June 2024 newsletter
Welcome to our June 2024 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re talking about the sustainability of powder coating, powder coating aluminium at our Medway plant, and Chelsea Flower Show splendour for Ian Gill Sculpture.
Finally, we’re sharing a ‘Thursday Throwback’ story about some steel we galvanized for Chepstow Racecourse.
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Welcome to our May 2024 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re talking about galvanizing in extreme temperatures, Sustainability Week at Joseph Ash, and powder coating at Joseph Ash Medway.
Finally, we’re sharing a ‘Thursday Throwback’ story about a galvanized treetop walkway at Kew Gardens and we’re celebrating FORS accreditation for Joseph Ash Chesterfield.
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Welcome to our April 2024 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re talking about the weather resistance of galvanized steel, galvanizing for the agricultural sector, careers in metal protection, and venting tips and tricks.
Finally, we’d like to draw your attention to an interview with Mike Worth, Head of Technical and ESG at Joseph Ash, as well as give you advanced notice of our plant closures for the May Day Bank Holiday.
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Welcome to our March 2024 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re talking about the history of metal treatments, galvanizing for the nuclear and energy sectors, careers in metal protection, and an environmental message from galvanized sculpture Fin the Fish.
Finally, we’d like to draw your attention to the range of bath sizes across the Joseph Ash Group, as well as give you advanced notice of our Bank Holiday plant closures over the Easter weekend.
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Welcome to our February 2024 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re talking about cleaning galvanized steel, the deadline for applying to the Galvanizer’s Association Galvanizing Awards (GAGAs), careers in metal protection, and the benefits of galvanizing for the telecommunications and datacentre industries. We’ve also welcomed a new Managing Director – Jason Anderson – to the Joseph Ash Group, and we’re happy to report our latest Net Promoter Scores which highlight various aspects of our service and quality.
Finally, in our Thursday Throwback story, we’re looking back at an interesting project we galvanized and powder coated (on behalf of W.S. Atkins, Claydon Architectural Metalwork, and Medway Council) which consisted of 300 metres of custom-made steel railings for Strood Waterfront.
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Welcome to our January 2024 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re celebrating our new Joseph Ash brand, and galvanizing in transport.
We’re also showcasing the range of opportunities available across the Joseph Ash Group if you (or someone you know) are looking for a new career. We’re looking back at some fond ‘Monday Memories’ of a bridge project we completed in Mersey, and we’ve shared some information about welding galvanized steel.
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Next pageWelcome to the December 2023 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re doing ‘A year in review’ and looking back on many of the stories that made us smile over the last 12 months.
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Next pageWelcome to the November 2023 newsletter from Joseph Ash Galvanizing. This month, we’re celebrating the sustainability of galvanizing, a Thursday Throwback story about a Bluewater Shopping Centre powder coating project, and we’re shining a spotlight on our Widnes plant.
We’re also showcasing the range of opportunities available across the Joseph Ash Group if you (or someone you know) are looking for a new career. Finally, we’ve published the dates our plants will be closing/opening for the festive break.
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As we approach the end of the year, we’re shining a spotlight on our final plant for 2023. This month, our focus turns to the Joseph Ash plant in Widnes – Widnes Galvanising. A pivotal location among our nine plants strategically positioned across the UK. We provide insights into our services, cutting-edge facilities, and dedicated team members who tirelessly cater to our valued customers.
Location and history
Widnes Galvanising is situated on the Fairway Trading Park in Cheshire. It services clients from various areas, including (but not limited to) Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire and Merseyside.
Widnes has a rich industrial history, and galvanizing has played a significant role in the region’s development.
During the 19th and 20th centuries, Widnes was a major centre for the chemical industry, particularly the production of alkalis, such as soda ash and soap. The development of the chemical industry led to increased demand for materials and applications (including construction, transportation, and agriculture) that could withstand corrosion, and galvanized steel emerged as a popular choice for this purpose.
Widnes also became known for its expertise in the production of galvanizing equipment. Companies in the area manufactured machinery for galvanizing processes, contributing to the overall industrial infrastructure of the region.
Over time, as industries evolved and the demand for galvanized products persisted, the galvanizing sector in Widnes and Cheshire continued to thrive. Today, the historical legacy of galvanizing is part of the broader industrial heritage of Widnes and its surroundings.
A broad spectrum of services at Widnes Galvanising
At Widnes Galvanising, our expert team specialises in galvanizing a diverse range of steel products. From structural steel to street furniture, bollards, gates, railings, and balustrades – we ensure robust protection against corrosion for all.
But that’s not all. As part of the extensive services offered by Widnes, we go beyond traditional galvanizing. Our capabilities extend to powder coating, duplex coating, and spin galvanizing, leveraging the collaborative strength of the wider Joseph Ash Group.
We also take pride in delivering convenience with our comprehensive additional services, including a seamless collection and delivery service, full technical support, on-site storage facilities, and passivation post-hot dip galvanizing. Widnes Galvanising is not just a provider; we are your trusted partner in preserving the longevity and durability of your steel assets.
Bath size
The bath size at Widnes Galvanising is 6m x 1m x 2.3m, and the team can dip up to 2 tonnes. Bigger fabrications can be transported to other Joseph Ash plants with larger capacity baths, using Widnes’s fleet of trucks.
Flexibility
At Widnes, we recognise the importance of meeting tight deadlines. To support our customers, we extend our opening hours for drop-offs and collections. Our commitment to your convenience goes further with quick turnaround times – including overnight and within 24 hours – available by prior arrangement.
Uncompromising quality and compliance
Widnes Galvanising is dedicated to delivering services of the highest quality while adhering to stringent occupational health and safety, quality, and environmental management standards. You can expect an impeccable finish that aligns with BS EN ISO 1461 specifications when you protect your steel with us.
Meet the dedicated team at Widnes Galvanising
Our Widnes plant is powered by a dynamic team of knowledgeable and enthusiastic individuals, each playing a vital role in our operations. From the expertise of our shop floor personnel to the precision of our transport and truck drivers, the diligence of our health and safety experts, and the efficiency of our administrative team – every member contributes to the seamless functioning of Widnes Galvanising.
Your questions, our answers
At Widnes Galvanising, we are committed to transparency and communication. Our team is always ready to assist with queries about galvanizing, shot blasting, or powder coating. Contact us today and let us be your trusted partner in addressing all your steel treatment needs.
This month, we’re celebrating the winners of the Structural Steel Design Awards (SSDA), explaining how the process of galvanizing works, sharing news about a galvanized steel sculpture for a National Trust project, and shining the spotlight on our Walsall plant.
We’re also talking about our upcoming events, venting do’s and don’ts (for preparing your steel for galvanizing), and showcasing the range of opportunities available at our plants if you or someone you know are looking for a new career.
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