Bentley's new state-of-the-art Paint Shop begins operations with launch of Spectraflair finish
Bentley's new Paint Shop in Crewe has started operations, featuring a new Spectraflair paint finish and marking a milestone in the Dream Factory transformation.
up to 45%
up to 98%
nearly 100
What Happened
Bentley's new state-of-the-art Paint Shop in Crewe, covering 12,500 sqm, has begun operations. It features a fleet of ten Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) to move car bodies, making it the first automotive paint shop in the world to use self-propelled carriers. The facility also introduces a water-based paint primer and a Residual Thermal Oxidiser (RTO) to purify air, reducing VOC emissions by up to 98%.
up to 45%%
Compared to previous facility, due to improved accuracy and filtration.
“Today marks one of the most significant milestones in our Dream Factory journey, and one of the proudest moments for me since I joined Bentley in 2023. The new Paint Shop is a testament to the skill and commitment of everyone involved.”
Why this matters
The new facility enables Bentley to offer nearly 100 paint colors, reduces waste by up to 45%, and improves energy efficiency, supporting its future vehicle production including its first EV.
Terms in This Story
- AGV
- Automated Guided Vehicle, a self-propelled vehicle used to move materials without human intervention.
- VOC
- Volatile Organic Compounds, chemicals that can evaporate and contribute to air pollution.
- Solvent-based paint
- Paint that uses organic solvents as the carrier for pigments, often releasing more VOCs.
- Water-based paint
- Paint that uses water as the primary carrier, typically producing fewer VOCs.
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