Pre-Coating Surface Preparation for Defense & Aerospace
In the aerospace and defense industries, surface preparation plays an essential role in ensuring that final coatings perform at their best. Whether it's enhancing the longevity of equipment or improving corrosion resistance, the right pre-treatment sets the stage for the effectiveness of any coating system. Empire Group specializes in pre-coating surface preparation for both CNC machined and Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D-printed parts. Our cutting-edge techniques-including sanding, polishing, priming, media blasting, and vapor smoothing for additive manufacturing-ensure a flawless finish, helping coatings adhere properly and withstand extreme operating environments.
Why Surface Preparation Matters for CNC Machined & 3D-Printed Parts
For aerospace and defense components, the success of a coating depends on how well it bonds to the surface. Without proper preparation, even the most advanced coatings will fail to provide the necessary protection against corrosion, wear, and extreme conditions.
CNC Machined Parts: Precision-machined metal components require cleaning, sanding, and media blasting to remove surface contaminants and create an ideal texture for coating adhesion.
Multi Jet Fusion 3D-Printed Parts: Additive manufacturing produces high-quality parts, but raw MJF prints often have a porous or slightly rough texture. Our vapor smoothing process chemically refines the surface, sealing pores and enhancing the material's coating compatibility without compromising dimensional accuracy.
Whether it's military-grade aluminum brackets or mission-critical polymer housings, Empire Group ensures that every part receives the right pre-coating treatment for maximum durability and performance.
Empire Group: Your Trusted Defense Surface Preparation Partner
With decades of experience in aerospace and defense manufacturing, Empire Group provides precision pre-coating surface preparation to ensure your parts are fully optimized for finishing.
Our state-of-the-art 20,000 square-foot facility is equipped with the latest technology to meet the stringent demands of mission-critical applications. We specialize in sanding, polishing, priming, media blasting, and vapor smoothing, ensuring that both metal and polymer components are properly prepped for their final coatings.
As an ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001, and ITAR-certified facility, we uphold the highest quality standards, guaranteeing reliable and repeatable results for every project.
Our Surface Preparation Capabilities
Empire Group offers a wide range of pre-coating preparation services tailored to the unique needs of the aerospace and defense sectors. Our capabilities include:
Polishing. Creates a smooth, even surface finish for optimal coating adhesion.
Sanding. Ensures part surfaces are free from imperfections.
Priming. Provides a protective layer that improves the bond between the substrate and the final coating.
Texturing. Adds a controlled surface roughness for coatings that require enhanced grip or durability.
Media blasting. Removes contaminants and ensures uniform surface preparation. - Vapor Smoothing (for 3D-Printed Parts): Chemically refines and seals the surface of MJF-printed polymer parts, eliminating rough textures and improving coating adhesion.
Each of these steps plays a critical role in ensuring coatings perform optimally under demanding aerospace and defense conditions.
Contact Us Today to Discuss Your Pre-Coating Surface Preparation Needs
Proper surface preparation is essential for ensuring the durability, longevity, and effectiveness of coatings-whether for CNC machined metal parts or MJF 3D-printed polymer components.
At Empire Group, we're ready to support your next aerospace or defense project with our expert pre-coating surface preparation services. Contact us today to discuss how we can help, or request a quote to get started!