Origin introduces in-house powder coating

Origin has launched a new, 64,000ft2 in-house powder coating facility in Bicester, located next to its raw material hub.

The facility boasts £3 million in cutting-edge equipment and gives Origin complete control over its manufacturing process. According to Origin, it also represents a ‘powerful statement for its long-term product quality and operations’.

Origin’s new powder coating offering begins with a rigorous 4-stage mechanical cleaning process. The company’s unique linishing machine, reported to be the only one of its kind in the UK, utilises air, water, and adjustable brushes to eliminate even the slightest imperfections from the aluminium profile.

This key stage increases the quality of material and ensures a pristine surface, ready for the 10-stage, chrome-free, pre-treatment process, exceeding the industry standard of five to sevent stages. To meet all customer requirements, Origin will offer Class 1, 2 or 3 powder.

This ensures the finish on its profile and hinges is superior in corrosion resistance, durability, and aesthetics. Additionally, textured finishes are now available to expand design possibilities for homeowners.

To ensure prolonged quality, Origin says that its in-house laboratory will continuously conduct tests to ensure the powder coating’s integrity, including testing for adhesion, colour, resistance to cracking and film thickness.

This investment means Origin gains increased independence from external powder coaters. With Origin now having full control, it means that lead times to all colours can be reduced. Furthermore, as profile will be painted on demand and will be of straight to line quality, it minimises the risk of damage being made during storage or transport. This offers significant quality assurances and operational advantages to its network of partners across the UK.

“At Origin, we are relentless in our pursuit of perfection,” said, Daniel Baker, managing director at Origin. “The launch of our in-house powder coating facility represents a significant leap forward in achieving this goal. By taking complete control of the process, from raw material to finished product, we can manufacture the most exquisite and durable doors and windows in the world. This ensures our partners can offer the very best to their customers.”