Every Layer
Passes.
Every Time.
Mil-spec hard anodizing, chemical conversion coatings, and CARC paint systems for the components warfighters depend on. DCMA-accepted. NADCAP-accredited. No exceptions.
Process Capabilities
& Spec Matrix
Every process below is actively maintained in our NADCAP scope. Filter by process family to verify coverage against your drawing requirements.
Anodize
4 processes| Process | Governing Spec | Substrate | Typical Thickness | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type I — Chromic Acid Anodize | MIL-A-8625 Type I | Aluminum | 0.00002–0.0001" | Fatigue-sensitive airframe components |
| Type II — Sulfuric Acid Anodize | MIL-A-8625 Type II | Aluminum | 0.0002–0.001" | General corrosion protection |
| Type III — Hard Anodize | MIL-A-8625 Type III | Aluminum | 0.001–0.002" | Wear-critical surfaces, actuators, hydraulic housings |
| Titanium Anodize | AMS 2487 / AMS 2488 | Titanium | N/A | Structural fasteners, rotor systems |
Conversion
4 processes| Process | Governing Spec | Substrate | Typical Thickness | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chromate Conversion — Class 1A | MIL-DTL-5541 Class 1A | Aluminum | <0.00001" | Conductive, full corrosion protection |
| Chromate Conversion — Class 3 | MIL-DTL-5541 Class 3 | Aluminum | <0.00001" | Low electrical resistance, radar housings |
| Trivalent Chromate (TCP) | MIL-DTL-5541 / SAE AMS2473 | Aluminum | <0.00001" | RoHS-compliant, EH&S preferred |
| Passivation | AMS 2700 / ASTM A967 | Stainless Steel / CRES | N/A | Missile hardware, guidance assemblies |
CARC Paint
3 processes| Process | Governing Spec | Substrate | Typical Thickness | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARC Epoxy Primer | MIL-PRF-23377 Class C | All metals | 0.6–0.9 mils DFT | Pre-prime for topcoat adhesion |
| CARC Polyurethane Topcoat | MIL-DTL-64159 Type II | All metals | 1.5–2.5 mils DFT | Vehicle subframes, armored panels |
| Primer-Only System | MIL-PRF-85582 | Aluminum | 0.6–0.9 mils DFT | Aerospace structural components |
Specialty
3 processes| Process | Governing Spec | Substrate | Typical Thickness | Application Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Oxide | MIL-DTL-13924 Class 1 | Steel | <0.00001" | Optical mounts, weapon components |
| Electroless Nickel | AMS 2404 / MIL-C-26074 | Steel / Al | 0.0005–0.001" | Wear + corrosion, guidance bodies |
| Zinc Phosphate | MIL-DTL-16232 Type Z | Steel | 0.0001–0.0003" | Paint adhesion base, depot MRO |
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Certifications &
Audit Status
Live accreditation status — not a logo wall. Every card below reflects the current audit cycle, scope, and surveillance record your quality team needs to verify without picking up the phone.
National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program
98.4%
Latest result
Scope
Chemical Processing — AC7108
Last Audit
Nov 2025
Next Surveillance
May 2026
Accrediting Body
Performance Review Institute
Merit Note
Merit Accreditation (18-month interval)
Aerospace Quality Management System
0 Major NCs
Latest result
Scope
Design, Manufacture, and Processing of Aerospace Components
Last Audit
Sep 2025
Next Surveillance
Sep 2026
Accrediting Body
DNV Registrar
Merit Note
Zero major nonconformances — 4 consecutive cycles
International Traffic in Arms Regulations Registration
Compliant
Latest result
Scope
Defense Articles — USML Categories VIII, XI, XV
Last Audit
Jan 2026
Next Surveillance
Jan 2027
Accrediting Body
U.S. Dept. of State, DDTC
Merit Note
Continuous registration since 2009
Quality Management System
0 Major NCs
Latest result
Scope
Surface Treatment and Metal Finishing Operations
Last Audit
Sep 2025
Next Surveillance
Sep 2026
Accrediting Body
DNV Registrar
Merit Note
Co-certified with AS9100D audit
Secondary Conversion Path
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Full accreditation certificate + approved process listing. Name and work email only.
Quality System
In-Process Verification
Five verification checkpoints from material receipt to shipment. Click any step to see testing methodology, acceptance criteria, and the data your quality engineer will ask for.
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On-Time Delivery
Rolling 12-month average
Lot Rejection Rate
Internal first-pass yield
NADCAP Continuity
Uninterrupted accreditation
Defense Part Numbers
Processed annually
Prime Contractor
Field Reports
"Anodize is the only processor on our ASL that has never missed a DCMA source inspection. Their traveler documentation package comes in cleaner than most of our internal shops."
Marcus T.
Director of Supply Chain Quality
Tier-1 Defense Integrator
"We pulled them into a critical path situation on a radar housing — 72-hour turnaround on Type III with full test documentation. They executed without a single NCR. That's the kind of supplier you build a program around."
Jennifer W.
Senior Program Manager
Aerospace Prime
"Their ITAR protocols are tighter than some classified facilities I've audited. We had zero findings during our annual supplier audit. The bath chemistry records alone were more thorough than our own internal requirements."
David K.
Supplier Quality Engineer
Missile Systems Division
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Qualification
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Full accreditation certificate + approved process listing. For engineers building their approved processor shortlist.
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Program Office
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