Airflow & ventilation
Controlled airflow designed to meet manufacturer and HSE guidance.
Purpose-built preparation bays
Our aluminium, detailing, and curtain preparation bays are purpose-built to support specialist repair and preparation processes across a wide range of applications.
By combining controlled environments with robust engineering, these bays help achieve consistent results while supporting manufacturer approval requirements and best practice standards.
Supporting quality, safety & compliance
From aluminium repair to final detailing and curtain-side preparation, each bay is designed to enhance workflow, quality, and operator safety.
Careful control of airflow, lighting, and filtration helps maintain consistent working conditions, supporting high-quality finishes while aligning with manufacturer specifications and HSE guidance.
Safe, controlled working environments
Designed to protect operators and maintain cleanliness, these bays support compliance and efficiency without compromise.
Lighting levels
High-performance lighting to support precision work and quality finishes.
Filtration & cleanliness
Effective filtration to reduce contamination and maintain clean working zones.
Compliance ready
Built to align with manufacturer approvals and industry standards.
The features that matter
- Retractable curtain-sided or fully enclosed
- LED lighting
- Optional suspended ceiling
- Low-level extraction for background ventilation with filtered intake towards the front of the cabin
- Optional single phase and 3 phase power supplies for different tooling requirements
- Optional wall mounted dust extraction and compressed air
Certified for quality & safety
STL systems meet leading industry standards and accreditations, giving our clients confidence in safety, compliance, reliability, and long-term performance.
Aluminium repair, Detailing and Prep bay FAQs
The following FAQs provide further guidance on aluminium repair, detailing and prep bays, and their integration into bodyshop environments.
An aluminium repair bay is a dedicated, segregated area for repairing aluminium vehicle structures. It is required to prevent steel contamination, which can affect repair quality and breach OEM repair standards.
By physically separating aluminium repairs from steel work and using dedicated tools, extraction, and cleaning procedures. This controlled environment aligns with OEM requirements for aluminium repair.
Yes. Aluminium repair bays can be designed to fit within existing workshops, subject to space and layout, while still meeting OEM segregation and process requirements.
A detailing bay is a dedicated area for vehicle, polishing and finishing. It is used to carry out high-quality cosmetic work prior to handover, sale, or paint rectification.
Detailing bays are designed to provide a controlled, clean environment with appropriate lighting and power, allowing more precise and consistent results.
An effective detailing bay typically includes high-quality lighting, ventilation, power and air supplies, and space for specialist equipment. STL designs detailing bays to support efficient workflows while maintaining a professional finish quality.
A prep bay is a dedicated area used for vehicle preparation prior to painting or refinishing. Typical tasks include sanding, masking, minor repairs, and surface preparation to ensure vehicles are ready for the spraybooth.
A prep bay separates preparation work from painting and finishing areas, reducing bottlenecks and improving overall efficiency. By completing prep work in a controlled space, vehicles can move into the spraybooth sooner and with better consistency.
An effective prep bay typically includes dust extraction, suitable lighting, compressed air supplies, and sufficient space for preparation equipment. STL designs prep bays to support clean working practices, efficient throughput, and a smooth handover into the spraybooth process.