“We offer high-velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) coating services to various industries and have discovered that once customers experience the benefits of HVOF, they become strong advocates for it,” says Brett Bennett, president, Coastal Hydraulics.

In the last few years, the growing concern for the environment has led to increased regulations in the industrial coating sector, replacing traditional coating formulations and methods. Hard chrome plating is a perfect example of such dynamics. For a long time, businesses across different sectors have relied on chrome due to its familiarity and relatively low cost. However, chrome plating produces large amounts of hydrogen gas and gas bubbles burst, emitting hexavalent chrome into the air as a fine mist. Hexavalent chromium is a known carcinogen. As a result, the EPA and OSHA have mandated more stringent stack emission levels and lowering of permissible exposure limits for workers.

Coastal Hydraulics, a hydraulic and pneumatic service provider, is a pioneer in identifying and replacing traditional hard chrome plating with HVOF. This innovative hard coating solution is known for high density, low porosity, and improved corrosion barrier and wear resistance.

This is crucial to improve performance, reduce machinery downtime, and save customers time and money without generating hazardous waste or by-products. Coastal Hydraulics specializes in HVOF coating, as well as troubleshooting, repairing, and remanufacturing the full range of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components.

An industry leader with extensive experience, Coastal Hydraulics understands how quality and on-time services contribute to client success.

Consequently, it ensures customers receive a comprehensive and efficient hydraulic repair experience by handling critical tasks in-house and without relying extensively on sub-contractors and other service providers.

“We consider ourselves to be brand-agnostic; we do not limit ourselves to specific manufacturers or sources. Instead, we deliver a wide range of products and solutions tailored to our customers’ needs and the demands of their industries,” says Bennett. “This enables us to ensure higher customer satisfaction.”

Coastal Hydraulics recognizes that when something goes wrong their customers are under extra pressure to return to service as soon as possible. To address this, the company offers extended work hours and is often able to speed the repair process by incorporating its HVOF coating application, helping the enterprise to build a strong network and reputation in the market

We offer high-velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) coating services to various industries and have discovered that once customers see the benefits of HVOF, they become strong advocates for it

In one instance, a contractor focused on federal reclamation projects faced relatively modest hydraulic fluid leaks from their concrete crusher due to harsh environmental conditions. Since it was a sensitive federal site, inspectors shut down work within a few hours. The contractor reached out to Coastal Hydraulics to investigate. After an onsite evaluation was completed, the equipment’s hydraulic cylinders were shipped from the mountains of New Mexico to Charleston for HVOF coating, then quickly returned to the customer who was back in service without any follow-on leaks or malfunctions.

A proactive approach to innovation and improvement enables Coastal Hydraulics to demonstrate its commitment to its customers as well as social responsibility. By investing in its expertise and resources, it maintains a competitive edge in the market and offers its customers more comprehensive and reliable services.