Imagineering Finishing Technologies, founded in 1959 and based in South Bend, US, is a world-class metal finishing service company specializing in metallurgical consulting and process applications. With 51 to 100 employees and annual sales between $10-24.9 million, the company operates multiple facilities across Indiana, including South Bend and Indianapolis. They offer a comprehensive suite of metal and non-metal finishing services, including Electroless Nickel Plating, Dry Film Lubricant Coating, Phosphate Coating, Anodizing (Type II and Type III), Passivation, Conversion Coating, Painting Services (including CARC), and Non-Destructive Testing. Imagineering Finishing Technologies provides full-service mechanical and chemical pre-treatment, along with extensive testing capabilities. The company is certified to high quality and environmental standards, holding IATF 16949, ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 14001, and Nadcap certifications, and is ITAR registered. They serve diverse industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical, military, mining, defense, and power generation, handling projects from small precision parts to large volume production, including specialized applications for military vehicle armor, surgical components, and rocket parts. Their commitment to Total Quality Management and continuous investment in new processes ensures high-level quality systems and support for customer supply chain management.
Anoplate Corporation, established in 1960, is a leading industrial metal finishing company based in Syracuse, US, specializing in surface engineering and custom coatings. With 201-300 employees, Anoplate operates a 120,000 square foot facility and serves a broad base of industries nationwide, including Aerospace, Medical, Rail & Transportation, Defense, and Commercial & Industrial. The company offers a comprehensive range of metal finishing processes, including various anodizing (Hardcoat, Sulfuric, Chromic Acid, Boric-Sulfuric, Titanium), electroplating (Cadmium, Chrome, Copper, Gold, Nickel, Silver, Tin, Zinc), and electroless plating (low, mid, and high phosphorous). Additional services include conversion coatings (Aluminum Chemical Film, Steel Black Oxide, Phosphating), dry film lubrication, vacuum impregnation, electropolishing, and passivation. Anoplate is distinguished by its extensive corporate approvals and certifications, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Nadcap accreditation (including a 24-month accreditation for plating processes), demonstrating its commitment to quality and adherence to rigid industry specifications. The company partners with prominent industry names such as BAE Systems, Lockheed, and Raytheon, providing customized solutions from routine plating to complex finishing requirements.