A profile can meet its cross-section drawing and still disappoint when the installed visible surfaces do not match the approved finish. An architectural aluminium order needs both a dimensional specification and a clear appearance reference.
This guide helps Udaipur project buyers coordinate those requirements before ordering. Use it for architectural members, opening profiles, trims and other visible sections. Omalco's manufacturing base is in Behror; identify the Udaipur delivery address when discussing the order.
At a glance
- Mark visible faces, matching members and the stage at which dimensions apply.
- Approve the finish using a physical reference and an agreed inspection method.
- Connect every phased delivery to the same profile and finish approval records.
Identify the surfaces people will see
Mark primary visible faces, secondary visible areas and concealed interfaces on the profile drawing. Explain how the component is oriented in the assembly. This lets the manufacturer and finishing team review handling, contact points, masking and the required appearance where it matters.
Connect each member to its approved profile or system drawing. Where adjoining sections need a consistent appearance, identify them together in the schedule. Keep the architect, fabricator and buyer aligned on the reference used for approval.
Agree what an acceptable finish looks like
Specify the finish process, colour and texture reference, visible faces and any project requirements for surface treatment. Ask the supplier to confirm what is included and where the process is performed. Any coating thickness or performance requirement should be set by the project specification and confirmed for the proposed route.
Approve a suitable physical sample before production. Record the viewing and acceptance method with the project team, including how visible marks and colour variation will be assessed. Retain the approved reference for receiving inspection and later batches.
Check the assembly after the intended treatment
Review mating faces, screw ports, clip features, seals and hardware clearances. Identify dimensions that apply after coating or machining. Ask the fabricator to check the relevant interfaces on representative finished samples so the acceptance reflects the component that will be installed.
Keep structural and complete-system decisions with the appointed design team. Confirm the material condition and the approved drawing revision in the purchase order. Record any proposed change that affects fit, appearance or the specified assembly.
Define protection and identification before dispatch
Agree how visible sections will be separated, wrapped and labelled. Ask whether protective film is suitable for the finish and the planned handling or storage conditions. Obtain the relevant removal and handling instructions from the supplier of that protection.
Labels should connect bundles to profile codes, quantities and finish references. Provide the Udaipur site's access and unloading details, and identify the person responsible for receiving inspection. A clear record makes a damaged or incorrect bundle easier to investigate.
Control phased orders against the original approval
For a project bought in phases, specify which members must be assessed together and how later deliveries will be compared with the approved reference. Keep replacements and spare sections within the same documented requirements. Ask the supplier to identify any proposed changes to the finishing route before production.
At receipt, check identification, quantity, condition and the agreed appearance and inspection records. Photograph discrepancies and record the relevant bundle details. Resolve acceptance questions against the approved documents rather than an informal memory of an earlier batch.
Frequently asked questions
Can a photograph be the only finish approval reference?
Screen and lighting differences make photographs a limited appearance reference. Agree an appropriate physical sample and an inspection method with the project team. Photos can supplement the approval record and help document transport or handling damage.
Can Omalco review architectural profile enquiries for Udaipur?
Share the profile schedule or drawing, finish reference, quantity and Udaipur receiving location with Omalco. The Behror team can review the enquiry and discuss the proposed production, finishing and delivery scope.
What should be included when ordering replacement sections?
Reference the approved profile code and drawing revision, alloy and temper, finish sample, supplied length and any machining details. Explain which installed or stored members the replacement must match, and agree the proposed acceptance process.
Further technical reading
- Architectural and facade application guidance
- Omalco aluminium profile catalogues
- Rajasthan manufacturing overview
About the publisher
Omalco manufactures aluminium profiles and custom extrusions from its Behror base. Our journal helps buyers prepare technical enquiries and compare supply requirements. Learn about Omalco.
