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Professional Surface Preparation and Finishing for Steel Fabrications
At Aldridge Fabrications (AF), we provide in-house shotblasting and industrial painting services to ensure every component leaves our workshops with a clean, durable, and professional finish. From large-scale fabrications to smaller precision parts, our facilities in Burntwood and Dilhorne are equipped to handle projects of all sizes.
Shotblasting: Preparing Steel for Performance
Our dedicated shotblasting facilities include both automated conveyor machines for smaller production parts and large walk-in cabinets for oversized or complex fabrications. This allows us to:
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Remove rust, scale, and old coatings efficiently
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Clean welds and fabrication marks
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Prepare steel surfaces for painting or further finishing
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Deliver consistent, uniform finishes across one-off projects or repeat production runs
Whether you need heavy equipment counterweights or bespoke fabrications prepared, our skilled team ensures the right level of surface preparation every time.
Industrial Painting: Durable Finishes That Last
Our fully equipped paint booths are designed for both high-volume and one-off projects. With controlled environments and skilled technicians, we achieve OEM-standard coatings that protect and perform. Our painting services include:
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Application of primers, topcoats, and specialist coatings
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Large-capacity spray booths for oversized components
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Corrosion-resistant finishes for outdoor or heavy-duty applications
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Colour-matched coatings for OEM and aftermarket requirements
Trusted Across Industries
From construction machinery and mining equipment to infrastructure and rail projects, our shotblasting and painting services are relied upon by some of the world’s biggest manufacturers, including JCB and Komatsu.
Why Choose AF for Shotblasting & Painting?
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In-house facilities at both Burntwood and Dilhorne sites
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ISO9001 & ISO14001 quality standards
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Skilled technicians with decades of industry experience
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Proven track record supporting global OEMs and bespoke projects alike
in your words
What Industry Leaders Say About Our Fabrication Services
At Aldridge Fabrications (AF), client satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to quality, reliability, and exceptional service has earned the trust of leading brands and businesses across industries.
Here’s what some of our valued clients have to say:
I can vouch first hand that Aldridge Fabrications (AF) (AF) Ltd is a renowned, reputable family business with over 60 years of experience supplying quality on time large, medium and small steel fabrications to some of the biggest Global brands in the industry.
As the name suggests, Fabrications is in the DNA, a Professional, responsive, skilled and reliable source for all steel fabrications.
Mike Carruthers
Independent Advisor In Steel Fabrications
Lance W Winkless
Operations Director
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