Advanced Zircotec coating cools Aston Martin V12 Zagatos at arduous Nürburgring 24 Hours

New low cost thermal barrier coating developed for diesel engine applications to solve heat issues associated with 2013 Euro VI emissions introduction

Fifty percent lower cost thermal barrier coating provides long lasting thermal barrier solution to solve heat issues created by changes to emissions standards of diesel engines.OXFORD – A new low cost, fit and forget ceramic coating offering surface temperature reductions of 125°C has been developed for diesel engine applications. Developed by coatings specialist Zircotec, its new ceramic formulation, together with changes to the manufacturing process have enabled the firm to reduce the costs by fifty percent for its new Performance Diesel™ product. The coating provides an attractive option

Thea Maxfield to offer training and rehabilitation support for injured horse and riders

Oxfordshire-based dressage rider announces plans to provide training and support to injured riders and horsesDressage rider Thea Maxfield, whose rapid recovery from a broken neck recently received widespread coverage, has announced plans to offer training, with specific support for riders and horses recovering from injury. “Horses and riders require a sympathetic and supportive approach to return from an accident,” says Maxfield. “In recent weeks, I have heard from many riders who have suffered an injury and are desperate to ride again but need specific support and advice. I hope to be able

Formula One derived anti-wear coating offers high performance braking system for carbon composite bicycle wheels

Plasma-sprayed Carbon/Ceramic coating offers the potential for high performance, all-weather and long lasting rim braking solution for lightweight carbon composite bicycle wheelsAn anti-wear ceramic coating originally developed for Formula 1 racing cars could be about to offer cyclists a highly effective braking solution for lightweight carbon composite wheels. Created by Zircotec, the ultra thin lightweight ceramic coating is applied to the rims of carbon composite wheels to provide a tough, long lasting and durable braking surface that is capable of delivering exceptional levels of

Ariel specifies Zircotec’s coloured ceramic coating for exclusive Atom V8

First OEM application of Performance Colours coating that offers both heat management and aesthetic qualities to protect ultimate incarnation of Ariel Atom performance carAriel’s new Atom V8 supercar is the first OEM application of Zircotec’s Performance ColoursTM ceramic exhaust coating, which offers both a highly aesthetic and effective thermal barrier. Specified by Ariel to ensure the exposed and visible exhaust system maintains its beauty, the plasma-sprayed coating also prevents heat transfer generated by the 500bhp, three litre V8 engine. “Zircotec coatings are trusted in high

CRP Technology becomes first reseller of Zircotec composite coatings

Composites specialists to offer Zircotec’s range of composite coatings for race and road applications including F1, NASCAR and Single Seater formulaeOXFORD – Increasing demand for high quality durable coatings that protect composites against the effects of wear and abrasion has led Italian specialists CRP Technology to become the first reseller of Zircotec’s technologies. CRP will now offer its customers a range of Zircotec’s robust ceramic and metallic protective coatings for their own mouldings and parts. “Race car builders ordering composite components from CRP can now specify one of our

Motorbike thermal barrier coatings on offer for National Motorcycle Week

Zircotec offers motorcyclists free colour upgrade for thermal barrier coatings on orders placed from National Motorcycle Week until the end of AugustOXFORD – Motorcyclists looking to protect themselves, their pillion passengers and ‘bikes from the effects of heat will benefit from a no cost upgrade to one of Zircotec’s performance colour range of thermal barrier coatings. This offer, available until the end of August, represents a 15 percent saving and provides riders with a range 14 colour finishes to choose from. Zircotec’s thermal barrier is increasingly used by road and race

Porsche specialist offers Bicester Village shopping experience while you wait

Complimentary travel to and from luxury outlet Bicester Village makes Porsche car servicing less of a choreBICESTER – Porsche specialist Autofarm is making the task of having the car serviced more attractive, thanks to a complimentary travel service to and from luxury retail outlet Bicester Village. Rather than waiting at the garage just four miles away, Autofarm will arrange for its customers to be taken to and from Bicester Village to enjoy the shopping and restaurants available. “We have increasing numbers of owners of Caymans, Boxsters, Cayennes and the latest 997 seeking cost-effective