JC Metalworks runs one of the UK’s most flexible and productive, state-of-the-art, automated electrostatic powder coating lines. We provide high-volume powder coating services perfectly suited to finish all kinds of aluminium and steel metalwork.
Our machinery offers unrivalled quality, consistency and flexibility, allowing us to serve more clients throughout the UK. Based in Loughborough, Leicestershire, we are perfectly positioned to serve the East Midlands and beyond.
Having manufacturing facilities on-site ensures our place as leaders in the UK metalworking and powder coating industry; a position we will keep through our commitment to further inward investment.
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Our professional powder coating services make use of speciality coloured powders, paints and finishes for metals including aluminium and steel.
When we take on new projects, we work with client colours and can have special colours made to avoid branding inconsistencies and to maintain the high-quality look and feel of a product that we’re known for.
Our team of powder coaters work closely with our suppliers to ensure precision and accuracy for all of the parts and products we manufacture for our clients.
Common materials include:
Our ITW Gema Powder Coater offers unrivalled quality, consistency and flexibility to our UK powder coating services. Being an automated coating line, it features a run rate of two metres per minute. It has the ability to change colours in under 10 minutes for maximum productivity. That means on time deliveries for you.
We have made significant investments in the latest automatic technology, the ITW Gema powder coating system, industry-renowned for its precision and efficiency, to deliver flawless results that exceed your expectations.
Examples of large volume metal parts and products created using our powder coating services include the manufacture of:
We offer full project management for your sheet metalwork too, including sheet metal assembly services.
Powder coating is a highly durable and environmentally sustainable finishing process that delivers exceptional protection and a superior aesthetic for your metal fabrications. Unlike traditional liquid paint, dry powder is electrostatically applied to the metal surface and then cured in an oven. This creates a robust finish with excellent resistance to chipping, scratching, fading, and corrosion, making it ideal for a wide array of applications, from critical industrial components to high-quality consumer products.
We use an advanced ITW Gema powder coating system, known for its precision application, excellent transfer efficiency, and consistent finish quality. This system allows for fast colour changes and high throughput, making it ideal for both small and large production runs.
Our powder coating expertise primarily extends to various metal components, including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium. Our system is meticulously optimised to ensure a uniform, long-lasting finish across these diverse substrates, guaranteeing superior durability regardless of the material type.
Before any part is coated, it undergoes a thorough pre-wash and preparation process to remove oils, contaminants, and oxidation. This critical step ensures strong powder adhesion and enhances durability.
Yes, we carry out buffing to smooth surfaces and ensure an even finish. We also perform bunging, which involves masking or plugging holes and threads to protect areas that shouldn’t be coated. This attention to detail ensures a high-quality, functional finish.
We offer a wide range of standard and custom colours in various textures and gloss levels—from smooth matte blacks to metallic gloss finishes. We can match corporate colours or assist in selecting the perfect look for your product.
Yes, our automated line and ITW Gema system are designed for efficiency and speed, making us capable of handling both small batches and high-volume production runs with quick turnaround and consistent quality.
Our powder-coated finishes provide superior durability and outstanding corrosion resistance, significantly outperforming traditional wet paint applications. The finish is remarkably tough and flexible, engineered to withstand rigorous everyday wear and challenging environmental exposure, making it perfectly suited for both demanding indoor and harsh outdoor applications.
We can accommodate a variety of part sizes, including large components, depending on your specific project requirements. Feel free to get in touch with dimensions, and we’ll confirm suitability.
Quality is built into every stage—from thorough pre-treatment and surface prep, to expert coating and final inspection. We maintain strict process controls and regularly test finishes for thickness, adhesion, and consistency to ensure a flawless result.
Wet painting: This method uses liquid paint, which includes solvents to maintain the right fluid consistency.
Powder coating: It’s a dry powder applied to the surface. The powder contains resins (usually polyester, polyester-epoxy, acrylic, or polyethylene) and pigments. Note that it doesn’t contain solvents.
Wet painting: Requires skilled painters to apply the liquid paint evenly. Curing can happen in an oven or through air drying. It may fade over time but offers flexibility in colour options and easy touch-ups.
Powder coating: Applied using an electrostatic gun, which charges the powder particles and attracts them to the metal surface. Then, the item cures in an oven. It is more durable than wet paint and less likely to chip or scratch.
Yes, we are able to powder coat as part of our end-to-end fabrication process.
JC Metalworks specialise in the fabrication of sheet metal parts. Powder coating is just one of our areas of expertise, for the vast majority of cases it would be a complement to our other services offered.
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