Galmet Coating Range — Quick Reference by Purpose
Galmet is an Australian manufacturer of high-performance metal protection coatings used in steel fabrication, maintenance engineering and industrial plant operations. The range maps to a corrosion protection workflow: surface prep → primer → topcoat. Selecting the right Galmet product means matching the substrate, environment and finish quality required.
| Purpose | Galmet Products | When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Galvanising | Zinc-Rich Galvanising Compound, Galvabond, Cold Galv aerosol | Touch-up welded zinc-coated steel, repair galvanised surface damage, prevent rust on cut edges |
| Rust Conversion | Rust Converter, Rust Killer | Convert existing rust before priming — turn red iron oxide into stable phosphate layer |
| Surface Etching | Etch Primer (red, grey, beige) | Prepare aluminium, zinc, galvanised surfaces for topcoat adhesion |
| Primer Coats | Zinc Phosphate Primer, Oxide Primer | First coat on bare steel before topcoat — adhesion + corrosion barrier |
| Topcoat Enamels | Industrial Enamel, Tractor & Implement Enamel, Heat Resistant | Final colour coat — choose by environment (general / agricultural / high-temp) |
| Specialist Coatings | Premium Roofing Spray, Aluminium Spray Paint, Bitumen Paint | Specific application — roofing repair, brightwork, waterproofing |
Galmet products are formulated for Australian conditions — UV-stable, cyclic-temperature tolerant, and compatible with local steel grades and standards. For protective coating system selection (surface prep through topcoat) on a specific job, call (02) 9773 0122. Companion ranges: paints & equipment, aerosol spray paints.
Galmet Metal Protection — Cold Galvanising, Rust Converters & Industrial Coatings
Galmet is an Australian manufacturer of high-performance metal protection coatings trusted in structural steel fabrication, maintenance engineering and industrial plant operations across the country. The Galmet product range is built around a core purpose: protecting steel from corrosion at every stage — from surface preparation through to final topcoat. Whether you're cold galvanising a weld repair, converting existing rust before priming, etching aluminium or zinc-coated surfaces, or applying a long-term industrial epoxy enamel topcoat, Galmet has a product engineered for the task. AIMS Industrial stocks the Galmet corrosion protection range for fast dispatch to fabrication workshops, maintenance teams, mining operations and industrial sites nationwide.
Galmet Cold Galvanising & Rust Protection Products
Galmet's cold galvanising range delivers zinc-rich cathodic protection on bare steel, welds and damaged galvanised coatings without the heat and specialist equipment of hot-dip galvanising. ColdGal is the flagship aerosol product for fast field touch-up of structural steel, welded joints and galvanised surfaces that have been drilled, cut or abraded. The Ironize Rust Converter takes a different approach — chemically converting existing rust to a stable, paintable surface rather than requiring mechanical removal.
- Galmet ColdGal Metal Protection Paint Aerosol 400g: Zinc-rich cold galvanising aerosol for on-site touch-up of welds, cuts and abrasions in galvanised steel; provides cathodic protection equivalent to hot-dip galvanising in a convenient spray can
- Cold Galvanizing Protection of Steel Zinc Rich — Galmet: Brush-applied zinc-rich cold galvanising compound for larger area coverage; suitable for structural steel maintenance, workshop application and areas where aerosol use is restricted
- Galmet Ironize Rust Converter & Sealer: Chemical rust converter that transforms active rust into a stable, paintable iron phosphate surface; eliminates mechanical rust removal on moderately rusted steel, ideal for maintenance repaints
- Galmet Duragal Silver Long Term Protection of Steel 350g: Long-term aluminium-rich protection coating for steel in atmospheric and industrial environments; provides a durable metallic finish with excellent weathering resistance
Galmet Etch Primers, Industrial Primers & Epoxy Enamel Coatings
Proper surface preparation is the foundation of any lasting coating system, and Galmet's Keytite etch primer range provides the critical adhesion bond between bare or zinc-coated metal and topcoat systems. Industrial primers in grey and red oxide formulations provide additional corrosion resistance and build before the final coat. The metal protection epoxy enamel range delivers a hard, chemical-resistant topcoat suitable for plant equipment, structural steel and industrial machinery in both aerosol and bulk litre pack formats.
- Galmet Keytite Etch Primer 350g Aerosol: Aerosol etch primer that chemically bonds to galvanised, aluminium and other difficult-to-coat metal surfaces; essential preparation coat before applying topcoats over zinc-coated steel
- Galmet Industrial Primer — Grey Oxide Anti-Corrosive 4L: Grey oxide anti-corrosive primer for structural steel and plant equipment; provides excellent adhesion and corrosion resistance as a base coat before industrial enamel topcoats
- Galmet Industrial Primer — Red Oxide Anti-Corrosive 4L: Traditional red oxide primer offering proven corrosion protection and adhesion to bare steel; widely specified in Australian industrial painting standards
- Metal Protection Rust Paint Epoxy Enamel Aerosol — Galmet: Direct-to-metal epoxy enamel aerosol providing a hard, chemical-resistant finish on plant equipment, structural steel and machinery; combines primer and topcoat in a single application
Browse Galmet cold galvanising, rust converters & metal protection at AIMS Industrial alongside our Industrial Lubricants, Workshop Supplies, and Safety & PPE collections. Order online or contact our team for volume pricing and expert advice.
People Also Ask — Galmet Galvanising Products
Q: What is Galmet and what do they make?
Galmet is Australian-made cold galvanising and zinc-rich coating products for metal protection and weld touch-up. Their range includes cold-galvanising paint (95% zinc in dry film), zinc-rich primers, weld-galvanising sprays, and specialty coatings for marine, agricultural, and industrial use. Galmet products are AS/NZS 4680 (hot-dip galvanised) repair-compatible — used to touch up damaged galv coatings, weld-spatter zones, and field-cut steel sections.
Q: Can Galmet match hot-dip galvanising for corrosion resistance?
Cold galvanising paint approximates HDG corrosion protection (cathodic) for touch-up and repair, but doesn't match HDG's 25-50 year service life. Galmet cold-galv typically gives 10-15 years of protection in light-industrial exposure. Best used for repair of HDG damage, weld zones, and field cuts — not as a primary coating for new steelwork. For new steelwork, HDG remains the standard; Galmet is for the field-touch-up scenario HDG can't reach.
Q: How do I apply Galmet correctly?
Surface prep is critical: clean to bare metal (wire brush, grind, or sand-blast). Remove all rust, paint, oil, and grease. Apply Galmet (brush, roller, or aerosol per product) in 2-3 thin coats with 30-60 minute flash-off between coats. Total dry film thickness 80-120 microns. Don't apply over existing paint or in temperatures below 10°C or above 40°C. Allow full 24-hour cure before exposing to moisture or service load.
Q: Galmet vs Inox World cold-galv — what's the difference?
Both are zinc-rich cold-galvanising systems. Galmet (Australian) tends to be the workshop and industrial standard with the broader product range (paint, aerosol, primer, specialty coatings). Inox World focuses primarily on aerosol convenience for touch-up applications. For volume application by brush or roller, Galmet's larger pack sizes are more economical. For quick aerosol spot-touch-up, either works.
Q: What's the difference between Galmet 'Cold Galv' and 'Zinc-Rich Primer'?
Cold Galv: 95% zinc in dry film — provides cathodic (sacrificial) protection equivalent to galvanising. Stand-alone coating for steel exposure. Zinc-Rich Primer: lower zinc content (typically 60-80%) — designed as a primer base coat under topcoat paint systems. Use Cold Galv for repair of galvanised surfaces or stand-alone protection; use Zinc-Rich Primer when you'll be applying topcoat paint over the zinc.