High-End Surface Coatings
Certified coating services for structurally critical components, fasteners, and complex geometries. Precise, repeatable, and independent.
AERO-COATING GmbH is an independent, EN 9100 certified coating service provider for the aerospace and defense industries. For more than 30 years we have been coating safety-critical components with the highest precision — from fasteners to complex structural parts.
— Coat before flight
Cadmium
AMS 03-28 · AMS-C-8837 · AMS 2426
IVD Aluminium
MIL-DTL-83488 · EN 6118 · AMS 2427
RBC
EN 4474 · NAS 4006
Titanium Anodizing
ISO 8080 · EN 2808
Our Services
Core processes for the highest demands in aerospace and defence
Independence as an Advantage
We are not part of a corporate group. This results in short decision-making paths, technical neutrality, and maximum flexibility in projects and customer requirements.
LEGiL Principle: Lean + Agile
Our processes are lean, stable, and adaptable at the same time. This ensures repeatability under serial production conditions while maintaining responsiveness for special requirements.
Certified & Approved
We operate in accordance with EN 9100 and comply with relevant OEM and military specifications. For us, quality is not a promise. It is a system.
Focus on Complex Components
We coat where others stop: complex geometries, structurally critical components, and demanding specifications.
Aerospace
Coating of structural components, landing gear parts, and fasteners.
Defense / Military Aerospace
MIL-SPEC-compliant coatings for safety-critical applications.
Additional High-End Applications
Our technologies and processes are scalable to adjacent industries with the highest quality requirements.
Wismar Location
Our facility in Wismar is located in close proximity to the Hamburg aviation cluster, one of the world's largest aerospace hubs. From Wismar, we serve customers in Germany and internationally.
Precision Engineering
Our coatings protect components under the most extreme conditions
Corrosion Protection
Long-term protection against aggressive media and environmental influences
Wear Protection
Extended service life through specialized surface hardening
Standards Compliance
Qualified to EN, MIL-DTL, AMS and other aerospace and defence standards
Mission-Critical Components
High-performance coatings for mission-critical components in aerospace and defence
Thermal Resistance
Protection at extreme temperatures in safety-critical applications
Aerodynamic Surfaces
Smooth, precise coatings for optimal flow characteristics
Material Diversity
Coating of titanium, high-strength steels and nickel-based alloys
FAQ
What you should know about surface coatings
What is IVD Aluminium Coating?
IVD (Ion Vapour Deposition) is a physical vapour deposition process where high-purity aluminium (≥99.99%) is thermally evaporated in a high-vacuum chamber and deposited as a uniform, pore-free protective layer on metallic components. The process causes no hydrogen embrittlement as it operates without aqueous electrolytes, making it a REACH-compliant alternative to electroplated cadmium. AERO-COATING GmbH in Wismar has been applying IVD aluminium since 1996 according to MIL-DTL-83488, AMS 2451 and DIN EN 2084. Typical layer thicknesses range from 8 to 25 micrometres with salt spray resistance exceeding 336 hours per ASTM B117.
What certifications does AERO-COATING hold?
AERO-COATING GmbH is certified to EN 9100, the quality management system for aerospace and defence. The certification is regularly audited by independent auditors. In addition, all processes are qualified according to the approval procedures of our customers (OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers). The coating processes operate according to international process standards: IVD Aluminium per MIL-DTL-83488, EN 6118 and AMS 2427; Vacuum Cadmium per AMS 03-28, AMS-C-8837 and AMS 2426; Resin Based Coating (RBC) per EN 4474, EN 4473 and NAS 4006; Titanium Anodizing per ISO 8080 and EN 2808; Cetyl alcohol treatment per EN 6117.
What is the difference between IVD Aluminium and Vacuum Cadmium?
Both are PVD processes operating in high vacuum without aqueous electrolytes, causing no hydrogen embrittlement. IVD Aluminium forms a passive barrier layer and is environmentally friendly and REACH-compliant, preferred for non-safety-critical components per MIL-DTL-83488. Vacuum Cadmium provides active galvanic corrosion protection with self-healing properties, used for safety-critical components per MIL-DTL-83751. AERO-COATING is one of the few facilities in Europe offering both processes.
What component sizes can AERO-COATING process?
The IVD Aluminium facility processes components up to 1,300 × 4,500 × 300 mm weighing up to 100 kg. The Vacuum Cadmium chamber accommodates parts up to Ø 560 × 1,000 mm (60 kg). Titanium anodizing handles parts up to 470 × 180 × 160 mm (30 kg). The painting and RBC booths accept components up to 7,000 × 2,450 × 2,450 mm weighing up to 1,000 kg. Application is performed manually or automated depending on component type; for fasteners and RBC coatings we use painting robots and automated equipment.
Where is AERO-COATING located?
AERO-COATING GmbH is based in Wismar, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany — Lukaswiese 8, D-23970 Wismar. The site is located in close proximity to the Hamburg aviation cluster, one of the world's largest aerospace hubs. Founded in 1994, the company is specialized as an independent coating service provider for the aerospace and defense industries. From Wismar, we serve customers in Germany, Europe, and selected international markets, including OEMs, MRO facilities, and Tier-1 suppliers.
Which industries does AERO-COATING serve?
AERO-COATING coats components for civil aviation, military aviation, space and defence. Components include fasteners, mission-critical components, landing gear components, structural parts and cabin components made from titanium, high-strength steels, nickel-based alloys and aluminium alloys. AERO-COATING works with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, MRO facilities and defence organisations.