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BCW Treatments Manager Publishes Scientific Paper on Aluminium Bonding Innovation

We are proud to announce that Dr. Junia Cristina Avelar-Batista-Wilson, Technical & Quality Systems Manager at BCW Treatments, has co-authored a new scientific paper on advanced aluminium surface treatments.

Published on 8 October 2025 in the International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives (accessible via ScienceDirect), this peer-reviewed paper investigates how sulphuric acid anodising and adhesive selection impact the strength of bonded aluminium joints.

The publication not only highlights key technical findings in adhesive bonding for aluminium alloy AA6060-T6 but also underscores BCW’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in surface treatment technology.

Innovative Research in Aluminium Surface Treatments Adhesive bonding is increasingly critical in modern manufacturing, offering a way to join components without heavy fasteners or welding. Many automotive and aerospace manufacturers now rely on...

When many people think of powder coating, they picture colour and aesthetics. In reality, powder coating in automotive, aerospace, defence, and EV systems is about far more than how something looks – although that is important too!

BCW Engineering was proud to attend the Northern Automotive Alliance (NAA) Annual Business Awards last night, held at the historic Crewe Hall, Cheshire. The event brought together some of the brightest and most innovative companies in the UK automotive sector, celebrating the outstanding achievements that are shaping the future of the industry.

BCW Engineering Ltd is proud to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious Caterpillar Supplier Excellence Certification in September 2025.

This award places BCW Engineering amongst Caterpillar’s top-performing global suppliers, recognising our commitment to delivering high-quality products and services. We are honoured to be a part of a select few from the UK supply chain to receive this certification so far this year, a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team.

BCW Design & Manufacture recently attended DSEI UK 2025, the world-leading defence and security event held at ExCeL London from 9–12 September. Bringing together political leaders, industry experts, and military representatives. DSEI is a global hub for collaboration, innovation, and the future of defence technology.

Today's automotive manufacturing engineers must balance innovation with the real-world realities of delivery demands. 

Thankfully, this balance can be achieved by selecting the right processes from the outset. 

Here, we'll be exploring the differences between casting and machining within the automotive world, where precise designs need to be scalable and sustainable. 

We’ll offer a side-by-side breakdown of both processes so that lead engineers can make informed decisions.