Pexa launches the Axson Coatings bulk storage tank lining coatings in the UK

Pexa, the specialist supplier of surface finishing materials to the energy and other high tech markets is very pleased to announce that it has been selected by Axson Coatings (formerly BS-Coatings) as its UK distributor for the Eurokote® range of coatings for the lining of bulk storage containers of fuels and petrochemical products. 

This new capability fits perfectly with Pexa’s strategy of offering specialist materials for key field of application in the energy sector. Pexa can now supply speciality coatings for wind turbines, all metal and concrete structures in exposed conditions and large scale storage tank linings. 

Axson Coatings was established in 1945 and is a world leader in anti corrosion coatings for storage tanks and pipelines. The company’s Eurokote® product range is widely approved by major refinery and petrochemical operators around the World. 

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Pexa joins www.renewablesnetwork.co.uk

We're delighted to announce our membership of www.renewablesnetwork.co.uk


Renewables Network plays a leading role in supporting established businesses looking to grow into the market, and supporting start-ups looking for rapid growth and investment, providing a practical business development service, information services and a network of sector expertise.

Renewables Network supports manufacturers, contractors and developers seeking to increase supply-chain competitiveness. It supports the academic and public sectors to engage and understand the renewable sector.

We're looking forward to getting to know other like minded businesses from the renewables sector while gaining valuable industry knowledge from other members.

Pexa launches the BASF RELEST® Wind Turbine Repair Coatings System in the UK

Pexa, the specialist supplier of surface finishing materials to the energy and other high tech markets is excited to announce the launch of the BASF RELEST^® Wind system for the coating of wind turbine blades. The UK market for wind turbine installations will expand rapidly over the next 10 years and Pexa and BASF are helping to create the supply chain which will support the UK’s production and maintenance of wind turbine blades.

BASF has invested heavily in developing this technology, which combines extreme durability with ease of application. BASF has its own whirling arm erosion test facility where paints and coatings are developed to resist the high levels of erosion encountered on fast moving turbine blade tips. The coatings system includes aerodynamic filler, gel coat and finish coat to faithfully reproduce the factory finish in the field.
BASF’s RELEST^® Wind coatings are widely approved by major wind turbine manufacturers around the World and have the important GL Certification required by the industry.

Pexa will concentrate on developing local approvals with the UK based wind turbine industry, training & certifying operators and contractors to apply the system at any of the key operational stages. Pexa has created a new website at www.windturbinecoatings.com which is an excellent resource for those interested in this subject. Pexa’s distribution network will ensure that the product system can be delivered in time to anywhere in the UK & Ireland. Pexa is a specialist in surface coatings and will provide full technical product support.

“One of the most exciting features of the RELEST^® Wind system is the RepKit”, said Jim Rowbotham, M.D. of Pexa. “This is an aluminium box specially selected to contain all the products necessary to effect a repair to the blade coating in situ. The RepKit is a fully UN approved portable container which allows a contractor to carry all products and consumables needed to any location on land or at sea”.

Uwe Pinzer of BASF said, “The UK wind market will be very dynamic over the next few years as the UK develops its renewable energy capacity. The RELEST^® Wind system represents a key investment for BASF and reflects our position as a leader in emerging new technologies. We are confident that Pexa can deliver our technology and provide an excellent service to our customers in the UK and Ireland. ”

AkzoNobel wins Airbus SQIP Silver Award

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has been recognized by Airbus Industries at their Supply Chain and Quality Improvement Program (SQIP) event 2012.

As one of Airbus’ most strategic suppliers, AkzoNobel received the Silver Award for supply chain and quality improvement at the Airbus headquarters in Toulouse. The event marked the conclusion of a 3 year program to further raise levels of quality and supply from all Airbus’ major supply companies.

John Griffin, Director AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings EMEA, comments that the SQIP program proactively drives continuous improvement that benefits AkzoNobel and all of our customers. He sees the award as a great honor for the Aerospace Coatings’ division.

The SQIP program sets a benchmark for AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings and presents a new challenge in the form of SQIP 2015 which shall drive strategic suppliers to achieve 100% on time delivery with zero rejections.

Pexa exhibiting at Aero Engineering 2012

You'll find us on stand 919 at the Aero Engineering 2012 show. We're planning to unveil a number of new products at this year’s show. As the UK’s official distributor of Akzo Nobel aerospace coatings, Pexa will introduce its new product technologies. Samples will be available of Spray2Fix, the new aerosol format for two component aerospace coatings. This new product allows for touch up using two component coatings directly from an aerosol with the correct proportions already filled into the aerosol. Another new capability is Akzo Nobel’s 58 Series topcoat approved to Mil-PRF-85285 and BSX34. Pexa is installing its own local colour mix facility for this product, which will allow its customers to obtain small quantities of these specifications on a quick turnaround. In addition Pexa will be showcasing the Sherwin Babbco range of NDT products, including dye penetrant, magnetic particle and ultrasonic couplant products. Pexa will have a full range of these materials available on its stand.