Powder Coatings for Electrical Power Components and the Energy Industry
TIGER Drylac® powder coating systems protect electrical power components and parts against corrosion, UV radiation, weathering, and mechanical stress. At the same time, they support electrical functionality, efficient coating processes, and a long product service life.
Whether battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle charging infrastructure, data centers, electrical enclosures, power distribution components, control cabinets, inverters, or wind and photovoltaic systems: components of modern energy infrastructure must function reliably even under demanding conditions.
TIGER Drylac® offers powder coating solutions tailored to the requirements of electrical power components and parts—from electrostatically dissipative and electrically insulating coatings to systems with high corrosion, UV, and weather resistance.
What benefits do powder coatings offer for electrical power components?
TIGER Drylac® powder coatings help manufacturers and suppliers design electrical power components to be more reliable, durable, and efficient.
The key benefits are:
- Electrical performance: ESD-capable and electrically insulating coating solutions help protect sensitive components and support reliable operation.
- High durability: Corrosion resistance up to C5, together with UV and weather resistance, contributes to longer product life cycles and reduced maintenance requirements.
- Efficient processes: Optimized coating workflows support stable processes, higher throughput, and reproducible quality.
- More sustainable production: Solvent-free powder coating systems and optional lower curing temperatures can help reduce emissions and energy consumption.
- Design flexibility: A range of colors, surfaces, and technical properties enables adaptation to functional and design requirements.
Which energy applications are TIGER Drylac® powder coatings suitable for?
The TIGER Drylac® powder coating portfolio is suitable for numerous applications in energy generation, energy storage, power distribution, and electrical infrastructure.
These include in particular:
Robust coating systems protect enclosures, frames, and other components against corrosion, moisture, and mechanical stress.
Powder coatings provide lasting protection for charging stations and enclosures exposed outdoors to UV radiation, weathering, and temperature fluctuations.
Coatings are available for server racks, control cabinets, and electrical enclosures that combine functional properties with specified colors and finishes.
Depending on the requirements, corrosion-resistant, conductive, or insulating coating solutions can be used.
Coating systems support protection, electrical functionality, and reliable long-term use of the components.
Components for wind and PV systems are often exposed to intense UV radiation, moisture, salt, wind, and temperature fluctuations. Weather-resistant coating systems help protect these components over the long term.
ESD coatings for sensitive electronics
Electrostatic discharge can pose a risk to sensitive electronic components. TIGER Drylac® ESD coatings enable controlled dissipation of electrostatic charges, helping protect sensitive electronics and improve operational safety. Such coatings are particularly suitable for applications near electronic modules, switchgear, and electronics enclosures. Depending on the technical requirements, customized solutions may be necessary.
Electrically insulating powder coatings
Where electrical insulation is required, powder coatings can provide a functional benefit in addition to surface protection. TIGER Drylac® offers electrically insulating coating solutions for steel and aluminum substrates that support safety, functionality, and design freedom. The specific solution depends on the electrical, mechanical, and geometric requirements of the application.
Corrosion protection up to C5, plus UV and weather resistance
Electrical power components are often used under demanding environmental conditions. Moisture, saline atmospheres, UV radiation, and fluctuating temperatures can affect the surface and, over time, the service life of a system.
TIGER Drylac® offers one- and two-coat systems with high corrosion, UV, and weather resistance.
Coordinated primers and highly weather-resistant topcoat systems are available for particularly demanding applications.
This provides lasting protection for components used, for example, in:
- battery energy storage systems,
- charging infrastructure,
- wind turbines,
- photovoltaic systems,
- inverters,
- electrical enclosures, and
- power distribution systems.
High film builds for robust components
Specialty components, frames, and heavy-duty structures often require particularly robust surface protection. High-build powder coating systems can help protect components against corrosion and mechanical wear. This can support longer service life and reduced maintenance requirements. Here too, customized coating solutions may be required depending on the application.
Flame-retardant powder coatings
For applications with elevated safety requirements, TIGER Drylac® high-performance powder coatings can be formulated to be flame-retardant. They can therefore help meet relevant requirements in safety-critical applications. The suitability of a solution must be assessed based on the specific application and specification.
Greater process efficiency in series production
A high-performance coating system must do more than protect the finished component. It should also be efficient to apply and deliver reproducible results.
TIGER Drylac® supports OEMs and suppliers through:
- stable batch-to-batch performance,
- high transfer efficiency,
- fast-curing options,
- one- and two-coat systems,
- good adhesion and edge coverage, and
- solutions for different substrates.
This allows coating processes to be optimized for less effort, higher throughput, lower energy consumption, and reproducible quality.
FlexCURE® for flexible and energy-efficient coating processes
With the FlexCURE® product line, TIGER Drylac® offers powder coatings with a particularly broad curing window. This enables manufacturers to make their production processes more flexible and—depending on the application and process—to work with lower curing temperatures. This supports more energy-efficient production while maintaining consistently high coating quality across different manufacturing requirements.
Powder coatings for steel and aluminum
Energy components are made from different materials depending on the application. TIGER Drylac® coating systems can be used on steel and aluminum, among other substrates—for example, on aluminum profiles for PV frames or steel enclosures for battery and energy applications. Good adhesion and edge coverage support consistent coating quality and give designers and manufacturers greater flexibility in material selection.
More sustainable surface finishing for energy applications
Powder coatings are solvent-free and can therefore support more sustainable production processes.
Combined with optional lower curing temperatures and long coating service life, TIGER Drylac® systems can help:
- reduce emissions,
- use energy more efficiently,
- conserve resources, and
- extend the service life of coated products.
Powder coating thus combines technical surface protection with more efficient production processes and long-term value retention.
Colors and finishes for corporate design and technical standards
In addition to functional properties, the design of electrical systems and components also plays an important role. TIGER Drylac® enables the implementation of specified colors, finishes, and corporate identity and corporate design requirements. Standardized color solutions support a consistent appearance across different components and production sites without compromising protection or technical performance.
Why choose TIGER Drylac® for energy applications?
TIGER Drylac® develops powder coating systems for the real-world requirements of modern energy applications.
Manufacturers benefit from solutions that can be tailored to different requirements:
- Protection: High corrosion, UV, and weather resistance for durable components.
- Function: ESD-capable and insulating systems for electrical and electronic applications.
- Efficiency: Coatings for stable OEM processes, high throughput, and reproducible quality.
- Flexibility: Solutions for different substrates, colors, finishes, and technical requirements.
- Sustainability: Solvent-free systems and energy-efficient curing options.
- International availability: Coating systems that can be reliably specified and used consistently worldwide.
- Powder coating solutions for global energy projects
TIGER supports manufacturers and project partners as an international powder coating specification partner. With local representation in North and Central America, Europe, China, Southeast Asia, Japan, and the Middle East, coating systems can be coordinated for international projects and deployed across different markets. This ensures that technical requirements, specified surface quality, and coating specifications can be implemented consistently, even in global projects.
Frequently asked questions about powder coatings for energy applications
The appropriate powder coating depends on factors including the substrate, operating environment, corrosive exposure, electrical requirements, desired finish, and coating process. TIGER Drylac® offers coating systems for a variety of energy applications as well as customized solutions for special requirements.
Yes. TIGER Drylac® offers electrostatically dissipative coating solutions that enable controlled charge dissipation and may be suitable for applications near sensitive electronics.
Yes. Corresponding coating solutions for steel and aluminum substrates are available for applications requiring electrical insulation. The specific solution depends on the application's technical requirements.
Depending on the coating system, solutions with high corrosion resistance up to C5 are possible. Coordinated primer and topcoat systems can be used for particularly demanding service conditions.
UV- and weather-resistant as well as superdurable coating systems are available for outdoor applications. They are suitable, for example, for components of wind power and photovoltaic systems, charging infrastructure, or battery energy storage systems.
TIGER Drylac® offers solutions for steel and aluminum, among other substrates. The optimal pretreatment and coating system depend on the application, substrate, and required performance.
Powder coating systems are solvent-free. In addition, coatings with lower curing temperatures and durable systems can help reduce energy consumption, emissions, and resource use throughout production and the product life cycle.
Yes. Colors and finishes can be tailored to corporate design, aesthetic, and technical requirements. This allows functional surface properties to be combined with a consistent appearance.
Are you looking for the right powder coating for your next energy project?
Whether for a battery energy storage system, charging infrastructure, data center, control cabinet, inverter, electrical enclosure, wind power system, or photovoltaic system, TIGER supports you in selecting a coating solution that meets your technical requirements, production process, and performance goals.
From custom finishes and design requirements to electrical functions, corrosion protection, and high-performance specifications, we work with you to develop a solution that delivers technical performance and commercial efficiency.
Talk to our experts about your application and find the right TIGER Drylac® powder coating for your energy project.