Industrial Metal Coating & Plating Services
Electro Coatings provides a full range of industrial metal coating, plating, and roller services designed to improve the durability, performance, and lifespan of critical components. With more than 70 years of experience in industrial surface finishing, our team works with manufacturers, OEMs, and engineering teams across a wide range of industries to develop coatings that meet demanding operational requirements.
Unlike decorative coatings, industrial metal coatings are applied for functional performance. These coatings help protect parts against corrosion, abrasion, friction, and extreme operating environments while maintaining dimensional precision and long term reliability.
Electro Coatings supports projects ranging from prototype development to large scale production. Our capabilities include electroless nickel plating, chrome coatings, electroplating, specialized metal coatings, and industrial roller fabrication and repair.
Whether you need improved wear resistance, friction control, or corrosion protection, our engineering and coating specialists help determine the right coating solution for your application.
Our Industrial Coating & Finishing Services
Electro Coatings offers a wide range of metal finishing services designed to enhance performance and extend the life of industrial components.
Electroless Nickel Plating
Electroless nickel plating is a chemical deposition process that applies a nickel phosphorus alloy coating to metal surfaces without electricity. This process produces an extremely uniform coating thickness, even on complex shapes and internal surfaces.
Common benefits include:
• Excellent corrosion resistance
• Uniform coating thickness
• Improved wear resistance
• Reduced friction and galling
• Enhanced hardness after heat treatment
Electroless nickel coatings are commonly used for precision components, valves, pumps, molds, and mechanical assemblies that require consistent protection in demanding environments.
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Industrial Hard Chrome & Thin Dense Chrome Coatings
Chrome coatings provide excellent sliding wear resistance and durability for components exposed to abrasion or heavy mechanical stress. These coatings bond strongly to base metals and are widely used to restore worn surfaces or improve component longevity.
Typical applications include:
• Hydraulic cylinders
• Shafts and rods
• Pumps and valves
• Industrial tooling
• Heavy equipment components
Chrome plating is particularly effective in applications where high hardness and low friction are required.
Electroplating & Metal Coatings
Electro Coatings provides a variety of electroplating and metal coating solutions that enhance material properties and extend component service life. These coatings are often used to improve conductivity, solderability, corrosion resistance, or surface hardness.
Available processes include:
• Zinc electroplating
• Copper plating
• Sulfamate nickel plating
• Chromium over nickel plating
• Selective brush plating
Each process can be tailored to meet specific industry standards and performance requirements.
Industrial Roller Services
Our Berkeley facility specializes in industrial roller fabrication, reconditioning, and coating services. We work with manufacturers across multiple industries to restore or manufacture rollers designed for demanding production environments.
Roller services include:
• Rubber rollers
• Urethane rollers
• Metal covered rollers
• Grooved rollers
• Roller fabrication and repair
These solutions help maintain production efficiency while reducing equipment downtime.
Industries We Serve
Electro Coatings works with manufacturers and engineering teams across many industries where durability, precision, and corrosion resistance are critical.
Industries commonly served include:
• Aviation and aerospace
• Oil and gas
• Agricultural equipment
• Chemical processing
• Construction machinery
• Engineering and industrial manufacturing
• Food processing equipment
• Paper and pulp production
• Printing and textile manufacturing
Many of these industries operate in harsh environments involving chemicals, extreme temperatures, abrasion, or high pressure. Advanced coating solutions help protect equipment while maintaining performance and reliability.
Benefits of Industrial Metal Coatings
Applying the right coating can significantly improve the performance and lifespan of metal components.
Key benefits include:
Corrosion Protection
Industrial coatings create a protective barrier that shields metal surfaces from moisture, chemicals, and corrosive environments.
Wear and Abrasion Resistance
Specialized coatings improve hardness and durability, protecting components from friction and mechanical wear.
Friction Reduction
Some coatings reduce friction between moving parts, improving mechanical efficiency and reducing energy consumption.
Improved Component Lifespan
By protecting the underlying metal, coatings help reduce maintenance requirements and extend equipment life.
Cost Savings
Extending the life of parts and preventing premature failure helps reduce downtime and replacement costs.
Why Work with Electro Coatings
Electro Coatings combines decades of experience with advanced coating technologies to deliver consistent and reliable results.
Key advantages include:
• More than 70 years of industrial coating expertise
• Multiple facilities serving the United States
• Support for prototypes, small batches, and large production runs
• Engineering consultation to determine the best coating solution
• Advanced equipment for precision coating and finishing
Our team works closely with customers to understand application requirements and recommend the most effective surface treatment for long term performance.
Industrial metal coating is a surface finishing process used to improve the performance of metal components. These coatings can enhance corrosion resistance, wear resistance, hardness, and friction properties while protecting the base material from harsh environments.
Electroplating uses an electrical current to deposit metal onto a surface, while electroless nickel plating uses a chemical reaction to apply a nickel phosphorus coating without electricity. Electroless nickel plating typically provides a more uniform coating thickness, especially on complex shapes.
Selecting the right coating depends on several factors, including operating environment, base material, temperature exposure, corrosion risk, and mechanical wear. Working with an experienced coating provider helps ensure the proper coating process is selected.
Many base metals can be coated, including:
• Steel
• Stainless steel
• Aluminum
• Copper
• Brass
Different coating processes may be better suited to specific materials or applications.