Commercial, Military & Aerospace Coating Services

Yes. MIL is Nadcap-accredited and approved by numerous aerospace primes for coating processes including CARC, dry/solid film lubricants, powder coating, primers, enamels, fluoropolymers, and metallic ceramic systems.
We interpret and execute specifications to the letter—MIL-DTL, AMS, OEM drawings, and proprietary aerospace requirements—ensuring every coating meets thickness, cure, adhesion, and performance criteria. Full documentation and certification are provided with every order.

All surface preparation is performed in-house, including cleaning, degreasing, abrasive blasting, masking, etching, passivation, and other spec-defined steps.
Because adhesion and performance depend heavily on preparation, our team evaluates every part, spec, and substrate to determine the correct prep process. Performing all prep and coating under one roof reduces handling risk and ensures consistent, repeatable results.

Turnaround times vary by coating type, part quantity, masking complexity, and specification requirements, but our quoting team provides accurate estimates upfront.
Most coating jobs fall within standard lead times, and our one-stop-shop model—surface prep, coating, cure, inspection, and certification—all in the same facility—helps minimize days lost to transit or multiple vendors. For time-critical aerospace and defense work, consistent reliability is a key part of our value.

Solid film lubricants offer long-lasting, low-friction performance in environments where traditional wet lubricants would migrate, burn off, or contaminate assemblies.
MIL applies MoS₂-, graphite-, and PTFE-based films that:

• Reduce friction and wear under load
• Perform in high-temperature and vacuum environments
• Do not attract dirt or debris
• Provide predictable torque-tension values for fasteners
• Maintain consistent film thickness on close-tolerance surfaces

This makes them ideal for aerospace and military assemblies where reliability and clean operation are critical.

Quality is controlled through a combination of prime-approved procedures, Nadcap-compliant process controls, and detailed inspection steps.
Depending on the coating, quality verification may include:

• Film thickness measurement
• Adhesion and crosshatch testing
• Cure verification
• Environmental exposure testing (as required)
• Full visual inspection
• Lot traceability and certification

   

Repeatability is a core strength—MIL maintains strict process parameters for every coating line, oven cure profile, and prep stage to ensure durable, spec-compliant performance.

Absolutely. MIL specializes in coating precision and non-standard components—including complex geometries, multi-step assemblies, and parts with tight tolerances or intricate masking requirements.
We support a wide range of industries, including:

• Aerospace & defense (our primary market)
• Space systems
• Medical and laboratory instrumentation
• Commercial and industrial equipment
• Specialized R&D and low-volume precision manufacturing

   

If a part requires high reliability, tight process control, and adherence to engineering specifications, MIL is built for exactly that kind of work.