System and method for applying a protective coating to a wheel hub unit

Abstract

A method for applying a protective coating to a wheel hub unit includes mounting the wheel hub unit on a platform and applying a layer of the protective coating to a front surface of a mounting flange of the wheel hub unit. A shield covers a central annular portion of the front surface of the wheel hub unit to protect the central annular portion from the layer of protective coating, which can damage markings and magnetic components formed on the central annular portion. A handling arm attaches to the shield to hold the shield in place an axial distance away from the central annular portion of the front face.

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