Industries

Industries We Serve

Metal finishing is an essential process throughout many sectors, as it alters the surface of products to enhance wear resistance, electrical conductivity and resistance, reflectivity and appearance, torque tolerance, hardness, and more. From processing ventilator parts for hospitals battling the COVID-19 pandemic to ensuring automotive components are durable and corrosion-resistant, Light Metals Coloring in Southington CT (LMC) is proud to provide custom metal finishing solutions for a wide range of industries.  

Aerospace equipment requires precision and durability to achieve high-performance in various settings. Aerospace companies look to LMC to provide effective metal finishing solutions for an array of products, including: 
  • Commercial & Military Aircraft 
  • Space Flight 
  • Radar & Satellites 

Healthcare is a fast-paced, high-stakes industry; therefore, hospitals and other establishments need reliable equipment at all times. LMC is proud to offer medical facilities the metal finishing services they need to improve the safety and effectiveness of a wide range of products, such as: 

 

  • Dental Tools & Equipment 
  • Orthopedic Implants 
  • Medical Machinery & Surgical Instruments 

 

Firearm products, parts, and components are often subjected to harsh conditions, from extreme heat to high altitudes. At LMC, we’re proud to supply the firearm industry with custom metal finishing solutions for a variety of parts and components, such as: 


  • Upper receivers
  • Lower receivers
  • Barrels
  • Bolts
  • Magazines



Car parts can experience a lot of wear over time, from high heat exposure to contact with oil, water, and other materials. Therefore, they require high-quality metal finishing to ensure they perform well, mile after mile. LMC offers metal finishing solutions for a wide array of automotive components, such as: 
  • Rivets & Clips 
  • Standoffs, Spacers, & Washers 
  • Engines & Brakes 

Eye-catching yet functional packaging is a necessity in the beauty world. At LMC, we’re here to help cosmetic companies enhance the appearance and usability of various products, including: 
  • Fragrance Bottles 
  • Cream & Lotion Jars & Bottles 
  • Makeup Packaging  
No metal product is complete without a thorough finishing process to ensure durability, corrosion resistance, and more. From warehousing equipment to computer components, LMC is here to ensure electronic and commercial products operate at peak performance. Some of the products we finish include: 
  • Optics & Energy 
  • Robotics 
  • Heavy Equipment & Machinery 

Semiconductor

Semiconductors play an important role in the fabrication of many modern devices, from radios to computers and mobile phones. At Light Metals Coloring, we provide custom metal finishing services to ensure these essential components can power our devices consistently and efficiently. We process a variety of semiconductor parts, including: 
  • Electrostatic Chucks 
  • Wafers 
  • Transistors 

Military metal finishing is critical because of the rigorous and demanding environments, and conditions said parts and components often must perform. Durability is a crucial factor for military tools and machinery as it must withstand the wear and tear of potentially harsh conditions. LMC's anodizing process can be applied to many applications, including:



  • Projectiles
  • Missle components
  • Military gear


Marine

In the marine environment, where saltwater and extreme conditions prevail, durable metal finishing becomes essential. It’s not just about aesthetics; it’s about protection and endurance. LMC’s advanced metal finishing solutions cater to the unique needs of the marine world, perfectly suiting:



  • Fishing Equipment
  • Boat Hardware
  • Shipbuilding
  • Marine Covers and Hatches