--- title: GLW Engineering Blog | Geoffrey White (8) description: Check out our blog for the latest news and updates and learn more about the world of steel fabrication! (8) --- Call us: 01945 464 637 [![GLW Engineering & Construction Ltd](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/GLW%20Engineering%20Dec2016/Image/glw-logo21-300x80.png)](http://www.glwengineering.co.uk/) # The GLW Engineering Blog ## Geoffrey White ### Recent Posts [Structural Steel Fabrication](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/structural-steel-fabrication) ## [Cambridge University Case Study](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/cambridge-university-case-study) [![Cambridge University Case Study](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Cambridge%20University%20Case%20Study.jpg) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/cambridge-university-case-study) At GLW Engineering we believe in good quality. That’s [why we take our CE rating so seriously](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/what-is-a-ce-marking), and why we continually invest in new equipment and innovations. However, sometimes there is nothing as good as a timeless staircase, and our recent project for Cambridge University reinforces the importance of finding harmony between appearance,[...] [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/cambridge-university-case-study) May 11, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Structural Steel Fabrication](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/structural-steel-fabrication) ## [Join Us At The March Steam & Vintage Show](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/the-march-steam-vintage-show) [![Join Us At The March Steam & Vintage Show](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Join%20Us%20At%20The%20March%20Steam%20%26%20Vintage%20Show.jpg) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/the-march-steam-vintage-show) **Image source: [www.facebook.com/marchsteamandvintageshow](https://www.facebook.com/marchsteamandvintageshow/)** There are few better ways to experience the spirit of the historic fenland town of March than when the annual steam fair rolls into town. Offering a little something for everyone, this event showcases classic steam engines against a backdrop of local craft ales, a miniature steam train, auto[...] [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/the-march-steam-vintage-show) May 10, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) ## [What Is A CE Marking & What Are The CE Legislations?](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/what-is-a-ce-marking) [![What Is A CE Marking & What Are The CE Legislations](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/What%20Is%20A%20CE%20Marking%20%26%20What%20Are%20The%20CE%20Legislations.png) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/what-is-a-ce-marking) Quality and reliability are everything when it comes to manufacturing. When the fabricated part is an element of your building, vehicle, or equipment, you really need to guarantee that every single quality standard is covered. CE marks help you identify good manufacturing standards. Here’s your 101 guide to what’s involved. [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/what-is-a-ce-marking) May 03, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Traditional Galvanising](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/traditional-galvanising), [Hot Zinc Spraying](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/hot-zinc-spraying) ## [Exhibition Alert! Parson Drove Custom Car, Bike & Trike Show & Shine 2019](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/parson-drove-custom-car-bike-trike-show-2019) [![Exhibition Alert! Parson Drove Custom Car, Bike And Trike Show and Shine 2019](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Exhibition%20Alert!%20Parson%20Drove%20Custom%20Car%2c%20Bike%20And%20Trike%20Show%20and%20Shine%202019.png) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/parson-drove-custom-car-bike-trike-show-2019) Nothing says summer quite like a classic car festival, and GLW is looking forward to exhibiting at this year’s [Parson Drove](http://customcarbikeandtrikeshow.co.uk/). The festival is about more than live music, craft beers, and family fun. It’s also about bringing together people from local communities, connecting services and ideas. GLW Engineering and Construction Ltd are ardent[...] [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/parson-drove-custom-car-bike-trike-show-2019) April 30, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Shot Blasting](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/shot-blasting) ## [Shot Blasting A BMW E30 325i](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/shot-blasting-a-bmw-e30-325i) [![Shot Blasting A BMW E30 325i](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Shot%20Blasting%20A%20BMW%20E30%20325i.png) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/shot-blasting-a-bmw-e30-325i) We were happy to help the YouTube channel [Restore It](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYSAWDQnoz0uIBRYlophvNw) in their restoration series of a BMW E30 325i. It was a great opportunity to really get to look at the chassis of the E30. We had the chassis put on a rotisserie and shot-blasted with medium grit glass media. [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/shot-blasting-a-bmw-e30-325i) April 26, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Shot Blasting](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/shot-blasting) ## [Shot Blasting & Priming A BMW E30](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/shot-blasting-priming-a-bmw-e30) [![Shot Blasting & Priming A BMW E30](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Shot%20Blasting%20%26%20Priming%20A%20BMW%20E30.png) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/shot-blasting-priming-a-bmw-e30) We recently had the pleasure of helping the YouTube channel [Restore It](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYSAWDQnoz0uIBRYlophvNw) blast and prime a BMW E30 chassis and all of its bits. [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/shot-blasting-priming-a-bmw-e30) April 26, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Powder Coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/powder-coating) ## [Can Your Wheels Be Powder Coated?](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/can-your-wheels-be-powder-coated) [![Can Your Wheels Be Powder Coated](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Can%20Your%20Wheels%20Be%20Powder%20Coated.jpg) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/can-your-wheels-be-powder-coated) [Powder coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/the-guide-to-shot-blasting-powder-coating-pillar-page) is a superb method for rejuvenating older cars and motorcycles. You don’t have to coat the entire body to make a big difference. Highlighting the wheels in a bright and complementary colour gives an instant lift to both car and owner. And it’s easily done. [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/can-your-wheels-be-powder-coated) April 17, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Powder Coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/powder-coating) ## [Are Powder Coated Wheels Durable & Robust?](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/are-powder-coated-wheels-durable-and-robust) [![Are Powder Coated Wheels Durable & Robust](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Are%20Powder%20Coated%20Wheels%20Durable%20%26%20Robust.jpg) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/are-powder-coated-wheels-durable-and-robust) Car owners ask what makes [powder coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/problems-when-powder-coating-wheels) so durable and robust, and why it’s preferred over paint for a long-lasting protective coating on their alloys. To find the answers let’s take a look at powder coating - how powders are made, what ingredients give protection, and how the powder coating process works. [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/are-powder-coated-wheels-durable-and-robust) April 16, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Powder Coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/powder-coating) ## [5 Problems That May Occur When Powder Coating Wheels](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/problems-when-powder-coating-wheels) [![5 Problems That May Occur When Powder Coating Wheels](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/5%20Problems%20That%20May%20Occur%20When%20Powder%20Coating%20Wheels.jpg) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/problems-when-powder-coating-wheels) There are 5 problems you should be aware of that may affect the quality of your [wheel powder coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/benefits-of-powder-coating-your-wheels): [Read more](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/problems-when-powder-coating-wheels) April 11, 2019 / by [Geoffrey White](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/author/geoffrey-white) [Powder Coating](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/powder-coating), [Shot Blasting](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/shot-blasting), [Handrailing Fabrication](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/topic/handrailing-fabrication) ## [Jan & Feb 2019 Project Highlights](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/jan-and-feb-2019-project-highlights) [![Jan & Feb 2019 Project Highlights](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/Jan%20%26%20Feb%202019%20Project%20Highlights.jpg) ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/jan-and-feb-2019-project-highlights) January and February have been a busy month for our teams. We’ve been working up a sweat taking on tough projects from many clients and bringing them to life. Let’s take a look at what we’ve achieved this month and the skills we’ve successfully honed. 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It isn’t just visible corrosion you need to watch out for. If appropriate preventive steps are not taken, rusting may even occur from the inside, seriously compromising the strength of the railings and causing[...] - [![How To Avoid Rust On Your Steel Balustrades](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/hubfs/rusty-railing.jpg "How To Avoid Rust On Your Steel Balustrades") **How To Avoid Rust On Your Steel BalustradesMarch 25, 2021 - 04:29 PM** ](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/how-to-avoid-rust-on-your-steel-balustrades) [Steel is an excellent choice of metal for balustrades](https://blog.glwengineering.co.uk/suitable-type-of-metal-for-outdoor-railings-and-handrails), as it offers decent resistance to rust and tarnishing as well as an eye-catching appearance that is both sleek and contemporary. 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