The Winn & Coales International Group Stands With Ukraine

The Winn & Coales International Group expresses its shock and outrage at the unlawful invasion of Ukraine.

The group confirms its full support for the Government and people of Ukraine and will be actively supporting humanitarian efforts to help those affected by this crisis.

1982 – 2022 Celebrating 40 Years of Premier Coatings Ltd

Premier Coatings Ltd are proud to be celebrating 40 years of trading this year. Founded in 1982 and operating from Smarden in Kent, Premier Coatings Ltd specialise in the manufacture and supply of a wide range of corrosion prevention and chemical resistant coatings, linings, and waterproofing systems.

The company supplies reliable and cost-effective products to the Oil & Gas sector, Utilities sector, and construction industry. Their Products are supplied to a variety of National, ISO, and commercial standards. The Premseal™ range of waterproofing and gasproofing products are CE and UKCA marked, and the company operates under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 quality and environmental management systems.

In 1997 Premier Coatings Ltd was acquired by anti-corrosion and sealing specialist Winn & Coales International, where it continued to prosper and in 2017 achieved a Queen’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade.

Steve Crawley, Managing Director of Premier Coatings Ltd commented, ‘This major milestone of 40 years could not have been achieved without the support of our employees, distributors, clients and the continual development of the company and its products. We are proud of our past and look forward to an exciting and successful future together.’

The 40-year success of Premier Coatings Ltd is a story of technical expertise coupled with high-quality, long-lasting products underpinned by continued investment in new manufacturing methods and technology.

Simpson Strong-Tie FX-70^® is now SeaShield FX-70^™

Winn & Coales International Ltd has recently acquired the FX-70® Structural Piling Repair and Protection System from Simpson Strong-Tie. In 2022 our long-established SeaShield™ Systems will have provided 50 years of pile protection and rehabilitation systems for timber, steel, concrete piles, and marine structures. By adding the FX-70 system to the SeaShield range we are now able to offer clients a one-stop pile protection provider.

Since its debut in 1970, the FX-70 system was the first to use a custom-made tongue-and-groove seamed fiberglass jacket with a high-strength, water-resistant repair grout. The system has extensive case histories for timber, steel, and concrete pile applications and is an excellent addition to our range of products.

To learn more about the SeaShield FX-70^™ System and for all your pile protection and rehabilitation needs, you can contact your local representative directly by calling +44 (0) 1233 770 663 or by e-mailing us at enquiries@premiercoatings.com.

For more than 90 years, the Winn & Coales International Group of companies has been creating bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions that provide enduring protection against corrosion.  Through their seven subsidiary companies in the UK, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia & New Zealand, together with their global network of distributors, they are able to provide their solutions to challenging corrosion problems all over the world.

Winn & Coales International Acquires the global Viscotaq™ business, including Amcorr Products and Services, Inc.

Winn & Coales International Ltd (‘Winn & Coales’), leading manufacturer of corrosion prevention and sealing products announce today, the acquisition of the global Viscotaq^™ business, including Amcorr Products and Services Inc (‘Amcorr’), manufacturer of viscoelastic protective coatings.

Amcorr Products & Services Inc, based in San Antonio, USA are the formulators and manufacturers of viscoelastic protective coating technology, Viscotaq^™. The patented Viscotaq^™ product range is used for corrosion prevention and sealing applications on vital infrastructure across a broad range of sectors. The unique, self-healing technology of Viscotaq^™ offers asset owners outstanding, long-term protection against corrosion.

Amcorr was originally established in June 2000 in San Antonio, USA and thereafter rapidly became the North American market leader of viscoelastic coatings and sealants in the corrosion industry.

Edwin Welles, President of Amcorr and co-inventor of the Viscotaq^™ technology commented, “We feel honoured being part of the Winn & Coales family now. A similar business culture, with a privately-owned structure and a technology driven mentality was a natural fit for us. The acquisition will give Amcorr the opportunity to grow rapidly, both nationally and internationally and above all, guarantee dedicated service and supply to existing and future clients across the globe. I personally feel privileged to make the next step in my career at Winn & Coales, a leader in our industry with an outstanding reputation.”

For more than 90 years, the Winn & Coales International Group of companies has been creating bespoke and off-the-shelf solutions that provide enduring protection against corrosion and chemical attack to buried and exposed pipes, valves, fittings, steelwork, marine structures, tanks and concrete bunded areas. The acquisition of Amcorr is aligned with the Company’s focus on investing in and providing the highest quality corrosion prevention solutions for their customers.

Chairman of Winn & Coales International, Mr Chris Winn commented, “The acquisition of Amcorr is particularly exciting for the Company, as the Viscotaq^™ product line enhances and complements our existing range of coatings, which are already well established in the market. We are now able to offer all corrosion prevention technologies to our customers, and we look forward to building on our leading brands further with our new colleagues at Amcorr.”

After 138 years of trading, Winn & Coales International Ltd remains a privately-owned business. Through their seven subsidiary companies in the UK, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia & New Zealand, together with their global network of distributors, they are able to provide tailor made solutions to challenging corrosion problems all over the world.

Kent Challenger Games 2021

In June 2021, the Kent Challenger Games took place at the Julie Rose Stadium in Ashford, bringing together 450 Secondary and Primary School children for an opportunity to really shine over the two days. These children may not normally have an opportunity to represent their school and participate in sporting or physical activities or may find it difficult to access this type of event due to a disability, medical condition or additional need. As a local business, Premier Coatings Ltd was honoured to sponsor the games.

Over the two days, participants were stretched to undertake activities that were out of the ordinary, fun, exciting and challenging, and that gave a real sense of achievement; revealing to each of them their true inner strengths, and letting them know that all things are possible if you focus on the assets you have.

The Ashford Sea Cadets entertained with their musical performance and led an Olympic march of Schools with their banners around the track. The Towers School Cheerleaders gave spirited acts of performance to emphasise why they are national and international champions.

Games Champion and Founder, Winston Michael, said “the Games showcased how incredible young people are regardless of their personal circumstances, and they let us know that our future is in safe hands”.

Winston Michael expressed thanks to his project Team, Simon Dean OBE of Challenger Troop, a community company that works with schools, CSgt Gary Sage of The Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment (3 PWRR), and KCC Events Team. The Games has always associated itself with the military and it was a privilege to have officers of 3 PWRR attend. The Games was made entirely possible by 65 people volunteering to help, and to whom a huge debt of gratitude is owed.