Key Features:

• Material Composition: Cladding layers may include metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, or copper, and may also include nonmetallic materials such as polymers or ceramics.
• Enhanced Performance: It provides resistance to corrosion and wear and environmental deterioration, increasing the life expectancy of the working metal underneath.
• Methods of Application: Standard techniques include roll bonding, explosion cladding, thermal spraying, and electroplating, each of which would apply to different industrial needs.

The very importance of a cladding layer is that it improves the functional as well as aesthetic quality of metal components. Stainless steel cladding, for instance, is used to protect buildings and bridges against corrosion and lend a modern appearance. The cladding significantly improves the structural integrity of aerospace and automotive materials for weight savings. Moreover, the advancement of cladding technologies-including laser cladding and advanced coatings-will greatly benefit the performance and sustainability of metal components in various industries.