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ACO Funki Material Solution

We emphasize the relevant and optimal selection of materials for every project. Due to our many years of experience in the harsh environments that equipment and feeding systems are often exposed to, we are able to offer highly durable yet competitive solutions.

The table below shows the materials and surface treatments that we usually use.

Hot dip galvanization

Hot dip galvanization is a zinc-based surface treatment. Hot dip galvanization provides good protection against corrosion in most environments and thus a long life. Hot dip galvanization offers high resistance to mechanical wear, while zinc provides cathodic protection against corrosion.

Galvanisation methods and standards are carried out by DS/EN 1461 ISO 2009 (available on request - please get in touch with us).

Powder coating

We offer selected equipment and equipment with a powder-coated finish for use in places where it is appropriate for reasons of animal welfare and working functionality.

MaterialsDescriptionProperties and use
Stainless steelWST no. 1.4301 (A304)
WST nr. 1.4509
For example, water pipes. Corrosion resistant. Smooth. A particularly easy-to-clean surface.
Withstands normal mains water with a chloride content of up to 75 PPM. For values higher than this,
details regarding the water quality should be given for a special offer, possibly based on the alternative choice of material.
For example, U-profiles and troughs. A particularly easy-to-clean surface.
Iron - steelSteel 37-2For example, pipes, square profiles, sheet, flat iron, angle iron and round iron etc.
Cast ironGGG40.
Spheroidal graphite
For cast iron slats. May be subject to galvanic corrosion.
An intermediate coating of plastic is therefore always used between slats and foot brackets on equipment.
PVCSurface 100% new lead-free PVC.
Nuance differences may occur
For example, panels, U-profiles and floor profiles for CLEAN-O-FLEX® and covering (2-climate). Fittings and
pipes. PVC is an extremely strong material that withstands repeated heavy exposure without impaired durability.
LDPELow Density Polyethylene black
plate 10 and 12 mm
For example, plastic plates and in INN-O-FLEX® equipment.
LDPE is impact-resistant with a high resistance to many solvents.
EPPExpanded polypropylene is an
engineered plastic foam material,
suitable for items with wall
thickness more than 5 mm.
For example, creep boxes (INN-O-CORNER). EPP provides high impact-resistant and a smooth, easy-to-clean
surface that withstands washing with a high-pressure cleaner.
SurfaceDescriptionProperties and use
Hot dip
galvanization
Layer thickness 30-180 μm
depending on thickness of metal.
High thickness gives a thicker layer.
Standard DS/EN 1461 ISO 2009
For example, pipes, sheet and profiles. Corrosive attacks are prevented as long
as the surface is intact.
May be corroded by ammonia. Sharp edges may occur.
Slightly rough surface - not easy to clean.
Powder coatingCaking of polymere powder. Layer
thickness = approx. 80-100 μm
For selected equipment where appropriate for reasons of
animal welfare and working functionality.
Electro-
galvanisation
Sendzimir galvanisation. Layer
thickness = approx. 17 μm on hoop
steel. Approx. 10 μm on screws
and bolts.
For feed pipes. In particularly harsh environments or where an extra
durability is required, stainless steel feed tubes and corners are recommended.