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Golf balls don’t have to be one-and-done. Two creative Protech Group clients are bringing new life to old golf balls with our advanced coating solution, giving them a fresh start without sacrificing performance. At the same time, our focus on liquid coating technology enables this transformation.
With permission from major golf brands, these companies specialize in refurbishing golf balls that would otherwise end up in landfills. But this isn’t just a story about recycling and reusing— it’s about advanced materials, precision customization, and impressive durability.
The process begins with dedicated suppliers—often individuals who recover golf balls from golf-course lakes—who provide the companies with hundreds of thousands of used balls. Once technicians collect the balls, they strip each one using a specialized medium to remove any existing paint or coatings, thereby exposing the original surface. Next, they prepare the balls for the subsequent stages of the refurbishment process. Then starts the recoating process.
Refurbishing a golf ball isn’t as simple as slapping on a new coat of paint. To maintain efficiency and consistency, operators must recoat the balls quickly, especially when they drop them into drying pools in bulk. If the coating takes too long to cure, the balls risk sticking together, damaging the finish, and rendering them unsellable. Utilizing a liquid application process is essential for truly effective coating and product quality.
To meet this challenge, our team developed a custom liquid polyurethane coating system that dries almost instantly, while maintaining critical flexibility and durability. This two-coat system—a white base coat followed by a clear protective topcoat—adheres flawlessly to the surface and withstands rigorous testing.
How rigorous? Each ball is shot from a cannon at a brick wall to simulate extreme impact. The results? Our coating holds up without chipping or cracking, demonstrating the durability of a modern liquid coating process.
The two companies that work with Protech to recoat golf balls have very different needs. Each has its own unique equipment and processes, from hand mixing and small-batch applications to high-speed automated systems. That’s why we’ve tailored a distinct formula for each client. Since Client 1 uses a manual process, we created a formula optimized for slower, smaller batches, allowing more working time. Client 2, on the other hand, operates a high-speed, automated line; therefore, their formula cures much faster, matching the pace of their industrial system by leveraging the properties of liquid coatings.
Both formulas are meticulously adjusted to account for different machinery, oven temperatures, and application environments. It’s not just about creating a coating— it’s about formulating a complete solution.
This is more than a manufacturing story— it’s a sustainability success. Millions of golf balls are lost each year, and many end up in landfills or polluting ecosystems. By recovering and refurbishing them, we’re reducing waste, conserving materials, and providing golfers with access to affordable, high-quality golf balls. The widespread adoption of liquid-based coating helps support these environmental goals.
Innovation doesn’t always mean inventing something new. Sometimes, it’s about reimagining what’s already out there and doing it better, cleaner, and smarter through advanced liquid coating.
