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QUALICOAT UK & IRELAND
Powders also come in various grades , all offer a long life expectancy , but higher grades , or classes of powder offer greater colour fastness when subject to UV light and better gloss retention . Gloss can be lost as a result of airborne abrasion as well as UV degradation . Typically , we see Class 1 powders used in the UK with some high rise and prestigious projects opting for more resilient Class 2 powders . Class 3 powders are generally not used in the UK and are specified in harsher environments such as in the equatorial regions .
There is quite a mix to choose from and the recommendations from QUALICOAT to the Specifier would be to review the various providers of coated aluminium in the facade , even if it is coming from just one installer / sub-contractor . By being aware of the potential issues that could be raised on what is the most visible aspect of an aluminium facade , its finish is crucial to a project being completed on time and in the right quality .
QUALICOAT members , who can be found on the QUALICOAT UK & Ireland website , are available to discuss any project requirements and advise on the best combination of pretreatment and powder coating for any project given its location and exposure .
Copies of the sixteenth edition of the QUALICOAT Standard , complete with the amended updates , are available through the UK Association website , www . qualicoatuki . org together with an up-to-date list of licensed UK and Ireland Powder Suppliers , Pretreatment Suppliers and Applicators .
Printed literature and telephone support is available from QUALICOAT UK & Ireland Head Office in Birmingham on 0330 236 2800 or email enquiries @ qualicoatuki . org .
The Association can also be followed on Twitter @ Qualicoatuki

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