Built for aluminium.Run as one process.
A purpose-built Elland facility connecting immersion pre-treatment, automated powder application and in-house laboratory control for architectural aluminium projects.
- Facility
- 28,000 sq ft
- Experience
- 50+ years combined
- Connection
- M62 / Junction 24
01 / Facility
Three disciplines.
One controlled line.
Swallow’s 28,000 sq ft facility was established around the handling and finishing requirements of architectural aluminium.
The workflow keeps pre-treatment, powder application and testing connected under one roof. This allows the team to review incoming material, manage process conditions and assess the finished surface without separating critical stages.
The Elland location is positioned just off Junction 24 of the M62 for access across the North of England.
Production principle
Prepare. Apply. Test. Keep the chain intact.
Mechanical and chemical testing is carried out in-house to support process and finished-product control.
02 / Capability schedule
What the line is equipped to handle.
- Extrusion length
- Up to 7.0 metres
Architectural aluminium profiles reviewed against geometry, weight and handling requirements.
- Component formats
- Profile / sheet / flashing
Extrusions form the core service, with architectural sheet and folded flashings also considered.
- Application
- Gema OptiCenter
Fully automated horizontal powder line with recovery technology for controlled production.
- Preparation
- Seven-stage immersion
Chemetall chromium-free Gardobond X4707 conversion technology.
- Finish systems
- RAL / BS / effects
Solid colours, metallic effects and textured architectural polyester finishes.
- Quality control
- Mechanical / chemical
In-house testing carried out to the stated process and Qualicoat specification controls.
- Exposure
- C5-suitable options
Project-specific coating systems suitable for coastal exposure, subject to specification review.
- Typical turnaround
- One week
Subject to job scope, material availability, current capacity and finish system.
- Transport
- Collection / delivery
Free collection and delivery may be available for eligible projects within the service area.
03 / Project fit
Six details move
a quote forward.
Providing the right technical information at enquiry stage helps the team review capacity and coating-system suitability quickly.
- 01
Profile or component
Section drawing, photograph or clear component description.
- 02
Maximum length
Longest workpiece plus any handling constraints.
- 03
Quantity
Number of lengths, sheets or flashings and approximate programme.
- 04
Finish reference
RAL, BS or manufacturer-specific colour and surface character.
- 05
Environment
Interior, exterior, coastal or other project performance requirement.
- 06
Target date
Required delivery and any phased-production needs.
Does the project fit?
Let’s establish it.
Send the profile, maximum length, quantity, finish, environment and required date for review.