Tidal & Wave Energy
Industrial coating solutions and bespoke plastic components

Harnessing the energy potential of our oceans is a critical development in producing clean and sustainable energy, and reduce the effects of climate change on our planet. AFT Fluorotec have been producing industrial grade components and providing market leading components for the most hostile environments on Earth, and are able to lend this knowledge and expertise to benefit applications in the tidal & wave energy industry.

Our durable bespoke coatings are more robust than alternatives and the anti-friction properties of our fluoropolymer components help improve the efficiency and longevity of energy applications.

Key Properties of Our Materials

Abrasion & Wear Resistance

Corrosion Resistance

Self-lubricating

Chemical Resistance

Low-friction

Tough

Range of Operating Temperatures

Cost-effective

WHY DO OUR CUSTOMERS USE AFT SPECIALISED AFC 2104 AND AFC 2114 COATINGS?

Components used in tidal and wave applications have to function a long time in extremely harsh environmental conditions. Applying AFT’s specialised coatings can give your components a long service life by providing enhanced corrosion protection and reducing adhesion wear with their excellent anti-galling and seizing properties.

CORROSION PROTECTION

Corrosion occurs when a ‘galvanic’ cell exists. This causes the degradation of the metal surface and the production of unwanted rust deposits.

AFT’s specialist anti-corrosion coatings form a protective barrier on the surface of the part preventing the establishment of any ‘galvanic’ cell. Therefore protecting the surface from degradation and the formation of rust.

With the correct pre-treatment, parts coated with AFTs specialised coatings can last up to 3,000 hours in ASTM B-117 salt-fog test.

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ANTI-GALLING AND SEIZING

A fastener subject to seize installed in a hard to reach location, such as subsea areas, will be difficult and costly to remove, and will often involve some form of cutting operation. Application of a specialised PTFE based coating will allow fasteners to be removed and adjusted with relative ease.

Stud Bolt Coatings

Thermal Spray Coating Solutions

Zinc, Bronze, Brass, Silver, Stainless Steel, Aluminium and Copper coatings for a wide range of applications.

Xylan coatings in the off-shore oil industry

Whitford Xylan® coatings are widely used in the off-shore oil industry for a variety of applications such as bolts, fasteners, valves and connectors.

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Why Fluoropolymer Coatings are Essential for the Renewables Industry

Our coatings are used in offshore wind, wave, tidal, solar and hydro electric power applications.

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XYLAN COATING SOLUTIONS FOR EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS

We are proud to be a supplier of the Whitford range of Xylan high-performance PTFE materials. These materials are designed for offshore conditions and counter problems relating to corrosion, abrasion and long-term dry-film lubrication. AFT Fluorotec has worked in close partnership with Whitford for many years and is an Approved Applicator of Whitford materials.

Xylan coated components offer the strength and reliability needed for applications in harsh environments. Coated fasteners, for example, allow controlled torque where stainless steel fasteners can be prone to galling. In addition, the easy removal of nuts without the need for lubricating paste means that maintenance is simpler, and excellent corrosion resistance means components last longer.

Importantly, the cost of Xylan coated components is lower than alternatives. Xylan coated fasteners, for example, cost on average 50% less than stainless steel variants.

XYLAN COATINGS

BESPOKE COATING SOLUTIONS FOR ANY APPLICATION

It is essential that within the harsh environment of our oceans, energy solutions are robust enough to withstand prolonged exposure to seawater, extreme temperatures and high winds. We have worked with many companies in the power and renewables industry to provide bespoke PTFE and PEEK coatings that help renewable infrastructure last.

This is much more than simply selecting one of the hundreds of different standard grades of coating materials we have available. Our team of experts will work with you to fully understand the purpose of your component and the environment in which it will be used. This allows us to create a bespoke material with the specific properties you need to ensure these critical parts of your project do exactly the job you need them to.

OUR COATINGS

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS

Blade to Hub Connectors
Bulkheads
Fasteners

Hatch Covers
Root Joints
Seabed Assemblies

Tether Stiffener

WHY CHOOSE AFT FLUOROTEC?

As an organisation we are extremely aware of the importance of moving towards cleaner, renewable energy sources. Our components and coatings can help improve the efficiency and longevity of tidal & wave applications.

Every customer is important to us and we make your business, our business. We work with clients of all sizes, producing orders of small quantities or delivering components on a large scale. The same care, attention and expertise goes into them all.

We've worked with clients on a tight deadline to quickly turnaround their job. We've worked with cutting-edge technology firms to create one-off precision components. We've provided coating solutions where other suppliers couldn't.

Clients come to us because of our technical expertise, but they stay with us because of the service we deliver. Our team understands that our work plays an important role in the processes or supply chains of our clients, so delivering our service to a high standard is critical.

Material Choice

We work with hundreds of different grades of materials, including PTFE, PEEK, PU, PCTFE and can design bespoke materials or coatings for your project.

Coating Experts

Our team are the best in the business and our facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and coating equipment.

Flexible lead time

Do you have an urgent requirement? We can usually deliver orders on short notice, so get in touch with our team to discuss your project.

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Tidal & Wave Energy
Industrial coating solutions and bespoke plastic components

Key Properties of Our Materials

WHY DO OUR CUSTOMERS USE AFT SPECIALISED AFC 2104 AND AFC 2114 COATINGS?

CORROSION PROTECTION

ANTI-GALLING AND SEIZING

Thermal Spray Coating Solutions

Xylan coatings in the off-shore oil industry

Why Fluoropolymer Coatings are Essential for the Renewables Industry

XYLAN COATING SOLUTIONS FOR EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS

BESPOKE COATING SOLUTIONS FOR ANY APPLICATION

WHY CHOOSE AFT FLUOROTEC?

TIDAL & WAVE ENERGY COMPONENTS

OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Our Accreditations

Tidal & Wave Energy Industrial coating solutions and bespoke plastic components

Key Properties of Our Materials

WHY DO OUR CUSTOMERS USE AFT SPECIALISED AFC 2104 AND AFC 2114 COATINGS?

CORROSION PROTECTION

ANTI-GALLING AND SEIZING

Thermal Spray Coating Solutions

Xylan coatings in the off-shore oil industry

Why Fluoropolymer Coatings are Essential for the Renewables Industry

XYLAN COATING SOLUTIONS FOR EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS

BESPOKE COATING SOLUTIONS FOR ANY APPLICATION

WHY CHOOSE AFT FLUOROTEC?

TIDAL & WAVE ENERGY COMPONENTS

Our location and services

OUR PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Our Accreditations

Tidal & Wave Energy
Industrial coating solutions and bespoke plastic components