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Surgical Instrument Coatings Services

Armoloy’s pioneering biochrome coatings for surgical instruments are certified biocompatible, anti-corrosive, and indispensable to operating rooms worldwide.

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Cutting-Edge Surgical Instrument Coatings

Surgical instrument coatings are critical in enhancing the tools' durability, safety and performance. These specialized coatings provide superior resistance to corrosion, wear, and microbial contamination, essential to maintaining sterile and effective instruments in demanding surgical environments.
In addition to extending the lifespan of surgical tools, Armoloy biochrome coatings enhance functionality by reducing friction and glare and simplifying sterilization. Adhering to stringent industry standards such as USP 10993-10, 10993-6, and 10993-11 ensures our coatings deliver the highest quality and safety required for modern surgical procedures.
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Benefits of Surgical Instrument 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’s surgical instrument coatings are reliable, safe, and high-performing solutions for demanding medical environments. Our biochrome coatings have passed the rigorous testing processes to qualify for the following accreditations:

  • ISO 10993-1
  • ISO 10993-6
  • REACH Compliance
  • ISO 10993-11
  • ISO 10993-10
  • RoHS Compliance
  • Toxikon

Certifications at Armoloy

Armoloy’s surgical instrument coatings are reliable, safe, and high-performing solutions for demanding medical environments. Our biochrome coatings are tested and certified to the following specifications:

  • AMS2460 SAE, Plating, Chromium
  • USP Class VI
  • Tripartite/ISO
  • STERIS SYSTEM 1
  • SAE AMS2406 | AMS-QQ-C-320, Chromium Plating (Electrodeposited)
  • SAE AMS2438 Plating, Chromium Thin, Hard, Dense Deposit
  • Steam Autoclave
  • STERIS EtO
  • STERRAD Sterilization

Surgical Coatings Applications

Armoloy biochrome coatings improve the performance and durability of a wide range of surgical instruments and equipment, including:

  • Medical instruments & devices
  • Handles/Housings/Tubing
  • Veterinary Surgical Tools
  • Clean room applications
  • Orthopedic tooling
  • Saws/Taps/Drills
  • Endoscopic cutters
  • Dental reamers
  • Laboratory environments

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Some common Metal Failures and Solutions that affect Surgical Instrument Applications.

Armoloy’s different metal coating solutions help industries avoid costly metal failures and unplanned downtime.

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