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Follow on Google News | Zircotec ceramic composite coating shortlisted for prestigious automotive SMMT innovation awardOxfordshire-firm’s ThermoHold® for Composites coating in illustrious company ahead of
By: Zircotec Now in its fourth year, the SMMT award showcases the UK’s capabilities in automotive design and engineering by identifying exceptional innovations that have the potential to transform the industry. Zircotec’ With other shortlisted submissions from the likes of Ford and McLaren, Zircotec is in illustrious company “With entries from leading vehicle manufacturers, Zircotec is delighted to be in contention alongside such respected brands,” says Terry Graham, Zircotec’s managing director. “Our coating has the opportunity to assist vehicle engineers achieve weight, performance and efficiency targets through the use of lightweight materials,” adds Graham. The Aston Martin One-77 was the first road application of the technology but the Abingdon firm is already talking to other manufacturers about using the coating on future cars. The winner will be announced at the SMMT awards dinner on the 26th November. About Zircotec Zircotec www.zircotec.com offers a wide range of plasma sprayed ceramic and metallic coatings that protect components against the effects of heat, wear, abrasion and corrosion. Lightweight and easily packaged, Zircotec’s technologies can be applied to a broad range of different materials including metals and composites. Proven in F1 and the nuclear industry, the technology is now trusted by car manufacturers, industrial users, car enthusiasts and an increasing range of other applications to effectively manage heat and wear, enhancing performance and reliability. ZircoFlex® offers for the first time, a truly flexible ceramic heat shield material. Press Enquiries Zircotec Nick Bailey, Propel Technology, Bloxham Mill, Barford Road, Bloxham, Banbury, Oxfordshire, UK, OX15 4FF. +44 (0)1295 724130 / +44 (0) 7813 956664 nick@propel- Sales Enquiries Zircotec Peter Whyman, Zircotec, 22 Nuffield Way, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 1RL +44 1235 54 60 50 peter.whyman@ End
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