Remembering Barry Ward

Remembering Barry Ward

Everyone at Profin is deeply saddened by the passing of Barry Ward, our former Quality Manager on Friday 25th October 2024. Barry played an instrumental role in establishing and upholding the quality standards we adhere to today. His unwavering dedication and...

Atotech’s Zinc Flake Coating

Atotech’s Zinc Flake Coating

Zinc Flake Coating: A Deep Dive into Atotech’s Innovative Solutions Introduction Corrosion protection is a critical consideration for industries like automotive, construction, and aerospace, where components are exposed to harsh environmental conditions. In review of...

ISO 14001

ISO 14001

The Importance of Using an Environmentally Friendly Metal Finisher: Why Profin's ISO 14001 Certification Matters In today's world, where sustainability and environmental responsibility are increasingly prioritised, businesses across all sectors are being called upon...

Tribute to Peter Smith, 1939 – 2024

Tribute to Peter Smith, 1939 – 2024

Dedicated to the memory of Peter Smith This site is a tribute to Peter Smith. He is much loved and will always be remembered. We are extremely saddened at the recent passing away of Peter Smith on 10th February 2024, the former MD and owner of PFG / Profin Protective...

Shotblasting – How key is it to a good finish?

Shotblasting – How key is it to a good finish?

SHOTBLASTING - How key is it to a good finish Shot blasting is an excellent pre-treatment method for metal finishing, including powder coating, due to its numerous benefits and its ability to enhance the overall quality and durability of the final coating. Let's delve...

Ecoating vs Zinc Plating Benefits for and Against

Ecoating vs Zinc Plating Benefits for and Against

When it comes to protecting metal surfaces from corrosion, two popular options are Ecoating, Ecoat, EP Coating and zinc plating. Both processes have their own benefits and drawbacks, so let's take a closer look. Ecoating, Ecoat, EP Coating, short for electrodeposition...

Ecoat (Ecoating) Uses you have never heard of!

Ecoat (Ecoating) Uses you have never heard of!

E-COAT / E-COATING / EP COATING AND ITS MANY USES  Electrocoating is a method of applying paint to a conductive substrate. The process is also known as E Coat, EP Paint, KTL, Electro paint, E-Coat, EPD, E Coating and Cathodic Electrophoretic Painting.It is used...

New Machinery Alert – Shotblaster 800mm x 600mm

New Machinery Alert – Shotblaster 800mm x 600mm

ShotblastingShot blasting is a surface treatment we use at Profin all the time to get parts ready for whatever coating they require next. Applying a coating to unclean materials can cause a lack of adhesion, sharp burrs and edges can cause lacerations. How Does Shot...