Shot Blasting
Our 20-foot enclosed shot blast room represents a huge investment in 2019 and will revolutionise the speed at which we can shot blast and prime steel with a range of media.
Shot blasting removes burrs, scale or rust that may interfere with the part’s integrity, appearance or definition. For use in almost every industry including aerospace, defence, nuclear, automotive, construction and rail.
Precision Masking
Aerospace, defence, electronics and customised precision masking are areas for which we have long been renowned, with staff exceeding an average of 25 years’ experience in this department alone. We take immense pride in a beautiful job and the key to a successful finish is in the fine lines, sharp edges and meticulous detail.
Stove Enamelling, Painting and Powder Coating
Powder Coating
Powder coating is applied electrostatically as a freeflowing, dry powder and then cured under heat. The main difference between liquid paint and a powder coating is that the powder does not require a solvent and provides a tougher, more flexible finish.
Wet paint & Stove Enamelling
With over 40 years’ experience in the finishing industry, we have the expertise you need. We supply stove enamelling and paint applications to a number of MOD and aerospace specifications, as well as to the electronics industry. Our team is highly skilled and experienced in complex masking and paint finishes.
We can process to the below paint specifications.
If you have any specifications not on this list please send over the details to [email protected] or call us on 0117 965 1234 as we would love to help.
UK standards
DEF STAN 03-32 part 1
DEF STAN 03-32 part 2
DEF STAN 03-32 part 3
DEF STAN 03-32 part 4
DEF STAN 03-32 part 5
DEF STAN 03-32 part 6
DEF STAN 80-161
DEF STAN 80-225
DEF STAN 80-54
DEF STAN 80-41
DEF STAN 80-68
DEF STAN-209
DEFSTAN 21-005
NWS1000
NES1005
MVEE 666
DEF STAN 80-152
BSX32
BSX33
BSX34
USA standards
MIL-85285
MIL-23377
MIL-53039
CNC
Laser Engraving
With our CO2 laser engraver we can work with a wide range of materials and save you time & money. We can produce text or images direct from your drawings, engrave and cut items in a range of materials; this increases speed whilst ensuring complete accuracy.
Rotary Engraving
We combine the latest technology with traditioinal pantograph techniques. Our machines engrave onto a vast range of standard and non-standard materials, shapes and sizes. Whatever your need, we have the capability to fulfil your requirements - nothing is too complicated.
Infilling
We can engrave and infill or just infill your supplied engraved parts with any colour to suit your requirements. We have a wealth of experience to ensure a quality finish.
Machining
3-axis automated cutting and milling of panels, boxes and billets.
Protective Aluminium Coating Treatments
Clear and Black Sulphuric Anodising
Clear and Black Sulphuric Anodising
A RoHS compliant treatment
A Sulphuric treatment for aluminium components
Environmentally compliant – contains no Chromium
Uses electricity to provide a thick deposit of aluminium oxide
A stand-alone corrosion resistant barrier or pre-treatment before paint, powder coating
Produces a clear or black finish
The most resistant finish to abrasion when left unpainted
MIL-A-8625F Type 2 CLASS 1/2
DEF STAN 03-25
Heat resistant.
Has a high contact resistance but can be masked or machined to create contact points
Alocrom
ALOCROM 1200
A Non-RoHS compliant Treatment
A Chromate 6 conversion for aluminium components
Excellent corrosion protection with or without paint
Excellent paint or powder coating adhesion allowing metal deformation after painting
Produces a golden finish
MIL-DTL-5541 TYPE 1
DEF STAN 03-18
Can be used to repair anodised coatings and refresh them before painting.
Heat resistant.
The coating has a low electrical resistance (less than 5k micro-ohms/square inch)
Iridite NCP
A RoHS compliant Treatment
A Chromate -Free Passivation for aluminium components
DEF STAN 03-38
Environmentally compliant, contains no hexavalent or trivalent chromium compounds.
A stand-alone corrosion resistant barrier or pre-treatment before paint, powder coating
Produces a clear finish
An alternative option to replace Alocrom subject to end use
MIL-DTL-81706 CLASS 3
MIL–DTL–5541 TYPE 2 CLASS 3
DEF STAN 03-38
Withstands high operating temperatures such as automotive engine components and electronic heat sinks.
Suitable for the electronics industry with a low contact resistance
| Clear/Black Anodising | Alocrom 1200 | Iridite NCP | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RoHS Compliant | ✔ | X | ✔ |
| Type of Treatment | Sulphuric | Chromate 6 | Chromate-free |
| Finish | Clear/Black | Golden | Clear |
| Corrosion Protection | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Suitable for Aluminium components | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Scratch resistant if final finish | Excellent | Poor | Good |
| Suitable for overpainting | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Electrically conductive | X *unless masked | ✔ | ✔ |
| Heat Resistant | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Specifications | MIL-A-8625F Type 2 CLASS 1/2 | MIL-DTL-5541 TYPE 1 | MIL-DTL-81706 CLASS 3 |
| DEF STAN 03-25 | DEF STAN 03-18 | MIL–DTL–5541 TYPE 2 CLASS 3 | |
| DEF STAN 03-38 | |||
| Environmentally compliant | ✔ | X | ✔ |
| Alternative to Alocrom | X | N/A | ✔ |
| Max Size Width x Length x Depth mm | 450 x 1450 x 680 | 450 x 1450 x 680 | 450 x 1450 x 680 |
| Cost per run | £85/£105 | £85 | £85 |
| Av. Lead Time | 5 Days | 4 Days | 4 Days |
Anodic & Screen Printing
Quality Guaranteed
By combining traditional screen printing with the latest advances in technology including sub-surface anodic printing and epoxy printing, we can achieve a high-quality print finish onto a variety of substrates. Delivering a wide range of products from self-adhesive vinyl labels to Rolls-Royce panels.