Aerospace & Defence

Elevating Aerospace & Defence Capabilities with Specialised Anodising Solutions

In the demanding realms of Aerospace and Defence, Hard Anodising Surface Treatments Ltd stands as a beacon of excellence. Our advanced anodising services cater to the critical needs of these sectors, providing components that excel under extreme conditions.

Our Aerospace Anodising Expertise

  • Tailored Solutions: Customised anodising to enhance durability and performance.
  • Advanced Processes: Incorporating both hard and chromic acid anodising for superior results.
  • Compliance and Quality: Adhering to BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and AS 9100 standards.
The United Kingdom has a significant presence in the global aerospace industry, having 17% of the total market share. The aerospace industry accounts for 84000 British jobs. Being a NADCAP accredited chemical processing plant since 2008, it has come to pass that over 25% of our business.

Aerospace is the branch of engineering concerned with flying machines like aeroplanes, jets, ballistic missiles, and space probes – any vehicle designed to enter any space from the interstellar medium down to the troposphere.

Precision engineered components designated as aerospace or defence must be treated and processed with a high degree of care and to an apt standard. At HAL, aerospace process sheets are flagged as ‘Aerospace / Defence Certification required’. They have extra features like ‘operator-controlled variables’, where we log data about the physical process conditions particular to that job.

During the contract review stage, quality personnel search for discrepancies between items, orders, and technical drawings.

At HAL, we offer a range of surface finishes that can apply your aerospace parts with desirable physical and chemical properties. Properties like hardness and corrosion resistance, both insular and electrically conductive.

Tailored Anodising for Enhanced Durability and Performance

Understanding the unique needs of the Aerospace and Defence sectors, we offer customised anodising solutions that enhance the durability and performance of components. Our advanced anodising processes, including both hard anodising and chromic acid anodising, provide superior corrosion resistance, reduced friction, and increased wear resistance, essential for the high-performance requirements of these industries.

Processes Offered include Hard Anodising, Sulphuric Acid Anodising, Chromic Acid Anodising, Chromate Conversion (Alocrom1200), Chrome Free Conversion (Iridite NCP/TCP), Electroless Nickel Plating high/low/ medium phosphorous, Niklad Ice Ultra, Aqua Blasting, and masking. Chemical conversion coatings produce surfaces that improve the corrosion resistance of aluminium and magnesium alloys. They also increase surface energy which allows the bonding of paints and adhesives.
Anodizing processes are available for aluminium, magnesium, and titanium parts. Chromic and sulphuric acid processes improve corrosion resistance on aluminium and magnesium parts. Chromic acid anodising is suitable for use on components with lapped joints.

Hard Anodising is commonly applied to aluminium alloys, although processes for magnesium and titanium exist. Hard anodised films have high dielectric properties.

Electroless nickel plating improves hardness, abrasion, and corrosion resistance on most metal surfaces. The process deposits a layer of either nickel phosphorous, nickel-tin or nickel-boron alloy onto the substrate. The advantage of the electroless route is that the coating forms wherever the plating solution comes into contact with the substrate, even in deep recesses.

Commitment to Quality and Compliance with Industry Standards

Quality assurance is paramount in our operations. Our anodising processes are not only compliant with industry standards such as BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and AS 9100, but they also adhere to stringent internal quality checks. This commitment ensures that every treated component meets the high-quality benchmarks required in Aerospace and Defence applications.

Innovating for the Future of Aerospace and Defence

As the Aerospace and Defence industries evolve, so do our anodising solutions. We are continually innovating and adapting our processes to align with the latest technological advancements and environmental considerations. Our focus on R&D ensures that we stay ahead in providing anodising solutions that contribute to the future of these dynamic industries.

Partner with Us for Your Anodising Needs

We invite Aerospace and Defence industry partners to experience the difference our specialised anodising services can make. Whether it’s a bespoke project or a large-scale production requirement, our team is equipped to provide solutions that meet your specific needs. Get in touch with us to discuss how we can support your projects with our expert anodising services, tailored specifically for the Aerospace and Defence sectors.

FAQs

How do Hard Anodising's services benefit aerospace components?
Our anodising services enhance the durability, corrosion resistance, and wear resistance of aerospace components, making them ideal for the sector’s high-performance requirements. This results in longer-lasting and more reliable parts for aerospace applications.
What quality standards do your aerospace anodising processes meet?
We strictly adhere to BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and AS 9100 standards, ensuring that our anodising processes for aerospace components meet the highest quality and reliability benchmarks.
Can you provide customised anodising solutions for defence projects?
Absolutely. We offer tailored anodising solutions to meet the specific needs of defence projects, ensuring that components meet the precise requirements of this critical industry.

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We are a dedicated provider of specialist metal finishing services, concentrating primarily on the anodising of aluminium.