EQI Craigavon Strengthens Architectural Coating Capabilities with QUALICOAT Certification and QUALICOAT Seaside Specification Licence
At EQI, we continually invest in the processes, certifications, and technical capabilities needed to support our customers’ evolving needs. Our facility in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, exemplifies this commitment, recently achieving QUALICOAT certification and a QUALICOAT Seaside Specification licence for architectural aluminium coating applications.
Ready for the Toughest Applications
The customers EQI serves across the UK and Ireland face the demands of high-exposure outdoor environments where quality and durability are critical. QUALICOAT is a globally recognized quality label that reinforces EQI Craigavon’s ability to deliver consistent, high-quality finishes designed to withstand challenging real-world conditions and support long-term product performance.
QUALICOAT certification covers pretreatment, approved coating materials, application methods, laboratory testing, and ongoing inspections. This comprehensive approach gives customers confidence that their components are manufactured to perform reliably and withstand the elements for years to come.
EQI Craigavon’s additional QUALICOAT Seaside Specification licence further strengthens these capabilities for projects exposed to coastal salts and other aggressive pollutants. The enhanced pretreatment process uses a deeper surface etch to remove more aluminium and contaminants, creating a more robust foundation for the coating and increasing resistance to filiform corrosion.
Adding Value Beyond Coating
QUALICOAT certification and Seaside Specification licensing are just two of many reasons why customers choose EQI Craigavon as their trusted architectural aluminium coating partner.
- Enhanced Seaside Protection: The option for a more robust pretreatment process increases resistance to filiform corrosion for coastal and other demanding environments.
- Standard and Marine-Grade Guarantees: Applicable for 25 to 40 years on specific coatings through our five-stage dip pretreatment process.
- Daily Testing with On-site Lab Equipment: Ensures products meet rigorous global standards, along with quality verification for salt spray corrosion, impact and abrasion resistance, and adhesion.
- High Production Capacity: Able to process components of diverse shapes and sizes, including aluminium louvers, cills, flashings, and facades using our advanced semi-automatic powder line.
- Value-Added Services: Offering wet paint, warehousing, assembly, repairs, and sequenced delivery services to simplify your supply chain.
With QUALICOAT certification, Seaside Specification licensing, advanced equipment, and a team dedicated to quality and personal service, EQI Craigavon is ready to provide architectural coating solutions designed for durability, consistency, and long-term performance.
Ready to get started? Connect with EQI Craigavon today.
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Introducing EQI Specialty Products
Two companies with decades of thermal-processing experience, united with EQI to deliver the highest level of quality, service, and innovation
Combining Decades of Thermal-Processing Experience
For over 20 years, EQI has been a leading provider of line-ready metal components and innovative supply-chain solutions. Today, EQI has added a new division—EQI Specialty Products. This suite of products and services combines the deep thermal-processing expertise of Ferralloy, Inc. and Pro-Tech with EQI’s global sourcing, quality assurance, and line-ready delivery capabilities. The result is a broader, stronger platform for customers who need heat-resistant alloys, forgings, castings, and engineered fabrications that perform in extreme environments.
Expanding EQI’s Product Capabilities
By uniting Ferralloy, Inc. and Pro-Tech into one powerful division, EQI is better equipped to deliver exceptional value to its customers.
Established in 1984, Ferralloy, Inc. initially focused on heat-resistant alloy castings and fabrications used primarily in the thermal-processing industry. Since then, the company has evolved its offering to include closed-die and rolled-ring forgings, investment castings, machined bar stock components, exotic superalloys, and refractory alloys in all shapes and sizes.
Pro-Tech, founded in 1985, helps position EQI as a leader in the thermal-processing business with its reputation for supplying high-temperature products to various sectors, including heat treating, steel production, lime production, cement production, and power generation.
Empowering EQI to Serve New Customers
In addition to expanding EQI’s product line, Ferralloy, Inc. and Pro-Tech enhance EQI’s customer base and expand its supply network. Ferralloy, Inc. serves multiple markets, including metal processing (heat treatment, fabrication shops, machine shops), automotive, aerospace, mining, and heavy equipment. The company also maintains relationships with world-class customers, including Caterpillar, Ford, Owens Corning, Mack, and Whirlpool, as well as strategic suppliers in China, India, and the US.
Pro-Tech serves a diverse customer base of more than 100 clients, ranging from commercial heat-treaters to major players in heavy-duty truck manufacturing, power generation, automotive, and aerospace industries with captive heat-treating operations. With 90 percent of its revenue originating in the United States—and additional contributions from Mexico and Canada—Pro-Tech has expanded its global footprint while maintaining a robust domestic presence.
Delivering the Highest Level of Service Together
Over the years, EQI has become a leading provider of customized solutions to meet customers’ complex manufacturing needs. The company simplifies processes and mitigates risk by thoughtfully evaluating each customer’s challenges and matching them with the best capabilities and partners for each project. To achieve this, EQI leverages its global manufacturing network, producing a diverse array of line-ready metal components.
Through EQI Specialty Products, longtime Ferralloy, Inc. and Pro-Tech customers will benefit from EQI’s enhanced operational efficiencies, resilient supply chains, and rigorous focus on quality—along with the high level of thermal processing expertise they’ve come to expect.
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Honoring QEM for 20 Years of Excellence in Precision Machining
At EQI, we recently celebrated our 20th anniversary. Today, we’re excited to share this milestone with one of our key Chinese finishing facilities—Qingdao Effort Machining Co. (QEM). Over the past twenty years, QEM has set the standard for quality, efficiency, and growth as one of EQI’s most trusted global sources for line-ready metal components.
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EQI Acquires Ferralloy, Expanding Thermal Capabilities
The EQI team is excited to announce that we’ve recently acquired Ferralloy, Inc., a leading global supplier of heat-resistant alloy products, forgings, production castings, and specialty raw materials. Over the past few years, EQI expanded its capabilities by acquiring Pro-Tech, a prominent supplier of metal products to the thermal processing industry. Together, Ferralloy, Inc., and Pro-Tech will add scale to EQI operations and diversify EQI products, services, customer base, and supply chain.
Established in 1984, Ferralloy, Inc. is based in Cleveland, Ohio. When the company was founded, it focused on heat-resistant alloy castings and fabrications used primarily in the thermal processing industry. Ferralloy Inc. has experienced substantial growth in the years since, expanding its offering to include closed-die and rolled-ring forgings, investment castings, machined bar stock components, exotic superalloys, and refractory alloys in all standard shapes and sizes.
Ferralloy, Inc., serves multiple end markets, including metal processing (heat treatment, fabrication shops, machine shops), automotive, aerospace, mining, and heavy equipment. Through commitment to process improvement, quality, and customer satisfaction, along with ISO 9001 certification, Ferralloy, Inc., has established a world-class customer base, including Caterpillar, Ford, Owens Corning, Mack, Whirlpool, and more. The company has also cultivated valuable supply relationships in China, India, and the US, enhancing the EQI global network assurance, testing, and logistics and inventory management services.
We are confident that the acquisition of Ferralloy Inc., which will operate as a division of EQI, will enhance the company’s ability to deliver the highest level of quality and service to its customers. Their expertise and capabilities in thermal processing and their focus on quality will drive innovation at EQI and better equip us to deliver exceptional value to our customers.
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Adding Value Through New Coating Guarantees at Northern Ireland Facility
At EQI, we continuously tailor our value-added services to meet our customers’ needs. An excellent example comes from our facility in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, which is proud to offer high-quality powder coating services with standard and marine grade guarantees of up to 40 years.
Recently, the Craigavon facility earned new certifications for coating architectural aluminum, ensuring adherence to the highest quality standards for our customers. The Craigavon team has been designated approved applicators with Akzo Nobel, Sherwin-Williams, and Axalta powders for coating all architectural aluminum products up to 8 meters long.
Here are a few more reasons why customers can rely on Craigavon to deliver exceptional coating services for architectural aluminum.
Offer standard and marine grade guarantees for at least 25 years and up to 40 years on specific coatings through our five-stage dip pretreatment process. This is especially valuable to our customers located near the ocean and challenged by high levels of moisture and salt sea air.
Utilize onsite lab equipment for daily testing to ensure products meet rigorous global architectural standards.
Verify quality through in-depth techniques, including salt spray corrosion tests, impact and abrasion resistance tests, and adhesion checks.
Have a high capacity to process aluminum louvers, cills, flashings, and facades in our advanced semi-automatic powder line.
Able to fulfill specific requirements for packaging, storage, and delivery to you and your customers.
Craigavon is just one example of a facility that’s adding value through employees who’ve become masters of their craft. Says Daniel Courtney, General Manager at Craigavon, “There’s nothing in the market we can’t paint, and if we haven’t done it before, we will always give it a go.”
The Craigavon team has also created a family-like atmosphere, working to develop personalized relationships with each other and customers. The casual, laid-back culture has fostered an environment where everyone–from the person working on the shop floor to upper management–feels as though they have an equal stake in contributing to the company’s success.
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If you’re looking for an approved applicator for powder coating and wet paint—who will treat you like family—fill out this form or call us at +44 28 3835 1302, or (616) 850-2630.
EQI Expands in India
As part of our continuous efforts to better serve our clients globally, EQI recently expanded its offices in Coimbatore, India.
Over the past few years, our head office in India has been increasing the strength of its team in various departments, including Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain. As the team grew, so did their need for a larger space with more workstations.
Recognizing the importance of providing our 19-person (and growing) team with the resources they need to be successful, EQI strategically chose to add office space in government-owned TIDEL Park. This central location, near the airport and railway station, meets our current needs and positions us for future growth.
EQI India is one of five global headquarters in North America and Asia. Together with warehouses, fulfillment centers, and manufacturing facilities, EQI has customer touchpoints across the globe.
With the expansion in India, EQI has improved its capability to handle global complexities faced by our customers. We will continue to seek avenues of growth for our clients, company, and employees while cultivating our position as leading providers of line-ready components that streamline and de-risk the supply chain for industrial equipment manufacturers.
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EQI Named “Best and Brightest” for the Eighth Year in a Row
2023 was a year filled with new opportunities for EQI. We opened new facilities in Maryland, Kentucky, and Illinois and expanded operations in Canada, Northern Ireland, and Asia. This growth helped us earn recognition as one of West Michigan’s “2024 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” for the eighth year in a row.
The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For qualification identifies and honors companies that deliver exceptional human resource practices and an impressive commitment to their employees. Organizations are assessed based on communication, work-life balance, employee education, diversity, recognition, retention, and more.
At EQI, we know that people are our greatest asset. That’s why we have an unwavering commitment to employee well-being, safety, social responsibility, and ethical conduct throughout our operations. We’ve also implemented a “one-company, one-culture” strategy at our locations across the globe, extending our people-first approach to employees everywhere and continuing to evolve best-in-class benefits.
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Are you interested in joining a company that’s constantly growing with new acquisitions, offers the opportunity to work with blue-chip customers, and remains committed to employee well-being? We’d love to hear from you!
EQI Celebrates 20 Years of Growth and Partnership
Please join us in celebrating 20 years of incredible growth and innovation for EQI. What began as a one-man sourcing venture in Spring Lake, Michigan, in 2004 has transformed into a global metal products powerhouse. With over 375 dedicated associates spanning three continents, we’ve built an expansive international presence fueled by our relentless drive to supply line-ready metal components to many of the world’s most demanding customers.
Initially, EQI focused on gray iron counterweights for forklift trucks and other large mobile equipment. Over the next decade, we swiftly penetrated additional construction, forestry, and CNC machine tool manufacturing markets and expanded our sourcing to China and India. Today, we have become one of the largest diversified metal component companies importers in the US, with multiple manufacturing and service locations globally.
As we expand our industry impact and build exceptional teams, we will remain relentlessly focused on partnering with our customers to achieve long-term success. At EQI, we are committed to solving complex supply chain problems and providing value-add services, tailored solutions, and cost-effective quality. This commitment was our north star during our first 20 years, and it will continue to guide our efforts in the future.
Our 20-year milestone is a testament to the passion and tenacity of our people, and we’d like to thank all the EQI employees and customers who’ve made our success possible over the years. Our true differentiator is the expertise of our people and supplier partners, which, in turn, drives customer relationships built on partnership and trust. We’re grateful to everyone who has contributed to our growth and are excited to see what the future holds!
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EQI Acquires Pro-Tech
ADDING A NEW DEMENSION TO EQI’S EXTENSIVE METAL PRODUCT OFFERING, PRO-TECH EXPANDES CAPABILITIES AND SERVICES ACROSS A BROAD RANGE OF OEM’S AND INDUSTRIAL SECTORS
Spring Lake, MI 2/19/2024 – EQI, a leading provider of line-ready solutions for metal products, has finalized its acquisition of Pro-Tech, a prominent supplier of metal products to the thermal processing industry. This strategic move underscores EQI’s commitment to diversification and expansion into key markets, positioning the company for sustained growth and success.
Established in 1985 by brothers Jim and Mike Barron and headquartered outside Chicago, IL, Pro-Tech has built a strong reputation for supplying high-temperature products utilized in various sectors including heat treating, steel production, lime production, cement production, and power generation. Pro-Tech’s proprietary products, coupled with its strategic approach of utilizing company-owned tooling and outsourcing production to high-quality foundries, have enabled it to establish a solid foothold in the thermal processing market.
Pro-Tech proudly serves a diverse customer base of over 100 clients, ranging from commercial heat-treaters to major players in heavy-duty truck manufacturing, power generation, automotive, and aerospace industries with captive heat-treating operations. With 90% of its revenue originating in the United States and additional contributions from Mexico, Canada, and India, Pro-Tech has effectively expanded its global footprint while upholding a robust presence within the domestic market. EQI is excited about partnering with Pro-Tech to further strengthen the company’s position and deliver enhanced value to its customers.
“We are thrilled to welcome Pro-Tech into the EQI family,” said Blake Phillips, President & CEO of EQI. “Their extensive expertise in the thermal processing industry and their commitment to quality align perfectly with EQI’s core values and strategic objectives. Together, we will leverage our combined strengths to deliver exceptional value to our customers and drive innovation in this critical sector.”
Under the terms of the acquisition, Pro-Tech will operate as a division of EQI, maintaining its focus on delivering high-quality products and services to its customers. EQI remains dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, ensuring a smooth transition for both teams, and further enhancing customer satisfaction.
About EQI, Ltd:
With an unmatched range of expertise and production capabilities, EQI is a leading provider of line-ready metal components that streamline and de-risk the supply chain for industrial equipment manufacturers. The company’s one-of-a-kind foundry network delivers high-quality metal castings, forgings, and fabrications on-time and on-budget. With a team of experts and locations in the U.S., Canada, China, India, Europe, and Vietnam, EQI’s tailored solutions mitigate risk and contain costs for manufacturers worldwide.
About Pro-Tech:
Pro-Tech is a renowned supplier of high-temperature products to the thermal processing industry, with a diverse customer base and a strong global presence. Established in 1985, Pro-Tech has built a reputation for quality and reliability, serving clients across various sectors including heat treating, steel production, lime production, cement production, and power generation.
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Phone: (616) 850-2630
E-mail: info@eqiltd.com
EQI Unites to Deliver Certainty in an Uncertain World
August 2023
Spring Lake, MI
EQI and Accucam Machining, a division of EQI, are excited to announce the unification of both companies under the EQI brand following the successful integration of the business.
The highly detailed integration work enables a unified EQI and its nearly 350 associates to deliver synergies across the enterprise and provide compelling advantages to our customers and supplier partners around the world. While much of the work was completed “behind the scenes”, with little to no impact to our valued customers and associates, the results have already been transformational. The full integration and unification of these two great businesses provides tremendous opportunities across the value-chain from Sourcing and Production to value added services and product fulfillment.
With the integration complete, a united EQI offers an unmatched range of expertise and production capabilities for line-ready metal components that deliver certainty to industrial equipment manufacturers in today’s uncertain world.
To learn more about The EQI Advantage, contact us today!
Phone: (616) 850-2630
E-mail: info@eqiltd.com