Process 02 · Powder

Powder coating in Hennigsdorf – for Berlin and Brandenburg

From the one-off part to the DB-qualified series: resistant powder coatings for steel and aluminium – with in-house surface preparation.

PICTUM Oberflächentechnik GmbH powder coats metal components made of steel and aluminium at the Hennigsdorf location near Berlin – from one-off production for private customers to series production for rail vehicle manufacturers and industrial companies.

The process

In powder coating, electrostatically charged powder coating material is applied to the earthed component and then cured in the oven. In the process the powder cross-links to form a closed, mechanically resilient layer. The prerequisite for a durable result is surface preparation: depending on the condition of the component, we blast or paint strip the surface before coating in house – you receive the complete process chain from a single source, without additional transport between several service providers.

Powder coating line with suspended cast parts – raw at the front, silver coated at the back Coating line · raw and coated
Applications

For almost all metal components

Components for rail vehicles, machine and plant parts, steel and metal structures, housings and sheet metal parts from trade customers – as well as fences, gates, railings, wheel rims or furniture frames for private customers.

Booth/oven dimensions L×W×H
6 × 2.5 × 2 m
Colour shades
RAL · NCS · DB · custom
Substrates
steel · aluminium

Qualified for Deutsche Bahn

We hold coater qualification to DBS 918340 – for the powder coating of aluminium for interior and exterior use as well as steel for exterior use. For suppliers to the rail vehicle industry this means: your components are coated and inspected according to the documented requirements of Deutsche Bahn. Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015.

Technical properties and process limits of powder coating

Depending on the substrate, the surface preparation and the coating system used, high mechanical resistance as well as durable weathering and corrosion protection can be achieved. The process is solvent-free and economical for series production because overspray is largely recovered. The process limits arise mainly from oven curing: the component must withstand the oven temperatures. Where a wet paint system meets the requirements better – for example with custom colour shades or specified multi-layer systems – we select the suitable process together with you, because both are available in house.

Ordering and lead time

Send us a drawing, the quantity and the required colour shade, or bring the component to us directly: Am Rathenaupark, Gebäude 100 (Alstom site), 16761 Hennigsdorf, delivery during office hours Mon–Fri 07:00–15:45. We produce from 06:00 to 23:45 – this allows us to schedule larger orders and time-critical series promptly. We supply colour shades to RAL and NCS, as a DB shade in line with rail specifications and as a custom shade to customer specification – in gloss levels from matt to gloss.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about powder coating

What is the maximum size of components for powder coating?
Our booths and ovens take components up to 6 × 2.5 × 2 m (length × width × height). Please state the dimensions of your component with your enquiry – we will check straight away whether it fits our facilities.
How does a powder coating order work?
You send us an enquiry with a component description, quantity and the required colour shade to info@pictumgmbh.de or call +49 3302 208111. After the quotation, you deliver the parts to us in Hennigsdorf; we carry out surface preparation (blasting or paint stripping), coating and final inspection. You then collect the finished parts or we arrange the return with you.
How long does powder coating take?
The duration depends on quantity, component size and the surface preparation required; we state the specific date with the quotation. As our production runs from 06:00 to 23:45, we can also schedule urgent orders at short notice.
How and when can I deliver my parts?
Delivery is to our location at Am Rathenaupark, Gebäude 100 (Alstom site), 16761 Hennigsdorf – Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 15:45. Please register larger deliveries in advance by phone on +49 3302 208111.
Which colours are possible with powder coating?
We coat in colour shades to RAL and NCS, as a DB shade in line with rail specifications and as a custom shade to customer specification. State your required colour shade with your enquiry; we check the availability and delivery time of the powder material and advise you on gloss level and surface texture.

Have a component powder coated?

A drawing, quantity or photo is enough – we will get back to you shortly with a quotation.

Request a quotation