Longer-lasting coatings for industrial metal parts
Teflon™, Xylan®, Nylon, Ceramic, Fusion Bonded Epoxy and Powder Coating, applied over sandblasted surfaces by a team that has been choosing the right coating for manufacturers for decades.
- Best surface prep methods
- 100+ coating systems
- Decades of experience
Why Vanguard
5 reasons manufacturers love Vanguard
Most coating failures start before the coating goes on. We get the prep, the selection and the inspection right, so your parts last longer in service.
Sandblasting is our default surface prep
Improper surface prep is the number one reason coatings fail. We sandblast as standard practice, so adhesion is engineered in.
Decades of coating know-how
We have been choosing and applying coatings since 1967, so we know which one will last on your part.
100+ coating systems under one roof
Ceramic, Nylon, Xylan®, Teflon™, Fusion Bonded Epoxy and Powder Coating from one qualified supplier.
Powder coating up to 45 ft long
Long docks, gangways and structural pieces that most coaters have to turn away.
Backed by a strong code of ethics
Our commitment to your satisfaction and our attention to detail are how we have kept customers for decades.
Coating services
One shop, six coating families, 100+ systems
Tell us the problem: sticking, corrosion, wear, heat, water or weather. We will match it to the coating that solves it.
Teflon™ Coating
Non-stick release for industrial applications
Low-friction, non-stick release surfaces for rollers, molds and food equipment, including FDA-compliant food-contact systems.
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Xylan® Coating
Corrosion and friction control
Thin, tough dry-film lubricant coatings that stop corrosion and seizing on fasteners, valves and marine hardware.
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Nylon Coating
The heavy-duty coating for wear and chemicals
Thick, tough armor against abrasion, impact and chemicals. Builds past 30 mils and can be milled back to restore worn parts.
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Ceramic Coating
Heat management for parts that run hot
Thermal barrier coatings for manifolds, headers and high-heat parts that lower operating temperatures and resist corrosion.
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Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE)
Corrosion protection for metal in water
NSF/ANSI 61 certified, seamless epoxy barrier for pipe, valves, fittings and water infrastructure.
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Powder Coating
Durable color and protection, on pieces up to 45 ft long
Solvent-free, UV-stable color and corrosion protection on an automated line that takes pieces up to 45 ft long.
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You ship the parts. We handle the rest.
Ship or we book freight
Send machined or fabricated parts, or let us arrange the freight.
Sandblast
Every part is blasted clean so adhesion is engineered in.
Coat
Batch and automated spray lines apply the system your part needs.
Cure
Four batch ovens, up to 10 × 12 × 24 ft, plus a monorail oven.
Inspect and return
Human-inspected and tested before it ships back on schedule.
About Vanguard
Upstate South Carolina’s industrial coating partner since 1967
Vanguard Metal Coating started in 1967 coating textile rollers with liquid Teflon™. Today we are the premier Teflon™ coating facility on the East Coast and an approved industrial applicator, coating parts for manufacturers of every size, including many Fortune 500 companies.
Our plant in Anderson, SC serves the I-85 corridor between Atlanta and Charlotte with sandblasting, liquid and powder coating lines, four batch curing ovens and our own test lab. Our commitment to your satisfaction and our attention to detail are backed by a strong code of ethics.
- Textile
- Food Production and Hospitality
- Automotive Manufacturers
- Marine and Dock Manufacturers
- Industrial Equipment
- Water and Irrigation
- Playground equipment
- Data centers
- Job shops
- Large manufacturing overflow
- Retail warehouses
- Oil and gas
Knowledge
Fluoropolymer coatings, explained
Technical guides to the Teflon™ family of coatings and where each one performs best.
Technical Advantages of Teflon™ (PTFE) Coatings in Industrial Applications
PTFE coatings deliver operational reliability, product purity and cost-effective maintenance, making them a key engineering solution in advanced manufacturing.
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Technical Advantages of FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) Coatings in Industrial Applications
FEP coatings combine non-stick performance, chemical inertness, thermal stability and clarity for efficient, safe and cost-effective operations.
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Technical Advantages of PFA (Perfluoroalkoxy) Coatings in High-Performance Industrial Applications
Ultra-low surface energy, continuous service near 260°C and near-universal chemical resistance make PFA the toughest fluoropolymer for demanding processes.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Vanguard Metal Coating do?
Vanguard Metal Coating is an industrial coating applicator in Anderson, South Carolina. Manufacturers ship us machined or fabricated metal parts, and we sandblast, coat, cure, inspect and ship them back. We apply more than 100 coating systems, including Teflon™ (PTFE, FEP, PFA), Xylan®, Nylon, Ceramic, Fusion Bonded Epoxy and Powder Coating.
How long a part can Vanguard powder coat?
We can powder coat pieces up to 45 ft long, such as dock sections, gangways, walkways and structural frames. Most coaters cannot take parts that size.
Why does Vanguard sandblast before coating?
Improper surface preparation is the number one reason coatings fail. Sandblasting is our default prep method, so the coating bonds to clean, profiled metal and lasts longer.
Where is Vanguard located and what areas do you serve?
We serve many manufacturers in the southeast, and we can book freight for parts shipped from all over the United States.
Tell us the part and the problem.
We will recommend the right coating from more than 100 systems and send you a quote.