Hawking development and marketing of Electrophoretic systems since 1985

The Hawking name has been associated with the development and marketing of specialist electrophoretic coating systems since 1985.

Hawking Electrotechnology Ltd is at the forefront of technological advancements in this field and supplies its products through a distribution network that extends into some 30 countries worldwide and growing.

Quality British Electrophoretic Solutions
Distributed Worldwide

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Over seventy years of technical knowledge

Our customers depend on our technology to enhance wear resistance and corrosion protection, improve aesthetic appearance and enable long lasting performance.

r&d

Research & Development – the heart of everything we do

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New product design and development is more often than not a crucial factor in the survival of a company. In an industry that is changing fast, firms must continually revise their design and range of products. This is necessary due to continuous technology change and development

as well as other competitors and the changing preference of customers. Without an R&D program, a firm must rely on strategic alliances, acquisitions, and networks to tap into the innovations of others.

worldwide
distribution

The Hawking range of e-coat solutions is available from a network of dedicated worldwide distributors – As an ever expanding organisation we welcome the opportunity to work alongside organisations that will help offer our global client base services and solutions that complement our product offering.

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subcon

Not only is Hawking a manufacturer and exporter of electrophoretic coatings, but also has a state of the art sub-contract metal finishing facility. This places Hawking in a truly unique position within the Industry.

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Hawking Electrotechnology Limited offers a unique decorative and high performance coating service for a multiplicity of metals.

We serve the whole spectrum of the manufacturing industry, with an exhaustive range of decorative colours, finishes and satin effects to suit customer requirements.

Some of the typical finishes offered include:

Clear and coloured, durable coatings to enhance or improve appearance on:

Gold Plating
Silver Plating
Brass
Brass Plating
Copper
Bright and Decorative Chromium
Satin Chrome
Bright Nickel
Satin Nickel
Stainless Steel
Aluminium
Aluminium Extrusion
Zinc Die Casting
Aluminium Die Casting

We can also make many metals look like others for example stainless steel look on aluminium and chrome and nickel simulated finishes on various base metals and plated metals

Ecoat Finishes Available

Our electrophoretic finishes are ideal for an extensive range of decorative and engineering applications and are employed in the motorcycle, security, architectural, ironmongery, automotive, brewery and nameplate industries.

New Developments

We are now able to offer our stunning new satin finishes. These can be applied onto a variety of suitably prepared substrates such as zinc and aluminium die-castings, without the need for electroplating. The added advantage of these special effects is their finger-mark and abrasion resistance.

A range of low friction coatings incorporating PTFE is also available for applications such as drawer runners, internal lock parts, fasteners and hinge pins.

We specialist in small to medium runs typically hundreds or thousands of parts or components.

For more information click here to visit our dedicated SubCon website.

training

Our specialist facilities offer the perfect environment for every aspect of training in the field of electrodeposition.

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