Our processes

Specialist coatings and pre-treatment, applied under documented process control - to protect performance-critical components in the harshest environments.

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Surface finishing services

We offer a comprehensive range of surface finishing and coating solutions, supported by in-house pre-treatment capabilities and specialist processes. Every stage is backed by robust process control, traceability and documentation to meet the stringent requirements of regulated industries.

From standard coatings to specialist finishes, our experienced team delivers consistent, high-quality results tailored to your application and performance requirements.

  • In-House Pre-treatment

    Surtec 650V & Iridite NCP to MIL-DTL-5541F Type 1 (Class 1 & 3); Alocrom/Alodine to Type 2.

  • IRR & CARC coatings

    Infra Red Reflective and Chemical Agent Resistant Coating systems.

  • Specialist coatings

    Industry-specific protective systems applied to precise, repeatable standards.

  • Z307 & Z306 coatings

    Thermal-control and specialist coating finishes to specification.

  • Shot & bead blasting

    Surface preparation and cleaning ahead of finishing.

  • Antibacterial coatings

    Hygienic coating finishes for sensitive applications.

  • NACE inspection

    Corrosion inspection to recognised industry standards.

  • Quality & documentation

    Certification and process records supplied with finished parts, audit-ready.

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Approved processes to exacting specifications

Our in-house pre-treatment and coating processes operate under Nadcap-approved controls, with rigorous process monitoring and documentation throughout.

Every finish is released to the exacting specifications and quality standards demanded by regulated industries.

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A controlled process
from enquiry to dispatch

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Enquiry & review

Share your component, drawing and spec - we confirm process fit and approvals.

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Process & finishing

Controlled coating / pre-treatment with documented quality checkpoints throughout.

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Inspection & dispatch

Certified, traceable delivery with full process documentation against spec.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Aviation, Space, Military & Defence, Oil & Gas, Marine and Medical, plus general industrial. We hold an exacting knowledge of the quality standards that relate to each of these sectors.

  • We are approved to aerospace and industry quality standards including AS9100 and NADCAP, with NACE and UKAS-accredited certification. Customer-specific approvals are available on request.

  • Yes. Internal process sheets follow every order, capturing the process timings and checks required by the specification, and are supplied with the finished parts.

  • Yes — send us your drawing and spec and our team will confirm the correct process route and whether we hold the necessary approval.

Have any questions? Talk to our team.

Tell us about your components and standards — we'll then advise on the right process.

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