ENGINEERING
Finishing
At Actron Engineering, our finishing services represent the final, critical stage in
Meeting the Mission Through Experience and Capabilities. We understand that for aerospace and defense components, the finish is more than just aesthetic—it is a vital layer of protection against corrosion, wear, and extreme environmental degradation. By integrating these processes in-house, we maintain total control over quality and lead times. Whether your project requires high-performance chemical barriers or durable decorative coatings, we ensure every part arrives with a surface that meets exacting aerospace and defense specifications and uncompromising commercial standards.
Finishing Capabilities
Paint & Powder Coating
Actron offers high-durability liquid painting and powder coating solutions designed for the rigors of field deployment. Our technicians utilize advanced application techniques to achieve precise dry film thicknesses. For components requiring superior impact and scratch resistance, our powder coating provides a robust, environmentally friendly finish. Both processes involve meticulous masking to protect critical tolerances, threads, and mating surfaces from coating buildup
Precision Laser Engraving
To ensure permanent traceability and professional branding, our precision laser engraving services deliver high-resolution markings on a wide variety of materials. We specialize in applying part numbers, serial numbers, 2D barcodes, and complex logos that remain legible throughout the component's entire lifecycle. Unlike traditional labeling, our laser marking process is resistant to chemicals, abrasion, and extreme heat. This capability is essential for meeting UID (Unique Identification) requirements and ensuring long-term accountability for mission-critical aerospace and defense hardware.
Conversion Coating (Chem Film)
Our chemical conversion coating services, including Alodine and Chem Film, provide essential corrosion resistance while maintaining electrical conductivity for aluminum components. This process creates a protective surface that serves as an ideal primer for painting or as a standalone finish for parts requiring low electrical resistance. Managed under strict process controls, our tanks ensure uniform thickness and adherence to MIL-DTL-5541 standards, providing a reliable foundation for hardware destined for the harshest operating environments.
Qualified in the following Standards:
- 7999070: Epoxy Paint Process specification used in the aerospace and defense industries
- MIL-DTL-14072F: U.S. military specification for finishes used on ground-based electronic equipment
- WS 19201: Naval Sea Systems Command (NSSC) process specification for the application of epoxy polyamide paint
- MIL-PRF-24712: U.S. military performance specification for thermosetting powder coatings used on various metal surfaces in military applications
- Special Process Approvals: Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Space & Electronics, Northrop Grumman
