Stellar Aluminium has successfully achieved continued compliance with Qualicoat specification, reinforcing its commitment to quality, consistency and surface finish excellence.

As part of the rigorous Qualicoat accreditation process, Stellar Aluminium’s in-house powder coating facility is subject to two unannounced inspections each year. These comprehensive audits assess every aspect of the coating operation, from pretreatment and application through to curing, testing and quality control procedures. Following successful completion of these inspections, certification is issued annually.

The most recent inspection confirmed Stellar Aluminium continues to meet all Qualicoat requirements, including Seaside specification standards.

By retaining a fully integrated, Qualicoat-accredited powder coating plant, Stellar Aluminium maintains complete control over quality at every stage of production. Profiles are painted and rolled in-house, eliminating risks associated with third-party coating and ensuring a consistent, durable and high-quality finish across the entire product range.

It is also worth noting that the polyamide thermal break is rolled post powder coating. This process is designed to remove any risk of paint delamination from the thermal break, preventing potential aesthetic issues and ensuring a superior finished appearance.

Martin Westwood, production manager at Stellar Aluminium, said: “Qualicoat compliance is not a one-off achievement, but an ongoing commitment. The unannounced inspections are extremely thorough and passing them each year demonstrates the strength of our systems, our people and our attention to detail. It gives our customers complete confidence in the long-term performance of every Stellar profile.”