coatings is ISO 9001:2015 certified, demonstrating our commitment to effective quality management systems. You can trust that each part we coat will offer the needed performance. Besides bringing technical expertise, we deliver responsive service. Our team will reach out within hours of your initial contact to learn more about your requirements. We’ll provide a quote within 24 hours based on what we learn. 

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