Technical
Bath Size
Galvanizing: TOP - 5M X 1.8M X 1.6M, SPIN - 3M X 1M X 2M (We are able to work to larger sizes please call for more information)
Powder Coating:
Auto Line: 6m Long x 3m Deep x 600mm Wide
Batch Line: 8m Long x 2.5m Deep x 2m Wide
Falling Weight Test
A physical test of a coatings performance, measured by allowing a measured weight to fall a measured distance under gravity to impact a sample plate. The result of the test is described by the damage the plate suffers from the impact.
Handling
Depending upon size and shape, articles for galvanizing may require suspension holes or lifting lugs. They may alternatively be handled by chains, or for smaller articles, on racks or in baskets.
Surface Contamination
Clean steel surfaces are essential for good galvanizing.
Contamination in the form of grease, tar, paint and weld slag cannot be removed by chemical cleaning and may result in black bare spots after galvanizing.
Anti spatter weld sprays should be water-soluble to allow removal by the galvanizer during pretreatment stages.
Venting and Draining
On many sections of steelwork, provision must be made for venting and draining. Every sealed section of a fabrication must be vented for safety and to allow access and drainage of molten zinc, with holes diagonally opposite each other and as close as possible to the sealed end.
If you‘re still not sure, send us a sketch and we‘ll mark vent and drain holes for you, at no cost.
News
Intricate coating on butterfly sculpture
R&C have recently completed a unique project that involved galvanizing and then an intricate powder coating of a butterfly sculpture for the Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre in Yorkshire.Whilst the galvanizing element was straight forward the detail in the powder coating was very difficult… another first class job from Roebuck & Clarke.
R&C Finding Religion
Equaman Metal Products and local sculptor, Andy Shaw were commissioned by the academy of St Francis School to design and produce a large scale religious sculpture.Based on the St Francis of Assisi theme, the sculpture which is fondly referred to as Frank, has been created in steel.Equaman Metal Products turned to R&C to galvanize the complex and large (5 metres) sculpture.When asked why they chose R&C: ‘We have worked with the guys at R&C before and they understand the quality of finish that is needed on thin gauge steel sculptures, their quality and attention to detail is second to none, and as you can see from the finished sculpture, the result adds to the aesthetic value of the project.’
Dualcoat, Dual Benefit
Market research highlights that our Galvanizing customers are becoming increasingly demanding of a complete solution… that includes not only Galvanizing but the ultimate Powder Coat finish - rather than use two suppliers, they are looking for a single source supply.R&C have developed the perfect solution - Dualcoat… the combination of Galvanizing for protection and Powder Coating for enhanced protection and stylish finish… all under one roof allowing you to save time & money through efficency.The Ultimate FinishR&C offer the flexibility of Dualcoat under one roof, reducing transport costs and minimising time delays, allowing us to focus on one area of responsibility.• Single Source Supply• Reduces Time& Costs• Only dealing with one supplier• Responding to customers needsNew investment at R&C in 2012
After an interesting year at R&C that saw major changes, new investment has been made into the Company for 2012 that will see R&C take the UK Galvanizing & Powder Coating markets by storm.New investors NDLS feel 2012 is the right time to expand in the UK markets and are totally committed to supporting R&C’s ambitious growth plans.Whilst remaining committed to the philosophy of customer service on a daily basis, 2012 will see the start of some major developments within the company.Namely the commissioning of a new 40,000 sq. ft.‘state-of-the-art’ Galvanizing facility. This will include a brand new custom designed Galvanizing production line that will be amongst the finest in the UK.Investing in peopleR&C understand that people deal with people and have recently created the position of commercial manager to oversee all aspects of customer relations. Simon Prest has many years of industry experience with Akzo Nobel companies throughout the world, and brings enthusiasm, knowledge and direction to our already experienced team.The future’s brightR&C wish all our customers a very prosperous New Year and are looking forward to working with each and every one of them in 2012.
Creating the dream for local nursery school
R&C’s customer ‘Steel Dreams’ have for over 20 years been designing and manufacturing some amazing bespoke steelwork, their work may be found in the foyers and reception areas of some of the UK’s foremost venues, businesses and residences.They were commissioned by Ashbrow Nursery School in Huddersfield to realise a dream the children had.The children had designed their own School gates and Steel Dreams were tasked with the complex manufacturing of their imagery.After manufacture the complex gates were galvanized for a lifetimes protection by R&C.Afterwards the gates were painted to the original colours on the childrens drawings…a time consuming but rewarding exercise.
Ascent Precision continue R&C Partnership
Asecent Precision have announced this morning that they have won the next phase of the London Bike scheme and we will be processing all the galvanising. Because of the excellent quality & service that R&C had provided with the previous orders they have been awarded the contract.
This will begin in August and run through February 2012R&C strengthen the powder coating team
R&C Coatings rapid growth has seen the need for additional experienced staff at the state of the art plant.
Richard Barr with over 34 years industry experience joins R&C as plant manger to oversee production.
Richard's experience will ensure the quality and reliability maintain and exceed the high standards already set
Competition Winner
Congratulations to HC Engineering who won our Formula One competition for tickets to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. We hope you had a great time.
Check out for any new competitions on the R&C homepage.
Keeping the bikes covered
R&C have been working closely with Blueberry of Leicester to deliver a powder coating solution for a range of products that include bike shelters.
Blueberry Bike shelters can be manufactured to meet specific site requirements or a selection of standard designs are available upon request. Bolt down or with 'root' foundations, shelters are modular in construction, available for any number of bike stands, with clear or solid roof construction.
The demands of all-weather protection have been met by R&C's pre-treatment and quality of powder coating.
Difficult manufacturing task made easy…
'When our Irish sister company, Irish Industrial Tanks, came to us with an order for some sprinkler tanks for the new Bombardier factory, we knew it was not your everyday type of order! The customer was building a new factory to manufacture fuselage and wings for the new C series aeroplane conveniently located at Belfast Airport. They needed very large, state of the art sprinkler tanks to sit alongside their new factory. In this instance the highest quality steel panels were integral to building the right structure for the customer. Our natural choice of supplier to meet these high standards was Roebuck & Clarke. These were the some of the largest panels that Galglass had ever worked with so Roebuck & Clarke's expertise was key to the successful delivery of this project. The quality of material supplied from Roebuck and Clarke; coupled with their collaborative approach of working closely to our specific needs, confirmed them as outstanding suppliers of galvanized steel.'
Clio Boyce
