Abstract: A method and apparatus for use in continuously applying molten coating metal, such as in galvanizing or aluminizing to tubes, rods, wire or other work pieces passing through a metallic bath. The molten metal in a reservoir is discharged onto the tube or rod, the metal flowing around the tube or rod being controlled by a splash tube. The coating metal is progressively agitated and cooled within the splash tube, after which the tubing or rod is accurately centered to exit the splash tube with an even coating of the desired thickness, such coating being in a stable condition. The entire system is enclosed in an inert atmosphere eliminating the formation of "galvanizers' dross", oxides of aluminum, etc.