Aerospace Shot Peen, Anodizing, Passivation, ChemFilm, and Painting

NAP proudly serves the aerospace industry with optimized metal finishing processes.

Metal Finishing is typically the final step in the manufacturing process. In general, it is used to provide environmental protection and/or metallurgical enhancements to critical components. We offer Anodizing, Shot Peening, Painting, Passivation and ChemFilm Services, these processes help aerospace products withstand harsh environments and maximize the longevity of any part.

Our metal finishing services are specifically designed to accommodate materials used in the aerospace industry. Our commitment to quality (NADCAP Certified – See certifications page) we are here to serve both OEM and aftermarket customers. We are committed to high quality, fast turnaround, and competitive pricing.

an aerospace wheel in the metal finishing process

NAP’s Nadcap Accredited Metal Finishing Capabilities Include:

Surface Enhancement:

  • CNC Robotic Shot Peening: Ceramic & Cut Wire
  • Airblast

    • 5-Axis CNC
    • Ceramic Media
  • Wheelblast

    • Single Lance (air)
    • Dual Wheelblast
    • Conditioned Cut Wire

Wet Painting:

  • Conveyor Paint Line
  • MIL-Spec Prime / Paint
  • CARC Paint

  • AMS Standard Painting Services

Conversion Coating “ChemFilm”:

  • MIL-DTL-5541 Type 1 Class 1A & Class 3

  • MIL-DTL-5541 Type 2 Class 1A & Class 3

  • AMS-2473

Anodizing:

  • Sulfuric Acid Type II, Class I Sodium Dichromate Seal

  • Sulfuric Acid Type II, Class I Nickel Acetate Seal

  • AMS2471

  • MIL-PRF-8625

Passivation:

  • AMS-2700 Type 8

  • AMS 2700 Type 6

  • QQ-P-35

  • ASTM-A967