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Precision Metal Finishing
Precision Nickel Plating for Mission-Critical Components.
Electroless nickel, electrolytic nickel, passivation, and surface preparation for manufacturers who demand consistency, compliance, and performance — on the parts where the finish is part of the engineering requirement.
Trusted by
Certified & Compliant
Approved by the standards that govern aerospace, defence, nuclear, and medicine
Trusted by manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, and other performance-driven industries worldwide — when corrosion resistance, dimensional control, and repeatability matter on every part.
Two Paths Forward
Skip the search. Go directly to what fits your part.
Whether you arrive with a specification on the drawing or with a problem to solve, we built this site so you can move from where you are to a quote in as few clicks as possible.
Help Me Choose
Compare coating options by material, performance requirement, and part geometry to find the right finish for your application.
Why Entech
Process discipline where the finish has a job to do.
Entech provides high-performance finishing for components where corrosion resistance, dimensional control, repeatability, and long-term reliability matter — on regulated and mission-critical work.
Precision
Coatings and treatments applied with tight process control to protect critical dimensions on every part.
Consistency
Repeatable results across prototype, low-volume, and production work — same standard, every batch.
Specification Discipline
Work reviewed against drawing requirements, coating standards, thickness targets, and inspection criteria — before processing.
Performance Focus
Finishes selected and applied to improve corrosion resistance, wear life, lubricity, and service reliability.
Our Capabilities
Four core processes. One standard of precision.
Every process below solves a different manufacturing problem. Pick the route that fits your part — or use the comparison page to evaluate side-by-side.
01
Flagship
Electroless Nickel Plating
Uniform nickel-phosphorus coatings for complex parts, internal features, and applications where even thickness matters.
02
Sulfamate
Electrolytic (Sulfamate) Nickel Plating
Ductile nickel deposits with controlled thickness for parts that require targeted build, machinability, or legacy aerospace compliance.
03
Treatment
Stainless Steel Passivation
Chemical treatment that removes free iron and improves corrosion resistance without changing the base metal's core properties.
04
Pre-finish
Sandblasting & Surface Preparation
Pre-finishing preparation that removes contamination and prepares the substrate for reliable adhesion and consistent results.
A track record measured in decades, not deadlines.
Twenty-five years of continuous operation. Hundreds of thousands of components processed every year. Zero compromise on the standards your industry demands.
0+
Years in Operation
0k+
Parts Processed Yearly
0×
Quality Approvals
0hr
Quote Turnaround
Substrates We Process
Tailored to the substrate, not forced through one process.
Carbon and alloy steels, stainless steel, aluminum, copper and brass, Invar 36, Inconel, and high-strength alloys such as 300M. Preparation, activation, masking, and finishing controls are adjusted to each material so the final result matches the part's functional requirement.
Sectors We Serve
Where the finish is part of the engineering.
From flight-line to factory-floor, from operating room to drivetrain — when the part has to perform, our finishes are already on it.
Aerospace
Spec-driven finishing for structural and precision components.
Automotive
Drivetrain, transmission, battery, hydraulic, and structural — ICE and EV.
Energy
Durable, code-conscious finishing for demanding service environments.
Medical
Clean, repeatable finishing for surface-critical components.
Tooling, Molds & Dies
Wear resistance and durability for production hardware and tooling.
Coating Outcomes · By the Numbers
Engineered for the parts that have to perform.
Buyers don't shop for chemistry — they shop for outcomes. Each card below maps a real-world performance category to the Entech processes that deliver it.
Mission-Critical Reliability
When the part flies, fail-cost is unforgivable. We process to aerospace QMS discipline, every job.
Wear & Service Life
Outlast the operating cycle. Hardness, lubricity, and predictable wear curves under load.
Dimensional Control
Tight tolerances, predictable build. The finish respects critical dimensions, not the other way around.
Corrosion Resistance
Coastal, chemical, and saline service environments. Match the chemistry to the threat.
Aerospace Compliance
Spec-driven processing with audit-ready records. Your auditor's checklist is our default workflow.
Fixturing & Masking · In-House Engineering
As Plated · Mask Removed
Engineered to the Part
Advanced Masking Techniques.
Advanced masking for precision out-of-tank plating. We design and fabricate custom tooling, fixtures, and 3D-printed masking guides to achieve selective, accurate, and consistent plating results.
- Custom Tooling
- Engineered Fixtures
- 3D-Printed Guides
- Out-of-Tank Plating
How It Works
From enquiry to delivery.
A streamlined workflow built around your timeline, your specification, and your part.
📋
1
Submit Your Specs
Send drawing, material, and finish callout. We review the requirement and respond fast.
🧭
2
Process Review
We verify the right finish against geometry, substrate, and applicable specification before quoting.
⚗️
3
Precision Processing
Parts processed in our certified facility with full traceability and inspection-ready documentation.
📦
4
Inspect & Ship
Final inspection with test reports, certificates of conformance, and secure packaging.
Specs & Approvals
Built around the standards regulated buyers depend on.
We support work governed by ASTM, AMS, MIL, QQ, and customer-specific requirements. Controlled processes and documentation practices help buyers in regulated industries move forward with confidence.
AS9100D
Aerospace QMS
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management
NADCAP
Special Process
CSA N299.1-4
Nuclear QA
CGP
Controlled Goods
Frequently Asked
Quick answers buyers ask us most.
What's the difference between electroless and electrolytic nickel plating?
Electroless nickel is an autocatalytic chemical process — no external current — so it deposits a nickel-phosphorus alloy with uniform thickness across recesses, internal channels, and complex geometry. It's the right call for parts where coverage of awkward features matters more than localized build.
Electrolytic (sulfamate) nickel is current-driven, so thickness varies with current density. It's chosen for ductile, low-stress deposits, targeted thickness in specific zones, repair/build-up work, and aerospace specifications that explicitly call for electrodeposited nickel. Entech runs both under AS9100D and NADCAP and can help match the process to the part — see the side-by-side comparison.
What credentials does Entech hold?
Entech holds six active credentials:
AS9100D certification (aerospace QMS) and ISO 9001:2015 certification issued by Perry Johnson Registrars, valid through March 8, 2028 · ISO 13485:2016 certification for medical-device QMS · NADCAP Chemical Processing accreditation (Cert 24321236442) through February 28, 2027 · CSA N299.1-4 certification for nuclear-quality work · Controlled Goods Program registration (Cert 30223) through March 5, 2027 for defence and controlled-tech parts. Plus customer-specific approvals like LGPS where applicable. View the actual certificate documents.
What materials can Entech plate?
Carbon and alloy steels (including 4140, 4340, 17-4 PH, 300M), 300- and 400-series stainless, aluminum and aluminum alloys, copper, brass, Invar 36, Inconel, and other engineered alloys. The right preparation, activation, and process control are tailored to each substrate's behaviour — most plating variability traces back to substrate-specific prep, so we review material grade, condition, and prior treatments before locking the process. Browse materials and substrate-process compatibility.
Which industry standards (ASTM, AMS, MIL, QQ) does Entech work to?
Electroless nickel: ASTM B733, AMS 2404, AMS 2405, MIL-C-26074 / AMS-C-26074. Electrolytic nickel: AMS 2403. Stainless passivation: ASTM A967, ASTM A380, AMS 2700, QQ-P-35, ASTM F86 (medical). Plus customer-specific callouts including LGPS and OEM-defined process approvals. Final applicability is always confirmed against the drawing, revision level, deposit requirement, and part material before processing begins. See the full Standards Vault.
How do I request a quote, and what should I send?
Submit your RFQ through the Request a Quote form or call +1 (416) 749-2400. For the fastest review, include: the part drawing or print, material or alloy, the required process or finish (if known), any applicable specification or approval (ASTM, AMS, MIL, QQ, or customer-specific), thickness target, quantity and cadence, masking or no-coat areas, and a sentence on the application — corrosion, wear, dimensional sensitivity, or downstream machining. Most quotes come back within one business day. Time-sensitive or regulated work? Tell us up front and we'll prioritize the review.
Have a question we haven't answered? Send it our way — we usually reply same day.
Ready to improve the performance and reliability of your components?
Work with a plating partner that understands specifications, critical dimensions, and the realities of regulated manufacturing.
Precision Metal Finishing
Precision Nickel Plating for Mission-Critical Components.
Electroless nickel, electrolytic nickel, passivation, and surface preparation for manufacturers who demand consistency, compliance, and performance — on the parts where the finish is part of the engineering requirement.
Trusted by
Certified & Compliant
Approved by the standards that govern aerospace, defence, nuclear, and medicine
Trusted by manufacturers in aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, and other performance-driven industries worldwide — when corrosion resistance, dimensional control, and repeatability matter on every part.
Two Paths Forward
Skip the search. Go directly to what fits your part.
Whether you arrive with a specification on the drawing or with a problem to solve, we built this site so you can move from where you are to a quote in as few clicks as possible.
I Know What I Need
Go directly to the process, specification, or approval you need so you can validate fit and request a quote faster.
Help Me Choose
Compare coating options by material, performance requirement, and part geometry to find the right finish for your application.
Why Entech
Process discipline where the finish has a job to do.
Entech provides high-performance finishing for components where corrosion resistance, dimensional control, repeatability, and long-term reliability matter — on regulated and mission-critical work.
Precision
Coatings and treatments applied with tight process control to protect critical dimensions on every part.
Consistency
Repeatable results across prototype, low-volume, and production work — same standard, every batch.
Specification Discipline
Work reviewed against drawing requirements, coating standards, thickness targets, and inspection criteria — before processing.
Performance Focus
Finishes selected and applied to improve corrosion resistance, wear life, lubricity, and service reliability.
Our Capabilities
Four core processes. One standard of precision.
Every process below solves a different manufacturing problem. Pick the route that fits your part — or use the comparison page to evaluate side-by-side.
01
Flagship
Electroless Nickel Plating
Uniform nickel-phosphorus coatings for complex parts, internal features, and applications where even thickness matters.
02
Sulfamate
Electrolytic (Sulfamate) Nickel Plating
Ductile nickel deposits with controlled thickness for parts that require targeted build, machinability, or legacy aerospace compliance.
03
Treatment
Stainless Steel Passivation
Chemical treatment that removes free iron and improves corrosion resistance without changing the base metal's core properties.
04
Pre-finish
Sandblasting & Surface Preparation
Pre-finishing preparation that removes contamination and prepares the substrate for reliable adhesion and consistent results.
A track record measured in decades, not deadlines.
Twenty-five years of continuous operation. Hundreds of thousands of components processed every year. Zero compromise on the standards your industry demands.
0+
Years in Operation
0k+
Parts Processed Yearly
0×
Quality Approvals
0hr
Quote Turnaround
Substrates We Process
Tailored to the substrate, not forced through one process.
Carbon and alloy steels, stainless steel, aluminum, copper and brass, Invar 36, Inconel, and high-strength alloys such as 300M. Preparation, activation, masking, and finishing controls are adjusted to each material so the final result matches the part's functional requirement.
Sectors We Serve
Where the finish is part of the engineering.
From flight-line to factory-floor, from operating room to drivetrain — when the part has to perform, our finishes are already on it.
Aerospace
Spec-driven finishing for structural and precision components.
Automotive
Drivetrain, transmission, battery, hydraulic, and structural — ICE and EV.
Energy
Durable, code-conscious finishing for demanding service environments.
Medical
Clean, repeatable finishing for surface-critical components.
Tooling, Molds & Dies
Wear resistance and durability for production hardware and tooling.
Coating Outcomes · By the Numbers
Engineered for the parts that have to perform.
Buyers don't shop for chemistry — they shop for outcomes. Each card below maps a real-world performance category to the Entech processes that deliver it.
Mission-Critical Reliability
When the part flies, fail-cost is unforgivable. We process to aerospace QMS discipline, every job.
Wear & Service Life
Outlast the operating cycle. Hardness, lubricity, and predictable wear curves under load.
Dimensional Control
Tight tolerances, predictable build. The finish respects critical dimensions, not the other way around.
Corrosion Resistance
Coastal, chemical, and saline service environments. Match the chemistry to the threat.
Aerospace Compliance
Spec-driven processing with audit-ready records. Your auditor's checklist is our default workflow.
Fixturing & Masking · In-House Engineering
As Plated · Mask Removed
Engineered to the Part
Advanced Masking Techniques.
Advanced masking for precision out-of-tank plating. We design and fabricate custom tooling, fixtures, and 3D-printed masking guides to achieve selective, accurate, and consistent plating results.
- Custom Tooling
- Engineered Fixtures
- 3D-Printed Guides
- Out-of-Tank Plating
How It Works
From enquiry to delivery.
A streamlined workflow built around your timeline, your specification, and your part.
📋
1
Submit Your Specs
Send drawing, material, and finish callout. We review the requirement and respond fast.
🧭
2
Process Review
We verify the right finish against geometry, substrate, and applicable specification before quoting.
⚗️
3
Precision Processing
Parts processed in our certified facility with full traceability and inspection-ready documentation.
📦
4
Inspect & Ship
Final inspection with test reports, certificates of conformance, and secure packaging.
Specs & Approvals
Built around the standards regulated buyers depend on.
We support work governed by ASTM, AMS, MIL, QQ, and customer-specific requirements. Controlled processes and documentation practices help buyers in regulated industries move forward with confidence.
AS9100D
Aerospace QMS
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management
NADCAP
Special Process
CSA N299.1-4
Nuclear QA
CGP
Controlled Goods
Frequently Asked
Quick answers buyers ask us most.
What's the difference between electroless and electrolytic nickel plating?
Electroless nickel is an autocatalytic chemical process — no external current — so it deposits a nickel-phosphorus alloy with uniform thickness across recesses, internal channels, and complex geometry. It's the right call for parts where coverage of awkward features matters more than localized build.
Electrolytic (sulfamate) nickel is current-driven, so thickness varies with current density. It's chosen for ductile, low-stress deposits, targeted thickness in specific zones, repair/build-up work, and aerospace specifications that explicitly call for electrodeposited nickel. Entech runs both under AS9100D and NADCAP and can help match the process to the part — see the side-by-side comparison.
What credentials does Entech hold?
Entech holds six active credentials:
AS9100D certification (aerospace QMS) and ISO 9001:2015 certification issued by Perry Johnson Registrars, valid through March 8, 2028 · ISO 13485:2016 certification for medical-device QMS · NADCAP Chemical Processing accreditation (Cert 24321236442) through February 28, 2027 · CSA N299.1-4 certification for nuclear-quality work · Controlled Goods Program registration (Cert 30223) through March 5, 2027 for defence and controlled-tech parts. Plus customer-specific approvals like LGPS where applicable. View the actual certificate documents.
What materials can Entech plate?
Carbon and alloy steels (including 4140, 4340, 17-4 PH, 300M), 300- and 400-series stainless, aluminum and aluminum alloys, copper, brass, Invar 36, Inconel, and other engineered alloys. The right preparation, activation, and process control are tailored to each substrate's behaviour — most plating variability traces back to substrate-specific prep, so we review material grade, condition, and prior treatments before locking the process. Browse materials and substrate-process compatibility.
Which industry standards (ASTM, AMS, MIL, QQ) does Entech work to?
Electroless nickel: ASTM B733, AMS 2404, AMS 2405, MIL-C-26074 / AMS-C-26074. Electrolytic nickel: AMS 2403. Stainless passivation: ASTM A967, ASTM A380, AMS 2700, QQ-P-35, ASTM F86 (medical). Plus customer-specific callouts including LGPS and OEM-defined process approvals. Final applicability is always confirmed against the drawing, revision level, deposit requirement, and part material before processing begins. See the full Standards Vault.
How do I request a quote, and what should I send?
Submit your RFQ through the Request a Quote form or call +1 (416) 749-2400. For the fastest review, include: the part drawing or print, material or alloy, the required process or finish (if known), any applicable specification or approval (ASTM, AMS, MIL, QQ, or customer-specific), thickness target, quantity and cadence, masking or no-coat areas, and a sentence on the application — corrosion, wear, dimensional sensitivity, or downstream machining. Most quotes come back within one business day. Time-sensitive or regulated work? Tell us up front and we'll prioritize the review.
Have a question we haven't answered? Send it our way — we usually reply same day.
Ready to improve the performance and reliability of your components?
Work with a plating partner that understands specifications, critical dimensions, and the realities of regulated manufacturing.