G a l v a n i z i n g i s a c o s t e f f i c i e n t p r o c e s s Please consult the calculation tool to compare the costs of galv anization against other av ailable protection systems online at the American Galv anizers Association website by visiting www galv anizingcostcom When compared to other types of products labeled anticorrosive and subject to environmental standards HDG costs have risen at a slower pace Initial HDG costs are competitive with the costs of other products Lifecycle cost analysis show that HDG is a wise investment compared to other products simply by considering the lownomaintenance costs required over the project s lifespan 16