With our state-of-the-art Qualicoat approved polyester powder coating (PPC) line, from small trim to A surface body in white, we can offer a vast range of solutions, aesthetic or performance driven.
Our automotive powder coatings solutions are available in an exciting spectrum of over 2000 colours, textures and gloss levels, with further experience in high temperature solutions to 550 degrees for performance vehicles and exhaust areas.
Our powder coating equipment, processes and quality standards have been recognised and approved by all major powder sector manufacturers and most recently by QUALICOAT, the world’s leading quality label for the coating of aluminium.
Ash & Lacy Finishes provide the same high-quality services to any third parties, delivering aluminium coating requirements to QUALICOAT standards across a wide range of markets and industries.
For enhanced corrosion resistance, e-coat primers are applied for mild steel and aluminium components prior to powder coating.
Process Capability
Our process encompasses the latest legislative and environmental performance requirements for the industry, utilising a five-stage pre-treatment process including demineralised water and Chemetall chrome-free chemistry. The very latest GEMA automated electrostatic application guns guarantee efficient powder application, as well as reduced energy consumption ensuring optimum powder delivery combined with superb quality finish.
Quality Control
All powder coatings are checked, tested and recorded by our trained staff and the test results retained in our quality control laboratory on site for external auditing purposes.
Quality tests include:
In house:
Adhesion
Impact
Gloss level
Coating thickness
Mandrel
Cupping
External:
Exposure
Salt spray
Weathering
Warranties
Powder coatings are high performance, high quality, durable coatings designed to offer excellent durability, good chemical resistance and mechanical performance. Just like with liquid PVDF finishes, powder coatings come with a limited warranty when they are applied to specific grades of aluminium. Whilst guarantees can vary depending on the project location, powder specification and powder manufacturer, our coating warranties cover will always centre around gloss level, colour retention and adhesion.
Ash & Lacy Applicator Approvals
Ash & Lacy are proud to hold approved applicator status for a number of globally recognised powder manufacturers, with the certifications to back this up. By choosing an Ash & Lacy finish, you can be sure the end result will look inspiring, creating an impression and stand the test of time.
QUALICOAT
QUALICOAT has established specifications defining minimum requirements for plant and equipment, coating materials and finished products. All requirements in the Specifications must be met before a quality label can be granted. These Specifications are designed to ensure high-quality of coated products for use in architectural applications.
Key Benefits
- Over 2000 colours to choose from
- Matte, gloss, two-tone metallic and anodised effects
- High temperature solutions
- Colour matching services available
Capabilities
Providing our clients with full service solutions that encompass our wide range of process capabilities and specialist manufacturing techniques.
Perforated & Expanded Mesh
Our all-across and CNC-operated punch presses contain punches to stamp a full sheet width or cluster series of holes, producing your required perforated pattern.
Expanded Mesh
Our dedicated, purpose-built expanded metal machines simultaneously slit and stretch longitudinally.
Laser Cutting
Our in-house 2D flat bed and 3D 5-axis lasers offer bespoke mesh and pattern designs with no tooling cost and quick turnaround, whilst complementing our complex geometry pressing for trimming and detail without distortion.
Metal Pressing & Stamping
Utilising a wide range of press tonnages and bed sizes, we can cater from simple form operations to full car width multistage progression pressing.
Photo Etching
Our in-house metal photochemical etching line can realise intricate designs faster and more efficiently than ever.
Fabrication
Our CNC milling supports a huge scope of capabilities to bring your vision to life. Our MIG, TIG or robotic automated laser welding are there to offer the optimum solution.
Finishes
We offer a wide range of coatings and processes to best fit the application, vision, and style.
Assembly
With our state-of-the-art Qualicoat approved polyester powder coating (PPC) line, from small trim to A surface body in white, we can offer a vast range of solutions, aesthetic or performance driven.
