# West-Tech Finishing Inc.

This MFR.ID profile was supplied, reviewed, and approved by West-Tech Finishing Inc.. Originally approved on 9/23/2026; last updated 9/23/2026. Capability data is manufacturer-approved for public sourcing and RFQ use.

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## Company Overview

West-Tech Finishing Inc. is a Vaughan, Ontario metal surface-treatment company founded in 1988. It provides computer-controlled Type II sulphuric and Type III hardcoat anodizing, MIL-DTL-5541 chemical conversion coating, and stainless steel passivation,black oxide, plus in-house masking, abrasive blasting, laser engraving, and silk screening. Published capacity supports prototypes through production with standard 4-5-business-day lead times and expedited service. Nadcap chemical-processing accreditation, AS9100D / ISO 9001:2015 registration, and Controlled Goods status support aerospace, defence, hydraulic, automotive, and other high-performance applications across Canada and the United States.

## Quick Reference

- Processes: Anodizing, Chem Film (Chromate Conversion Coating), Passivation, Coating Masking & Plugging, Abrasive Blasting, Laser Engraving, Screen Printing (Silk-Screen Printing)
- Materials: Stainless Steel
- Lead Time: 4-5 days
- Location: Vaughan, ON L4H 3T9
- Employees: 51-200
- Founded: 1988
- Contact: info@westtech.ca - +1 905-264-2643
- Verified: Manufacturer Approved

## Capabilities

### Type II & Type III Aluminum Anodizing

Computer-controlled Type II sulphuric and Type III hardcoat anodizing for aluminum parts, with clear and dyed finishes, repeatable menu-driven processing, large-tank capacity, custom masking, in-house testing, and MIL-A-8625 / MIL-PRF-8625 processing for aerospace, defence, hydraulic, and industrial components.

- Process: Anodizing
- Highlights: Type II sulphuric anodizing is available in clear, black, blue, and red at 0.0003 to 0.001 inch, Type III hardcoat is available in hard clear and hard black at 0.001 to 0.003 inch, Computer-controlled 11.5-foot-long anodizing tanks support large components and production quantities, Two dedicated hard-anodizing tanks, two 3,500-amp rectifiers, and more than 200 tons of process cooling support production capacity
- Subprocesses: Type II Sulfuric Anodizing, Type III Hardcoat Anodizing, Clear Anodizing, Color Anodizing
- Specifications:
  - Type II Coating Thickness: 0.0003-0.001 in - Allow for the specified anodic thickness on close-tolerance surfaces and mating features.
  - Process Traceability: process database retained and accessible - Retained process records support repeat-order and quality traceability.
  - Functional Performance: corrosion resistance, surface durability, electrical insulation, decorative finish, wear resistance - Performance depends on anodizing type, alloy, thickness, sealing, colour, and the governing specification.
  - Supported Anodizing Types: Type II sulphuric anodizing, Type III hardcoat anodizing - Type II supports decorative and functional finishes; Type III provides a thicker wear-resistant layer.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against current capacity and process requirements.
  - Type II Colours: clear, black, blue, red - Colour should be specified with the required Type II class and any appearance standard.
  - Hard Anodizing Equipment: 2 dedicated tanks, 2 x 3,500 A rectifiers, more than 200 tons of process cooling - Dedicated power and cooling capacity supports controlled hardcoat processing across repeat and production work.
  - Process Control: computerized menu-driven processing - Stored job procedures support controlled processing for repeat orders.
  - Standard Lead Time: 4-5 business days - Lead time is subject to capacity, part condition, masking, testing, and job complexity.
  - Maximum Tank Length: 11.5 ft - Confirm rackable part dimensions, orientation, electrical contact points, and usable tank envelope during quoting.
  - Type III Coating Thickness: 0.001-0.003 in - Hardcoat buildup and dimensional allowance should be defined for bores, threads, bearing surfaces, and precision fits.
  - Production Range: prototype, repeat orders, full production - Part quantity, racking, masking complexity, and inspection requirements should accompany the RFQ.
  - Supported Material: aluminum - Provide the alloy because coating response, colour, and dimensional allowance vary by aluminum grade.
  - Load To Load Repeatability: same stored procedure repeated for each load - Repeat work can be run from retained process procedures.
  - Applicable Specifications: MIL-A-8625 / MIL-PRF-8625 Type II, Class 1 and 2, MIL-A-8625 / MIL-PRF-8625 Type III, Class 1 and 2 - The drawing should identify anodizing type, class, required thickness, colour, sealing, and masking.
  - In House Testing: salt spray, abrasion, adhesion - Identify any required test method, sampling plan, acceptance criteria, and certification deliverable.
  - Type III Colours: hard clear, hard black - Finish selection depends on the hardcoat class and required final appearance.

### Chemical Conversion Coating (Chem Film)

In-house chemical conversion coating, also known as chem film or Alodine, for aluminum parts requiring corrosion protection, electrical conductivity, or a paint and adhesive base. West-Tech processes MIL-DTL-5541 Type 1 and RoHS/REACH-compliant Type II coatings using tank immersion or localized brush touch-up.

- Process: Chem Film (Chromate Conversion Coating)
- Highlights: MIL-DTL-5541 Type 1 is available in Class 1A for corrosion protection and Class 3 for low contact resistance, MIL-DTL-5541F Type II provides a REACH/RoHS-compliant conversion-coating option, The chemical conversion tank measures 90 by 54 by 22 inches, Brush touch-up is available for localized areas exposed by machining, modification, or rework
- Subprocesses: Gold Chromate Conversion Coating, Trivalent Chromate Conversion Coating
- Specifications:
  - Functional Uses: corrosion protection, paint and primer adhesion, adhesive preparation, electrical conductivity - The required class determines the balance between corrosion protection, adhesion, and contact resistance.
  - Available Classes: Type 1 Class 1A, Type 1 Class 3, Type II - Class 1A emphasizes corrosion protection and adhesion; Class 3 supports low electrical contact resistance.
  - Type II Compliance: REACH compliant, RoHS compliant - Use Type II where the program requires the non-hexavalent compliance route.
  - Standard Lead Time: 4-5 business days - Lead time is subject to capacity, masking, part condition, and job requirements.
  - Production Range: prototype, repeat orders, full production - Quantity, alloy, class, masking, part dimensions, and any touch-up areas should accompany the RFQ.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against current capacity and processing requirements.
  - Dimensional Impact: no meaningful buildup - Chem film is suitable where meaningful coating buildup cannot be tolerated.
  - Brush Touch Up Scope: post-machining repair, modification repair, localized rework - Localized treatment can restore protection without reprocessing the complete component.
  - Supported Material: aluminum - Provide the aluminum alloy because the drawing, class, masking, and subsequent finishing steps govern processing.
  - Tank Dimensions: 90 in x 54 in x 22 in - Confirm usable part size, orientation, racking, and masking before release.
  - Applicable Specifications: MIL-DTL-5541 Type 1, Class 1A and Class 3, MIL-DTL-5541F Type II, MIL-C-5541E - Specify the required type and class rather than requesting generic chem film.
  - Application Methods: tank immersion, brush touch-up - Application method depends on whether the full component or a localized exposed area requires treatment.

### Stainless Steel Passivation

Citric and nitric acid passivation for stainless steel components to remove free iron and surface contamination while preserving dimensions and surface finish. Processing is available to AMS 2700, ASTM A967, and ASTM A380, with in-house salt-spray and copper-sulfate verification when required.

- Process: Passivation
- Highlights: Citric and nitric passivation methods are selected to the stainless grade and program requirements, Processing is available to AMS 2700, ASTM A967, and ASTM A380, In-house salt-spray and copper-sulfate verification is available when required, No coating is applied, so dimensions and surface finish remain unchanged
- Subprocesses: Stainless Steel Passivation, Citric Acid Passivation, Nitric Acid Passivation, Copper Sulfate Passivation Testing
- Materials: Stainless Steel
- Specifications:
  - Appearance Impact: no intended cosmetic change - Incoming finish and any appearance acceptance requirements should still be identified.
  - Applicable Standards: AMS 2700, ASTM A967, ASTM A380 - Identify the required standard, method, and verification criteria on the drawing or purchase order.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against current capacity and verification requirements.
  - Standard Lead Time: 4-5 business days - Lead time is subject to capacity, part condition, verification, and job requirements.
  - Passivation Methods: citric acid, nitric acid - Method selection depends on stainless grade, drawing, governing standard, and program requirements.
  - Dimensional Impact: no coating buildup - No applied coating is added, supporting close-tolerance and precision-machined components.
  - In House Verification: salt spray testing, copper sulfate testing - Specify the required verification method, sampling, acceptance criteria, and reporting.
  - Contaminants Removed: free iron, machining contamination, fabrication contamination, handling contamination - Passivation prepares the stainless surface so its natural passive layer can perform as intended.
  - Supported Material: stainless steel - Provide the stainless grade because chemistry and verification requirements depend on the alloy and governing standard.
  - Production Range: prototype, repeat orders, full production - Include grade, method, part dimensions, quantity, and verification requirements with the RFQ.

### Masking & Selective Finishing

In-house masking and selective-finishing preparation for aluminum components with surfaces, holes, threads, grounding areas, or close-tolerance features that must remain uncoated during anodizing. West-Tech uses silicone plugs, polyester tape, liquid rubber, and plotter-cut custom tape profiles to follow drawing-defined keep-out areas.

- Process: Coating Masking & Plugging
- Highlights: Silicone tapered and pull plugs protect threaded and through holes, Polyester tape and in-house plotter-cut profiles support flat surfaces and repeatable custom shapes, Liquid rubber masking is available for uneven, curved, and complex surfaces, Masking, chemical conversion, and anodizing can be coordinated in house under one job
- Specifications:
  - Method By Geometry: silicone plugs for holes, polyester tape for flat surfaces, liquid rubber for uneven and round surfaces - Complex or curved features may require a different masking method from flat faces and holes.
  - Custom Tape Profiles: cut in house on a plotter - Plotter-cut profiles support repeatable masking of custom flat shapes.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against masking complexity and current capacity.
  - Masking Purpose: keep designated areas uncoated, protect functional surfaces, protect dimensional features - All keep-out areas require clear drawing definition and inspection criteria.
  - Process Scope: selective masking during anodizing, coordinated conversion coating and anodizing - Masking is performed in house as part of the defined finishing sequence.
  - Surface Preparation For Masking: chemical conversion coating before polyester tape or liquid rubber - Conversion coating is applied first where required to establish adhesion for the selected masking method.
  - Supported Material: aluminum - The drawing should identify the alloy, finishing process, and every feature that must remain uncoated.
  - Typical Lead Time: 4-5 business days for standard masking, 1-2 weeks for complex masking - Confirm timing against masking complexity, feature count, and the work required for the job.
  - Masking Methods: silicone tapered plugs, silicone pull plugs, polyester tape, liquid rubber - Method selection depends on feature geometry, tolerance, coating process, adhesion, and removal needs.
  - Protected Features: threaded holes, through holes, grounding surfaces, bores, tight-tolerance areas, drawing-defined surfaces - Identify coating boundaries and allowable edge conditions for every protected feature.
  - Production Range: prototype, repeat orders, full production - Masking labor and timing depend on quantity, boundary complexity, and the number of protected features.

### Abrasive Blasting & Surface Preparation

Sand and abrasive blasting for aluminum and stainless components requiring cleaning, oxidation or residue removal, surface preparation, or a controlled uniform matte appearance. Media is selected to the substrate and finish requirement, and blasting can be sequenced in house with anodizing or chemical conversion coating.

- Process: Abrasive Blasting
- Highlights: Blasting supports surface preparation, cleaning, and controlled cosmetic finishing, Published material scope includes aluminum and stainless components, Blast media is selected to the material, part condition, application, and required finish, In-house sequencing with anodizing or conversion coating reduces handling and supplier handoffs
- Materials: Stainless Steel
- Specifications:
  - Supported Materials: aluminum, stainless steel - Media and process settings are selected to the substrate and required downstream finish.
  - Final Use Option: available as the final surface condition - Final-use blasting requires agreement on appearance and handling expectations.
  - Standard Lead Time: 4-5 business days - Lead time is subject to capacity, part condition, media selection, and any subsequent finishing.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against current capacity and the complete process sequence.
  - Production Range: prototype, repeat orders, full production - Provide material, dimensions, quantity, finish expectation, and any following process.
  - Process Purposes: surface preparation, cleaning, cosmetic finishing, final-use surface conditioning - Define whether blasting is an intermediate preparation step or the required final appearance.
  - Surface Result: clean uniform surface, controlled uniform matte finish - Define any cosmetic standard, comparison sample, texture expectation, or protected area.
  - Downstream Process Sequence: before anodizing, before chemical conversion coating - Blasting and the subsequent finishing operation can be coordinated in house.
  - Surface Conditions Addressed: oxidation, surface residue, visible machining inconsistencies, mixed-source appearance variation - Incoming condition and any areas excluded from blasting should be identified before processing.
  - Media Selection Basis: substrate, part condition, required finish, downstream finishing process - Include media restrictions, contamination concerns, and target appearance with the RFQ.

### Laser Engraving & Traceability Marking

Permanent laser engraving for serialization, traceability, and customer-defined identification on metal components up to 16 inches. West-Tech marks part and revision numbers, lot and date codes, barcodes, data matrix codes, logos, and other supplied artwork, with engraving sequenced before or after anodizing to achieve the required contrast and appearance.

- Process: Laser Engraving
- Highlights: Permanent marking is available on metal components up to 16 inches, Supported content includes serial and part numbers, revision information, lot and date codes, barcodes, data matrix codes, and logos, Engraving through anodize exposes base aluminum for a high-contrast mark, Marking can be coordinated before or after anodizing based on the drawing and required final appearance
- Specifications:
  - Marking Applications: serialization, part numbers, revision identification, lot codes, date codes, barcodes, data matrix codes, logos - Supply exact marking data or approved artwork with content-control requirements.
  - Artwork & Data Input: customer supplied - Provide approved artwork or marking data, location, size, orientation, and legibility requirements.
  - Anodizing Sequence: before anodizing, after anodizing, through-anodize engraving - Sequence is selected to the drawing, required contrast, and intended final appearance.
  - Maximum Part Size: 16 in - Confirm the complete part envelope, marking location, fixture clearance, and orientation.
  - Applicable Substrates: metal components, anodized aluminum components - Provide the material, surface finish, and required marking contrast.
  - Marking Permanence: permanent direct marking - The mark is created on the component rather than applied as a removable label.
  - Standard Lead Time: 4-5 business days - Lead time is subject to capacity, part geometry, artwork readiness, and finishing sequence.
  - Through Anodize Result: base aluminum exposed for a high-contrast mark - Contrast and appearance should be approved against the finished surface requirement.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against current capacity and the complete finishing sequence.
  - Order Repeatability: repeat orders, production orders - Controlled customer data supports consistent placement, clarity, and appearance across recurring work.

### Industrial Silk Screening

Industrial silk-screen marking for durable identification and graphics on finished components, including control-panel legends, part numbers, logos, warning text, operating instructions, and symbols. West-Tech uses customer-supplied artwork, selects inks and colours to the substrate and specification, and can coordinate printing after anodizing, conversion coating, or blasting.

- Process: Screen Printing (Silk-Screen Printing)
- Highlights: Applications include panel legends, part numbers, logos, warning text, instructions, and symbols, Inks and colours are selected to the substrate, drawing, specification, and durability requirements, Customer-supplied artwork supports repeatable text and graphic reproduction, No maximum part size is published for silk-screen work
- Specifications:
  - Applicable Surfaces: finished components, anodized components, conversion-coated components, abrasive-blasted components - Provide the substrate and complete surface-finishing sequence so the ink system can be selected appropriately.
  - Typical Process Sequence: after anodizing, after chemical conversion coating, after abrasive blasting, after other required surface finishing - Printing is applied to the defined finished surface and can be coordinated with preceding West-Tech processes.
  - Standard Lead Time: 4-5 business days - Lead time is subject to capacity, artwork readiness, ink selection, part handling, and finishing sequence.
  - Component Range: small precision components, control panels, larger assemblies, industrial parts - Part geometry, print area, handling, and registration requirements should accompany the RFQ.
  - Artwork Input: customer supplied - Supply approved artwork suitable for repeatable reproduction of the required text, symbols, or graphics.
  - Marking Applications: control-panel legends, part numbers, logos, warning text, operating instructions, symbols - Provide approved content, marking location, colour, orientation, and any governing specification.
  - Ink & Colour Selection: selected to substrate, selected to drawing, selected to durability requirements, selected to application specification - Ink system and colour are matched to the finished surface, appearance, and service requirement.
  - Order Repeatability: repeat orders, production orders - Approved artwork and job requirements support consistent colour, placement, and appearance across recurring work.
  - Maximum Part Size: no specified maximum - Part geometry, print area, fixturing, and handling requirements still require quote review.
  - Expedited Service: available on request - Expedited timing must be confirmed against current capacity and the complete finishing sequence.

## Certifications

- AS9100D (Type: Certification; Authority: International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG); Status: Unknown; Scope: AS9100 Rev D / ISO 9001:2015 quality management system certification (as stated on the certificate document).; URL: https://www.sae.org/standards/content/as9100d/)
- Nadcap Accreditation (Type: Accreditation; Authority: Performance Review Institute (PRI); Status: Unknown; Scope: West-Tech lists Nadcap accreditation for chemical processing on its public site.; URL: https://p-r-i.org/nadcap)
- Controlled Goods Program Registration (Type: Registration; Authority: Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC); Status: Unknown; Scope: West-Tech lists Controlled Goods registration on its public site.; URL: https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/pmc-cgp/index-eng.html)

## Industries Served

- Aerospace & Defense: West-Tech Finishing Inc. provides hard anodizing, sulfuric anodizing, and chemical conversion coating for aluminum parts, and its site identifies AS9100 certification, NADCAP aerospace chemical processing, and controlled goods registration, which directly support aerospace and defense finishing applications.

## Facilities

### West-Tech Finishing Inc.

Vaughan aluminum surface-finishing facility for hard anodizing, sulphuric anodizing, chemical conversion coating, masking, laser engraving, inspection, and certification support.

- Type: manufacturing_facility
- Headquarters: Yes
- Email: info@westtech.ca
- Phone: +1 905-264-2643
- Address: 3-8065 Huntington Road, Vaughan, ON L4H 3T9, Canada

## Verification Status

- Business Entity: Verified 4/12/2026
- Technical Capabilities: Verified 9/23/2026
- Locations & Facilities: Verified 4/12/2026
- Reviews & Ratings: Not yet verified
- MFR.ID Created: 4/12/2026
- Last Updated: 9/23/2026