Galvanizing Insights, Volume 12, Issue 1
American Galvanizers Association
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Galvanizing Innovations
Project Gallery

Whimsy, Longevity Characterize Winning Submissions in New Online Project Gallery

2012 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards Contest Winners

The American Galvanizers Association (AGA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2012 Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Awards (EA) competition. More than 120 applications presenting outstanding projects completed in 2011 were submitted to be independently judged online by a panel of architects and engineers. The projects are featured in the new AGA Project Gallery at galvanizeit.org/project-gallery, where you can access both this year’s winners and our extensive project library.

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Ask Dr. Galv
Cleaning Galvanized Steel

What is the best way to clean hot-dip galvanized steel?

Cleaning galvanized steel is a simple process and several different commercially available products can be used. Before selecting a cleaning chemical, it is first necessary to determine what has contaminated the steel since cleaning procedures and chemicals will depend on the contaminant on the galvanized coating.

Dirt or Mud
Dirt or mud can be easily removed from galvanized steel by rinsing with water. A nylon bristle brush can be used if necessary. If a power wash is used, ensure the blast pressure is less than 1450 psi to prevent damage to the galvanized coating.

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Featured Project
Cliffwalk

2012 Most Distinguished Project

Cliffwalk at the Capilano
Suspension Bridge

Vancouver, Canada

Reaching out over a misty expanse of evergreen foliage, The Cliffwalk at Capilano Suspension Bridge dares visitors to tread out over the open canyon below and drink in the bird’s-eye view. With the Capilano River rushing below the treetops, visitors can fully experience nature’s majesty above, beside, and below.

One of the most popular tourist attractions in British Columbia, the original bridge was constructed in 1889, spanning 450 feet across and 230 feet high. The new Cliffwalk path is just 20 inches wide, with only woven steel and glass siding separating you from the expanse of empty air below.

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© 2012 American Galvanizers Association. The material provided herein has been developed to provide accurate and authoritative information about after-fabrication hot-dip galvanized steel. This material provides general information only and is not intended as a substitute for competent professional examination and verification as to suitability and applicability. The information provided herein is not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of the AGA. Anyone making use of this information assumes all liability arising from such use.