Top AGA Resources in 2025
In 2025, the American Galvanizers Association launched a new initiative to highlight the most accessed resources, tools, and educational content across galvanizeit.org. This collection showcases the topics specifiers, fabricators, and designers engaged with most throughout the year, including inspection protocols, design best practices, and interactive tools.
Publications
Inspection of Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel Products
A must-read guide for inspectors and engineers. This resource explains what to expect from a galvanized coating and how to evaluate its conformance with ASTM standards.
Duplex Systems: Painting Over Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel
Covers best practices for applying paint or powder coatings over galvanized steel to achieve extended corrosion protection and design flexibility
Design of Products to be Hot-Dip Galvanized After Fabrication
Outlines design considerations to improve galvanizing outcomes and ensure proper coating formation on fabricated steel products.
Top KnowledgeBase Articles (2025)
1. SSPC Surface Preparation Standards
Explain how surface preparation impacts coating success and long-term durability. Includes classifications and recommendations for steel surfaces prior to galvanizing.
2. Stainless Steel in Contact with Galvanized Steel
Covers the compatibility of stainless and galvanized steel, potential corrosion risks, and use-case guidance for design applications.
3. Overview of ASTM A123/A123M
Summarizes the most widely used specification for HDG coatings, covering thickness, appearance, and inspection requirements.
Online Seminars
Inspection Course
A technical overview of specification and inspection requirements for hot-dip galvanized coatings, with visual examples and compliance tips.
Core Seminar
An introductory seminar covering the fundamentals of hot-dip galvanizing, from process and performance to sustainability and cost benefits.
Power Seminar
Highlights the value of HDG in power infrastructure, including poles, towers, and transmission equipment exposed to extreme environments.
Tools
Life-Cycle Cost Calculator
Allows users to compare upfront and long-term costs between galvanized and non-galvanized systems based on maintenance and service life.
Zinc Coating Life Predictor
Estimates the expected lifespan of zinc coatings in different atmospheric conditions, helping specifiers make data-informed decisions.
Inspection App (Updated December 2025)
This free mobile app provides HDG inspection references, coating acceptance criteria, and visual guidance for field evaluations.
Top Performing Project Spotlights (2025)
1. Hambro Portable Parking Structure
A modular parking system that uses galvanized steel for ease of assembly and extended durability in urban and temporary-use settings.
2. Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Bridges
Temporary pedestrian and utility bridges galvanized for high visibility, public safety, and structural longevity during the global event.
3. Ullr Breck – Norse God of Snow
A sculptural installation designed for the elements, this public art piece showcases both the durability and creative application of HDG.
This roundup reflects the growing demand for practical tools, design guidance, and educational content in the HDG industry. We invite members and specifiers to explore these resources and stay connected as AGA continues developing new ways to support your projects and professional growth.