Aerospace

Every aircraft is a complex assembly of components which all have a specific technical requirement. Lightweight coatings are required for both the exterior and interior of an aircraft to protect and minimise corrosion, while at the same time showing company branding colours and designs, enabling immediate customer recognition.

Traditionally structures were manufactured in metal but they are increasingly being replaced with lightweight, corrosion free composites such as carbon fibre. The exterior must withstand extremes in temperature and moisture as well as UVA, whereas the interior must be durable to withstand a high footfall of passengers and decorated in keeping with the brand design.

Coordinating colours palettes on a wide range of materials is a constant challenge for the airline industry. Cabin seating, carpets and bulkheads involve fabrics, leathers, plastics, to name just a few of the elements that are combined inside an aircraft.