Coatings and Finishes — What Matters

When a product is described as ‘galvanized’ without specifying the standard or level of protection, the term alone does not tell you how the coating has been applied or what level of protection it provides. Alternatives may include surface‑level zinc treatments such as sprays, paints or coatings, offering significantly different durability and potentially affecting long‑term performance of the structure.

At Urbanfab, we protect our products to the core with Hot‑Dip Galvanized to ISO 1461:2022. Our mild steel is engineered to allow molten zinc to reach welds, joints and internal cavities—protecting the internal areas you can’t see, providing decades of corrosion resistance.

Built to protect. Engineered to last.

20 Bike Eco Compound With Racks

20 Bike Eco Compound With Racks

£5,812.80 inc VAT

The 20 Cycle Eco Compound provides a high-capacity, fully enclosed cycle storage solution for commercial, educational and public-sector environments. Designed for year-round use, it securely accommodates up to 20 adult cycles while making efficient use of available space. Its enclosed, lockable design provides controlled access for staff and authorised users, helping to reduce the risk of theft, damage and exposure to adverse weather.

Beyond its practical benefits, the Eco Compound offers a cost-effective alternative to expanding car parking, supporting active travel and making better use of available site space. Its durable, low-maintenance design can also support sustainability goals and employee wellbeing, while providing a dedicated, organised facility for cycle storage.

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Key Features

  • Fully Enclosed Design — Hot-dip galvanized mild steel gates front and rear with integrated locking posts and plates to secure padlocks.
  • Protective Panel System — Twin‑wall polycarbonate along the upper central walkway and clear, high-impact PETG UV‑stable panelling on sides, front and rear.
  • Cycle Stands — Ten square cycle stands, each sharing a base bar with an extra locking‑bar toast rack for secure, organised parking.
  • Bespoke rack configuration — Bespoke spacing and layout options include increasing the spacing between racks to accommodate e‑bikes, motorbikes and prams, along with configurations that introduce designated parking zones and integrated seating or standing areas within each shelter arrangement.
  • Dimensions — 5080 mm (wide), 3500 mm (deep), and 2100 mm (high).
  • Build — Manufactured with a 50mm × 25 mm Rectangular Hollow Section (RHS) mild steel framework and 5 mm hot-dip galvanized steel locking plates.
  • Bolt‑Down Installation — Plate‑mounted design allows secure fixing to any suitable hard surfaces.
  • Flat‑Pack Delivery — Lightweight yet robust components for easy handling, transport, and on‑site positioning.

Finish Options

  • Standard: Hot-dip galvanized mild steel to ISO 1461:2022, ensuring maximum corrosion resistance and long‑term performance in all weather conditions.
  • Optional Colour Powder-Coated Finish: Many of our customers opt for a hot‑dip galvanized finish only; however, optional powder‑coated colours are available in any standard RAL colour when a project requires a specific aesthetic, allowing the compound to blend seamlessly within its surroundings or complement organisational branding. Please also see Duplex Protection below for long‑term investment benefits. Selecting a powder‑coated finish adds approximately 3–4 days to the lead time and will incur an additional cost. If you’d like to chat through your colour choices or obtain a personalised quotation, just reach out — we’ll be happy to help you choose the finish that feels right for your project.
  • Free UK Mainland Delivery: For other destinations, please contact us for a tailored quotation.

 

Our Eco Compounds are among the most cost‑effective solutions in the UK market, engineered for quality and long‑term performance. We maintain consistent ex‑stock availability, meaning we hold standard inventory enabling prompt delivery within 4-5 days. This allows us to offer one of the fastest delivery times for competitive, high‑quality cycle compounds anywhere in the UK.

Configuration

Shelter Only, Shelter & Rack, Shelter, Rack & Side Panels
 

The Uncompromising Standard

Hot-Dip Galvanizing for Superior Structural Protection

At Urbanfab, we believe proper protection starts with the steel itself.

That’s why we hot-dip galvanize our mild steel after fabrication, in accordance with ISO 1461:2022. The completed fabrication is fully immersed in molten zinc, creating a tough, metallurgically bonded coating that becomes an integral part of the structure.

Our products are engineered for effective venting and drainage, allowing molten zinc to reach and protect external surfaces, welds, joints and accessible internal areas of the structure.

‘Galvanized’ Does Not Always Mean Hot-Dip Galvanized

Where a product is described as simply ‘galvanized’ without specifying the standard or level of protection, the term alone does not tell you which galvanizing or zinc-coating process has been used, or what coating specification applies. Alternatives may include pre-galvanised steel or other zinc-coating methods.

The key difference is how and when the zinc is applied. For large outdoor structural steelwork exposed to varying weather conditions, we choose post-fabrication hot-dip galvanizing — a proven approach across construction, transport, infrastructure and agriculture, where durable corrosion protection is fundamental to safety and structural integrity.

Duplex Protection 

Many surface-applied paints and coatings rely on maintaining an effective barrier between the steel and its environment. When this barrier is damaged, moisture and oxygen can reach the steel, increasing the risk of corrosion—particularly around crevices, joints, welds, and areas exposed to persistent moisture or ground contact.

At Urbanfab, optional powder-coated finishes are applied over hot-dip galvanizing to create an enhanced duplex coating system. The zinc-iron layers formed during galvanizing provide long-term corrosion resistance and sacrificial (cathodic) protection, safeguarding areas where powder coating may be inaccessible. The powder coat then adds a durable, UV‑stable environmental barrier, enhancing appearance while reducing weathering.

The two coatings work in synergy to extend service life: the powder coat forms a colour-stable environmental barrier that shields the zinc, while the galvanized layer continues to protect the steel wherever the outer finish is damaged. Together they deliver elevated long‑term performance, corrosion resistance and a refined architectural finish.

The Urbanfab Standard

We recognise that advanced multilayer coating systems, including Triplex systems, can offer strong corrosion resistance. However, our engineering principle remains constant:

Protect the Core First. Then Apply Surface Treatments and Finishes.

The C1–C5 corrosivity classifications in ISO 12944 describe the severity of the surrounding environment. They do not, by themselves, determine whether every surface within a structure — particularly concealed or internal surfaces — has received an equivalent level of protection.

Long-Term Protection

Hot‑dip galvanized steel to ISO 1461:2022 provides long‑term corrosion protection, delivering an indicative service life of approximately 34 years — and often significantly more — depending on atmospheric conditions across the UK.

Built to Last. Protection That Endures.

For Urbanfab, hot-dip galvanizing isn't simply a finish. It's how we protect mild steel for the future.

 

 

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Installation Animations

All of our products include a detailed, step‑by‑step installation animation, with expert support available whenever you need it.

Free & Fast UK Delivery 

We keep core products in standard inventory, enabling 4–5 day delivery for shelters and storage solutions — all with free shipping across the UK.

Made to Shield

We hot‑dip galvanize after fabrication to ISO 1461:2022, creating a zinc–iron alloy armour that grows into the steel and protects from within.

20 Bike Eco Compound With Racks
20 Bike Eco Compound With Racks