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Complete replacement for iron phosphating – sustainable, efficient and multi-metal
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Lower costs & improved performance – save on energy, water, maintenance and chemicals
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Eco-friendly & safe – fully aligned with European Green Deal objectives
With Starter MM & MM31®, AD Chemicals introduces an innovative alternative to conventional iron phosphating. This two-step process combines powerful cleaning with a durable conversion layer, creating the perfect substrate for subsequent coating.
Starter MM – Powerful cleaning and preparation
- Effectively removes oxides, weld scale and light mill scale
- Operates at low temperatures (20–35 °C), pH-neutral
- Saves energy and water thanks to optimized process design
- Multi-metal: suitable for aluminium, galvanized steel and steel
- Provides an ideal surface for the application of MM31®
MM31® – Innovative water-based conversion coating
- Complete replacement for iron phosphating
- Degreases and applies a conversion and passivation layer in a single step
- Free from hazard symbols, safe and environmentally friendly
- Enhances adhesion of powder and liquid coatings, ensures excellent corrosion protection
- Protects steel from flash rust, zinc from white rust and aluminium from corrosion
- Complies with international standards: FROSIO, NACE, GSB, Qualicoat, Qualisteelcoat
Your advantages over iron phosphating
- Lower process costs: reduced energy, maintenance, wastewater and chemical consumption
- Sustainable choice: aligned with European Green Deal objectives
- Easy implementation: minimal investment required for transition
- Superior performance: improved adhesion and corrosion resistance compared to traditional processes
Take the next step in sustainable metal pretreatment – schedule a free trial with Starter MM & MM31® today!
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General Steel
AD Chemicals has designed a complete product range of chemicals for the iron phosphating process as well as innovative alternatives.
Phosphate 06H
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PreCoat CPF
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