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On 16 September 2026, Galco and Sperrin Galvanisers will welcome visitors to the Galvanizing Industry Open Day across plants in Dublin, Cork, Waterford, Tynagh and Draperstown.
The event is a practical opportunity for engineers, architects, steel fabricators, contractors, specifiers and clients to see how the domestic galvanizing industry contributes to building Ireland.
Hot dip galvanizing protects steel used across construction, infrastructure, agriculture, transport, utilities and energy projects. From large structural sections to smaller components, the process helps extend the life of steel by protecting it from corrosion.
Why This Open Day Matters
Hot dip galvanizing is a highly controlled, factory-led process — but many project teams only see the finished product.
The Open Day gives visitors a chance to see what happens behind the scenes.
During the plant tours, attendees will be able to watch how steel is prepared, handled and dipped into molten zinc to create a durable protective coating. Galco’s technical teams will also be available to answer questions about corrosion protection, specification and designing steel for galvanizing.
At the Dublin plant, the event will also mark the opening of Galco’s new 13m galvanizing bath, expanding capability for larger steel sections and major projects.
What Visitors Can Expect
During the Open Day, visitors will be able to:
- See the hot dip galvanizing process in action
- Visit the new 13m galvanizing bath in Dublin
- Tour the in-house paint facility for Galvacoat duplex coating and intumescent paint
- Meet technical teams and ask practical questions
- Learn how design details affect galvanizing quality
- Attend free RIAI and Engineers Ireland approved CPD presentations
All CPD attendees will receive certificates.
Who Should Attend?
The Open Day is designed for professionals involved in the design, specification, fabrication, purchasing or management of steelwork.
It will be especially useful for:
Engineers
Architects
Steel fabricators
Contractors
Project managers
Specifiers
Clients and asset owners
For project teams, this is a chance to better understand how early corrosion protection decisions can improve durability, reduce maintenance and support longer-lasting structures.
3 Key Takeaways from the Tour
The coordinated site visits are designed to help specifiers, fabricators and clients improve the way they use galvanizing.
Visitors will leave with a clearer understanding of how to:
- Understand the hot dip galvanizing process – See how steel is prepared, dipped into zinc and protected from the elements.
- Make better corrosion protection decisions – Learn where galvanizing fits into long-life, low-maintenance steel design.
- Design better structures – Understand how detailing, venting, drainage and fabrication choices affect galvanizing quality.
