The corrosive effect of rust is the age-old nemesis of metals, but it can be prevented. Zinc electroplating is a method of metal plating that stops rust and corrosion in its tracks.

The way zinc plating is done is by electronically depositing a layer of zinc on the surface of another metal which is prone to rust, where it serves as a barrier due to its ability to resist corrosion. It is most commonly applied to iron and steel, metals which are popular due to their strength but are susceptible to rusting.

Zinc electroplating is a popular method used across automobile and construction industries, and nearly a half of zinc produced globally is used for galvanization processes. 

Zinc plating is one of the most prevalent applications of electroplating. Its core purpose is to deliver a protective coating to metal accessories such as fasteners, bolts, nuts, and automotive parts. Zinc can keep the underlying iron and steel from corroding. It can also enhance the appearance of metal components by giving them a range of colors and brightness and an elegant shine. Therefore it won’t surprise you that there are multiple types of zinc plating used for varying degrees of zinc coating.