AstraChrome
Develops and licenses a proprietary spray chrome plating system for applying flawless metallic finishes to various materials, offering an economical and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional plating.
- CEO / Founder
- Dr. James D. Smith
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- Bootstrapped
Technology & Products
Key Products
Spray chrome plating system; A100 and A50 spray benches; Analytical grade materials
Technological Advantage
Verified advantage: Adhesion tested to 60 kg/cm², outperforming other spray chrome systems. Defensible through proprietary process and equipment design, though not explicitly patented in provided sources.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides consistent, reliable chrome finishes with superior adhesion (60 kg/cm²), no tarnishing or staining, and eliminates clouding, flaking, and waste issues common in other systems, reducing defects and improving part durability.
How They Differentiate
Offers 60 kg/cm² adhesion strength vs. lower industry standards, consistent batch-to-batch reliability, and elimination of clouding/tarnishing issues common in competitors.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Industrial manufacturers and general public seeking chrome plating services
Industry Verticals
Industrial Manufacturing; Automotive; Consumer Goods
Competitors
Other spray chrome/hydrochrome system providers
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The company was incorporated on 9 February 2012 and dissolved on 26 December 2023.
Major Milestones
4+ years of R&D to perfect spray chrome system; Development of proprietary A100 and A50 spray benches