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A&A Coatings

ServiceSouth Plainfield, NJ, USAFounded 1956· One of 2063 Service companies tracked by AMPulse

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