A&A Coatings
Provides thermal spray coating services for printing machinery components, extending part life and reducing maintenance costs by applying proprietary coatings like A706 for enhanced durability and performance.
- CEO / Founder
- Richard S. Brunhouse III
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
Thermal spray coating services (HVOF, plasma, electric arc, metallizing); Proprietary coatings (A706 for printing, Cerami-Pak for packaging, Microcoat for semiconductors, Wirewear for wire drawing); Restoration and machining services; Finishing services (grinding, lapping, undercutting)
Technological Advantage
Proprietary coating formulations (e.g., A706) provide verified 40% better wear resistance than standard coatings in printing applications; defensible through trade secrets and long-term customer relationships in niche industrial segments.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces printing machinery maintenance costs by 30-50% and extends component lifespan by 3-5x through proprietary thermal spray coatings, minimizing downtime and replacement part expenses.
How They Differentiate
Specializes in printing machinery coatings with proprietary A706 formulation (competitors lack industry-specific coatings); offers full in-house machining/finishing vs. competitors focusing only on coating application; 70+ years of experience provides deeper process knowledge.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Printing machinery manufacturers and operators, aerospace/defense, electronics, marine, and industrial equipment companies requiring surface protection and repair.
Industry Verticals
Printing Machinery; Aerospace/Defense; Electronics; Marine; Packaging; Semiconductor; Wire Drawing; Pulp & Paper; Pharmaceutical/Medical
Competitors
Nation Coating Systems; Precision Spray & Coatings; Vail Rubber Works Incorporated
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
1,000+ customers, 99% customer satisfaction, 90%+ on-time delivery, 7 spray coating booths, quotations processed within 24 hours.
Major Milestones
Founded ~1956 (over 70 years in operation); Developed proprietary coatings including A706 for printing industry, Cerami-Pak, Microcoat, Wirewear; Expanded services to include full restoration, machining, and finishing capabilities