2) Quality, by reducing transportation there was
a reduced risk of damage to the parts.
3) Environment, being a company that cares about
our environment by reducing transport we
reduced our carbon footprint. We also reduced
the amount of plastic being used to protect the
parts during transportation. The materials used
for wrapping the parts is not re-cyclable.
The first step was to purchase and install the
pre-treatment wash which prepares the aluminium
for powder coating. A major investment for us but
one that eventually brought about the return
expected. We did this with the help of Pre-Treatment
Solutions based in Coventry (Barry Clements). The
water de-ionisation facility was installed using a
local company.
There is a process of in-depth checks and record
keeping discipline to be followed to meet the
stringent Qualicoat specification. This required a
small office type area, our lab, and a chemical
testing area with all the necessary equipment to
carry out the tests. Equipment supplied by Elcometer
with the two staff trained in how to use them
correctly. We used a local process engineer (Steve
Gowers), who we have used before, to help set up
the systems and advise on the record keeping as
well as liaise with Qualicoat and Pre-Treatment
Solutions for advice, queries inspections etc. Barry
& Steve were known by the Warren team as the
grey haired old boys in the Hi-Viz jackets
Although the journey has been tough at times
achieving the Qualicoat licence is something
everyone at Warren Services is immensely proud of.
Telephone: +44 (0) 2475 090 133
Email: [email protected]
Visit: www.pretreatmentsolutionsltd.com
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