Headache Rack Materials

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Truck Champ’s Headache Racks are constructed of heavy gauge steel tubing that is strong and rugged, therefore capable of holding up to the toughest of jobs, time after time and year after year. The steel tube, flat bar and steel plating is cut, bent, formed and welded using state-of-the art robotic welders, computerized brake presses, precision saws, and shears that optimize the  highest quality manufacturing process.

The tubing, with its Powder Coated Tough®, has a scale-free finish for maximum rust/corrosion resistance and therefore helps maintain the enhanced style of your truck, unlike painted Headache Racks. In addition to looking great, the powder coating is virtually scratch resistant. For complete resistance to corrosion, the hardware for the Headache Racks is yellow zinc coated.

Powder coating is a dry finishing process that uses finely ground particles of resin and pigment that are electrostatically charged and sprayed onto the Headache Racks. The charged particles adhere to the electrically grounded steel tubing until they are melted and fused into a solid coat. An additional bonus is that this process is pollution free, whereas solvents are used in the process of applying liquid paint. With powder coating of Headache Racks, the manufacturer can dispose of excess powder, easily and safely.

The Powder Coated Tough Mark was developed by The Powder Coating Institute, which continues to receive international acknowledgement for this breakthrough technology. The powder coating process is used by manufacturers of many diverse parts and products, such as playground equipment, audio and video components, and our BACKRACK Headache Racks, for its non-polluting, cost-effective, and high quality finish.

TruckChamp Headache Rack Learning Center:

• Installation and Accessories for Rack
• Rack Frequently Asked Questions