3.2 Specialist design principles

The preparation and application of treatments and finishes to enhance functional and aesthetic properties.

• Papers and boards (printing, embossing and UV varnishing).

• Timber based materials (painting, varnishing and tanalising).

• Metal based materials (dip coating, powder coating and galvanizing).

• Polymers (polishing, printing and vinyl decals).

• Textile based materials (printing, dyes and stain protection).

• Electronic and mechanical systems (PCB lacquering, and lubrication).

MATHS & SCIENCE

Surface treatments to inhibit corrosion and oxidation.