Overview
As of January 1, 2003, the former DB Thin Films LLC,
now Sulzer Metaplas (US) Inc., has been acquired by
the Sulzer AG, a Swiss-based corporation, to join
the Thin Film Business Unit of Sulzer Metco, Sulzer's
surface technology division. Sulzer Metaplas is now
part of METAPLAS IONON, a provider of plasma surface
technology equipment and services.
Sulzer Metaplas (US) Inc. is a provider of PVD coatings
for decorative and functional applications. Our services
range from Magnetron Sputtering to Cathodic Arc Deposition
of metallic finishes on customer parts. We are ISO
9001 certified.
Though we can process jobs of 5 to 500,000 pieces,
Sulzer Metaplas specializes in those requiring the
highest degree of performance and aesthetics. Unlike
many contract coaters, whose equipment makes it inefficient
to switch targets or processes, Sulzer Metaplas has
machinery that is uniquely suited to turning jobs
quickly. Our two ultrasonic cleaning lines allow for
greater pre-coating flexibility and complement our
five PVD production lines. We have an extensive inventory
of targets. What truly differentiates Sulzer Metaplas
from other coating centers, however, is our proven
expertise applying these target materials to customer
parts.
For more than ten years Sulzer Metaplas and its predecessor
business have serviced the coating requirements of
demanding customers in the automotive, medical, hardware,
cutlery and aerospace industries, among others. Sulzer
Metaplas is a qualified supplier of simulated gold
finishes for General Motors Corporation and Ford Motor
Company; having assisted in the establishment of the
durability specification, GM6430M.
In addition to providing coating services, we are
pleased to be able to provide the full product range
of METAPLAS IONON equipment, and support that equipment
with spare parts, operator training and field service.
Working with our customers to specify the film most
suited to a particular environment or application
is a key part of our success. We would be pleased
if you would browse our web site for an overview of
our processes and expertise.
