American Galvanizers Association launches upgraded life-cycle cost calculator

American Galvanizers Association, CENTENNIAL, Co., After an extensive interface overhaul and database upgrade, the American Galvanizers Association Life-Cycle Cost (LCC) Calculator at www.galvanizingcost.com is now launched and ready for use. Established as an unbiased tool to aid architects and engineers, the LCC calculator allows users to compare the initial and life-cycle costs of hot-dip galvanized steel to over 30 paint and metallizing systems. Recent enhancements to the system include updated paint, metallizing and galvanizing cost data, improved speed and functionality, as well a new intuitive user-friendly interface. The LCC Calculator allows users to input data such as project size, steel composition, environmental conditions, planned project life, and inflation and interest rates to create a personalized, fact-based comparison of initial and life-cycle costs for hot-dip galvanized steel compared to the paint system of their choice. The calculator then uses information drawn from the most recent KTA Tator, Inc. NACE Paper (No. 08279 – 2008), including paint manufacturer data on cost, maintenance schedules, and performance, to create a financial analysis of the two systems. Using solid data and project specific inputs, enhanced functionality, and a streamlined interface, the improved LCC Calculator at www.galvanizingcost.com is an unbiased, invaluable tool for anyone comparing the benefits of utilizing hot-dip galvanized steel for corrosion protection. See how hot-dip galvanized steel can save money over the life of a project today by visiting www.galvanizingcost.com.