Components coated with Armoloy TDC are 100% safe for workers and end users. Plated components are used extensively in the food and drug industry, and routinely certified for REACH and RoHS compliance. In addition, Armoloy invests heavily in the newest technology to help ensure the safety of our employees and communities. For more information, learn about the misconceptions of chromium coatings.
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Coatings for Pump Efficiency
Protect pumps from wear and corrosion with Armoloy’s advanced coating solutions.
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The Purpose of Pump Coatings
Pump coatings provide a hard, wear-resistant surface that protects against abrasion, extending the lifespan of pumps handling abrasive fluids and materials. Additionally, Armoloy coatings offer excellent resistance to corrosion, making them ideal for pumps exposed to corrosive substances like chemicals, seawater, or sewage. The smooth surface of these coatings reduces friction between moving parts, enhancing pump efficiency by lowering energy consumption and minimizing heat generation.
By protecting critical components from wear and corrosion, Armoloy coatings significantly reduce maintenance frequency and the likelihood of unexpected failures, leading to less downtime and lower maintenance costs. This ensures continuous and reliable operation of the pumps. Moreover, these coatings are suitable for pumps used in harsh environments, such as those handling petrochemicals, food products, or air and gas in vacuum systems, ensuring they can withstand demanding conditions without compromising performance.
Surface Treatments
Armoloy provides a global process fulfillment network with a wide range of surface solutions for the pump industry and beyond
Our solutions match the right metal coating with the right application—thereby improving longevity and wear life, reducing friction, and protecting from corrosion.
Benefits of Pump Plating Services from Armoloy
Metal failure mitigation
Armoloy protective coatings have helped mitigate risk from a wide range of metal failures
Improve performance
We produce solutions that prevent metal failure while increasing cycle times
Reduce downtime
Armoloy helps protect your metal assets by reducing the need for maintenance and making maintenance more predictable
Decrease costs
In addition to reduced downtime, Armoloy coatings are a cost-effective way of meeting performance requirements instead of using an exotic or expensive base metal
Regulatory compliance
Select Armoloy locations are certified to NADCAP, AS9100, and ISO 9001—with plating lines compliant to industry standards including AMS 2438 and AMS 2460
Long-lasting solutions
Our performance for over 65 years and constant innovation provides continual value for your business
Global reach
Armoloy operates a total of 10 processing facilities across 8 U.S. states, as well as 6 international facilities located in individual countries spread throughout 3 continents
Turnkey partnership
We’re with you throughout the entire process, acting as a single point of contact for all deliverables
Why Choose Armoloy?
Start-to-Finish Surface Solutions
- Armoloy stands out with our fully staffed metallurgical laboratory dedicated to research and development. We offer comprehensive surface coating services, guiding you from initial consultation through design, application, and final quality checks to ensure optimal results for your project.
Innovative Process Development
- Our innovation center focuses on developing and validating repeatable and reliable processes, which we can then implement at any process fulfillment location. This ensures consistent, high-quality coatings no matter where your project is completed, maintaining the same high standards across the globe.
Global Fulfillment and Logistics
- With fulfillment centers located around the world, we optimize logistics to ensure your coatings are delivered on time and maintain consistent quality, no matter where you are. Our extensive global network allows us to efficiently serve clients worldwide.
Process Accreditations at Armoloy
Armoloy coatings have passed the rigorous quality and process testing for the following accreditations:
- AS9100D
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 10993-1
- ISO 14001:2015
- ISO 19011
- NADCAP
- NAMSA
- REACH Compliance
- RoHS Compliance
- Toxikon
- WEEE Compliance
Coating Specifications at Armoloy
Armoloy’s coatings comply with ASTM B733-22 and MIL-C-26074, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance and durability with no part distortion. Our specialized processing tanks adhere to stringent ASTM and MIL specifications, providing high-quality coatings for all ferrous and non-ferrous base materials used in injection molding applications.
- AMS 2438
- AMS 2406
- AMS 2460
- AMS 2403
- AMS 2404
- ASTM A967
- ASTM B117
Pump Applications
Armoloy coatings and surface treatments enhance the functionality of various pump components and applications, including:
- Centrifugal pumps
- Screw pumps
- Roots blower pumps
- Rotary pumps
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Frequently Asked Questions
While thin dense chrome (TDC) and hard chrome are both considered functional coatings, TDC differs from traditional hard chrome in the thickness and surface texture. TDC coatings are in the range of 0.0001 to 0.0005”, while traditional hard chrome is usually over 0.002”, and can measure 0.010” or more, depending on the application. Because of the very low effective thickness, thin dense chrome can often be applied to existing designs without affecting tolerances or fit-up. In addition, traditional hard chrome has a microcracked surface while TDC has a micronodular surface. Both provide a low wear surface, but the micronodular texture can provide superior lubrication retention and wear resistance. Decorative chrome is another coating entirely and is actually a multilayer coating applied to provide an attractive, shiny surface with good corrosion resistance.
Certification to many industry and supplier specifications is available, including AMS 2438 and AMS 2460, depending on the location. In addition, the Armoloy network has fulfillment centers with Quality Management Systems accredited to NADCAP, ISO 9001, and AS9100 requirements.
Yes, we are happy to work with suppliers to choose the right coating, develop a robust process, and identify the ideal processing partner to fit any application. Learn more about our process on our How It Works page.
Yes, Armoloy offers chrome plating services near you through its extensive global network of fulfillment centers. Known for our proprietary thin dense chrome (TDC) coatings, Armoloy’s services are available worldwide, ensuring that you can access high-quality metal plating no matter your location. This network allows for efficient and timely service, catering to various industrial needs across different regions
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Eliminate metal failure from your operations. Get in touch with an Armoloy metal coating specialist today and learn how we can help improve your industry with science-based solutions.