Coatings firm 'will shine' after £2 million boost

A coatings firm says it has “future-proofed operations for decades to come” after a £2 million-plus factory outlay.

Anochrome Ltd has bought £1.3 million worth of machinery and spent more than £600,000 to upgrade an operational bay.

Bosses at the Walsall-based business say the investment will boost production capacity by more than half while reducing energy costs.

The business, which also provides electroplating services, processes tens of millions of components every week for clients that include automotive sector suppliers.

Officials say its new machinery, which is set to arrive in February, will reduce the amount of chemistry – which includes zinc and cathodic e-coating – in its processes.

Its bay work included replacing asbestos with energy-rated cladding and fitting new doors and lights, with underfloor heating set to be installed in loading areas.

Steve Norman, group UK divisional director at parent Anochrome Group, said: “This investment will bring significant benefits to both customers and our people.

“It’s an important moment for the business, which demonstrates our commitment to continued growth while being environmentally responsible.

“The revamped bay was where we kept all our scrap and redundant equipment (and) has been completely overhauled into an energy-friendly, modern unit.

“This investment has been two years in the planning, so it is tremendous to see it come to fruition.

“It’s an exciting time as we push forward and target growth.”

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