Metal Finishing Systems

Metal finishing systems are used to improve the corrosion resistance of metal, increase its durability, and enhance its electrical conductivity.

Engineered Metal Finishing Systems for Industrial Applications

 
For more than fifty years, Burt Process Equipment has been a trusted supplier of engineered metal finishing systems for demanding industrial applications. From individual process components to fully integrated turnkey installations, our systems are designed to deliver performance, reliability, and long-term chemical resistance in harsh operating environments.

Engineered for Performance and Durability

Burt Process Equipment designs and manufactures metal finishing systems using advanced thermoforming and fusion-welded plastic fabrication techniques and carbon steel/stainless steel alloy weldments, combined with state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. Leveraging the latest computer-aided design (CAD) software and fabrication expertise, our engineering and production teams develop custom solutions tailored to your specific process requirements, footprint constraints, and production goals.

Our systems are designed for aggressive chemical environments, ensuring long service life, operational safety, and consistent process performance.
Our engineers design complete systems and supporting equipment to maximize process efficiency, coating consistency, operator safety, and uptime.

Comprehensive Metal Finishing Solutions

Burt Process Equipment offers a full range of metal finishing equipment and supporting infrastructure, including:

  • Modularized Electroplating Systems
  • Electroless Plating Tank Assemblies
  • Black Oxide Process Tanks and Controls-gas and electric
  • Phosphate Coating Tanks/Lines-non-contact electric heat
  • Plastic, Metal, and Lined Process Tanks
  • PVC Exhaust and Ventilation Systems, FM approval available
  • Pump Transfer and Filtration Systems
  • Liquid Level and Temperature Control Systems
  • Secondary Containment Systems
  • Waste Minimization and Treatment Systems

Turnkey Project Execution

Whether supplying a single process tank or delivering a fully turnkey metal finishing line, Burt Process Equipment supports your project with a highly skilled project management team. From concept development and detailed engineering through fabrication, installation support, and commissioning, we provide coordinated execution to reduce risk and accelerate project timelines.

A Proven Leader in Metal Finishing

Superior engineering, high-quality system components, and decades of industry experience have made Burt Process Equipment a recognized leader in metal finishing system design and fabrication. Our solutions are built to meet the most demanding industrial requirements—today and for years to come.

Features

  • Relay- or PLC-based controls for temperature and process monitoring
  • Solid-state control for electric heating applications
  • Underfired or immersion gas/propane heating
  • Non-contact double-boiler heating for aggressive phosphate applications
  • Stress-relieved carbon steel weldments to reduce caustic embrittlement
  • Automatic water make-up and liquid concentrate addition for black oxide processes
  • DI water rinses and heated rinses to facilitate drying
  • PVC or polypropylene flame-retardant fume hoods and ducting
  • Wastewater treatment solutions for process waste
  • Factory start-up and operator training support

Specifications

  • ASME-welded carbon steel and stainless steel tanks and weldments
  • Thermoplastic tank welding per AWS and DVS standards
  • SMACNA- and ACGIH-designed fume and vapor extraction systems
  • Optional FM-approved exhaust ducting
  • UL and cUL listed electrical control panels
  • Corrosion-resistant PVC and PVC-coated rigid conduit
  • Epoxy-coated and powder-coated steel structural supports
  • Skid-mounted assemblies for ease of installation
  • Full Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
  • Preventive maintenance (PM) service contracts available

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Case Studies

Modular Black Oxide Finishing Line for Precision Surface Treatment

Burt Process Equipment engineered a fully customized modular black oxide finishing line featuring eight process stations and a drain table. Designed for compact efficiency, the system integrates precision heating, chemical containment, and automated controls on pre-assembled epoxy-coated steel frames, allowing streamlined installation and future expansion of black oxide capacity.
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Passivation Line

Burt Process incorporates SIMONA Polypropylene and Kynar PVDF Sheet to develop an easy-to-maintain and clean, reliable Passivation Line. The customer’s current system was outdated, unsafe, rusting, and difficult to work on. They needed a system that functioned in the same way but addressed all the current problems.
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