Projects

Trailers are indispensable links in logistics, construction and distribution. They are used intensively every day and must continue to function reliably under all circumstances. However, the trailers are also constantly exposed to factors that accelerate wear: UV radiation, stone chips, brine, mud, oil, moisture and temperature fluctuations. These influences ensure that both plastic and metal parts of the trailer lose their colour, shine and protective properties over time.

Since the 1990s, many Dutch school communities have replaced their outdated wooden window frames with powder-coated aluminium. This transition was made at the time due to the need for a long lifespan, less maintenance and a modern look. Aluminium window frames proved to be strong, durable and resistant to weather influences. Moreover, they required little maintenance in the early years.

A well-maintained school building contributes to a positive learning environment and the image of an educational institution. This was no different for the Dalton College in The Hague. After years of intensive use and exposure to weather conditions, the facade frames had lost their original appearance. The colour had become dull, the surface was dirty, and the protective properties of the existing coating were visibly diminishing.

The ING Bank branch at Koopmansstraat 12 in Almere is a representative and functional building that is used daily by customers and employees. As a financial service provider, a neat and professional appearance of the building is of great importance. The facade of the building, with its sleek aluminum frames and facade panels, plays a decisive role in this.

The WMD water tower in Hoogeveen is a recognizable building with a striking appearance. As a utilitarian and architectural object, it is essential that the tower looks well-maintained and is resistant to weather influences. In this project, the powder-coated roof cladding in particular was visibly affected: the colour had faded, the surface was dull, and the protective properties of the original coating had diminished.

Overhead doors are a prominent and functional part of the building in many business environments. They are used intensively in logistics halls, warehouses, garages and distribution centres, and are often the first visual point of contact for visitors, suppliers and staff. However, due to prolonged exposure to sunlight, rain, wind, dirt and air pollution, the original coating layer on these doors becomes visibly weathered over time. The gloss disappears, the colour becomes duller and the surface looks dull or chalky, a sign of ageing of the top layer due to UV degradation and micro-pollution.

In recent years, various stadiums have been working on the visual and technical restoration of large numbers of stadium seats. Due to prolonged exposure to the elements, intensive use and ageing of the material, these seats often lose their original colour and shine. The sun causes UV fading, rain and moisture leave dirt and residue, and daily use leads to superficial wear and discolouration. This not only affects the appearance of the stadium, but also shortens the lifespan of the seats.

The building at Le Pooleweg 6–11 was struggling with a common problem in urban and industrial environments: the weathering and discolouration of the aluminium window frames due to long-term exposure to atmospheric pollution. Factors such as exhaust fumes, particulate matter, acid rain, UV radiation and fluctuations in temperature and humidity all contribute to the deterioration of the top layer of powder-coated surfaces. As a result, window frames lose their original colour and gloss, discolouration and dull spots occur and the surface becomes more susceptible to dirt adhesion and further deterioration.

In industrial and technical environments, machines are subject to influences on a daily basis that can negatively affect their appearance and functioning. Think of dirt, dust, grease, oils, chemical vapours and UV radiation. Over time, these factors cause discolouration, weathering of paint layers and damage to the surface. This makes maintenance more intensive, the appearance less professional and can ultimately even shorten the lifespan of the machines.