Anodizing is an important industrial process; anodized metals are popular throughout industry and commerce, including the computer product context. They are valued for their corrosion resistant properties and for their appearance. They can be used in decorative paneling, as housing for electronics like computers, as furniture components and in many other applications. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Saporito Finishing Co.
Cicero, IL | 708-222-5300Our standard aluminum anodizing is sure to please! We are able to provide this service to you from our state of the art facility in Cicero, Illinois. We have proven time and time again that we are able to provide many diverse products, and have become known as one of the most versatile companies in the industry. Our capabilities and expertise are what allow us to be able to complete any finishing application with ease. Contact our staff to learn more today!
US Anodize
Reading, PA | 610-374-5107Specializing in color anodizing and chemical brightening for over 60 years, US Anodize has wasted no time in perfecting our aluminum anodizing methods and manufacturing process. We offer aluminum anodizing, PERMODIZE®, chromate conversion, and laser engraving. We serve a variety of industries, including automotive, military, medical, and more. We are capable of completing custom orders in our 50,000 square foot facility through the use of both of our high-volume anodizing lines.
Val-Kro, Inc.
North Tonawanda, NY | 716-694-5001Val-Kro Industrial Plating Inc. is an ISO 9001-certified company specializing in Electroless Nickel Plating, Type II Anodizing, Type III Anodizing, Chromate Conversion, Abrasive Blasting, Passivation, and Superfinishing. We offer a diverse line of Electroless Nickel Coatings with rack, barrel, and wire plating capabilities and can accommodate both low and high-volume production requirements. Val-Kro also offers both Conventional and Hardcoat Anodizing using our proprietary anodizing line.
Ace Anodizing
Hillside, IL | 708-547-6680If you are looking for a durable, aesthetically pleasing finish, look no further. We offer a large array of chemical finishing services. We offer Type II, bright dip anodizing, and hard coat anodizing, as well as an architectural anodizing process and powder coating. Since our inception over 50 years ago, Ace Anodizing has cultivated a reputation of providing quick turnaround times and superior services and products with reliable quality you can trust. Rush services available.
Anodizing Services - Extrude-A-TrimTypes of anodizing include titanium anodizing, niobium anodizing and aluminum anodizing. Aluminum anodizing is the most popular because the chemical structure of aluminum alloys are strengthened by an anodizing treatment rather then deteriorated as some metals are. Iron, for example, rusts when bathed or painted with the acid treatment. The essence of this acid treatment varies, but three common styles are the chromic acid anodization, sulfuric acid anodization and hard anodization.
All three processes involve immersing a metal into a vat of chromic or sulfuric acid, and then using an electric current to change the chemical structure on the surface of the metal. With certain metals like aluminum and titanium, the oily and corrosive substances strengthen and harden the metals, making them weatherproof and also improving them aesthetically.
Anodizing Services - Extrude-A-TrimColor anodizing, clear anodizing and custom anodizing are a few examples of other anodizing processes also offered by anodizing operations. Clear anodizing is the natural result of a sulfuric acid treatment, although it can be turned into a color anodization because the pore size after anodizing is larger and soaks up color better.
Custom anodizing is available for consumers that require specific levels of hardness, thickness or color. This is when the less well known anodizing styles are employed, smaller scale processes that offer more control and precision. Painting rather then submerging the metal in organic, citric or boric acids is a variation often used by custom anodizers. The anodizing process, which literally is changing the chemical structure of a metal, is not always environmentally friendly.
Certain types of anodizing emit toxic fumes into the atmosphere that can be detrimental to the health of the planet as well as humans in the area. Thankfully, there are enough safe acids that can be utilized that the industry is not suffering, and there are organizations that regulate the process to ensure safety.
