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Metal Parts Finishing for Contract Manufacturers

Transform your contract manufacturing operations with precision metal finishing services that enhance product value and accelerate time-to-market. From electroplating and vacuum metallizing to advanced PVD coatings, we deliver consistent, high-quality finishes across metal, plastic, and glass substrates—ensuring your components meet the most demanding specifications while maintaining fast turnaround times that keep production schedules on track.

Precision metal finishing equipment processing contract manufacturing parts

Our Metal Parts Finishing Services

Comprehensive finishing solutions for contract manufacturers, from electroplating and metallizing to advanced PVD coatings and UV treatments.

Electroplating

Precision electroplating on metal, plastic, and glass substrates with over 30 finish options including gold, chrome, nickel, and architectural finishes. Perfect for matching components across different materials with consistent quality.

Plastic Metallizing

Vacuum metallizing for plastic substrates with specialized capability for difficult materials like PP and HDPE. Delivers brilliant mirror finishes with superior adhesion, processing over a million parts weekly.

PVD Coating Methods

Advanced physical vapor deposition including magnetron sputtering and reactive arc deposition. Produces highly durable finishes like Titanium Nitride and Zirconium Nitride for functional and protective applications.

UV Coating

Super hard, chemically resistant UV coating with instantaneous cure. Ideal for high-speed production with fragrance and scratch-resistant properties that protect metallized and spray finishes.

Polishing Services

Automatic high polishing and satin polishing for deep drawn brass and metal parts. Three-step process combining polishing with other finishing methods for superior surface preparation.

Custom Tooling Design

In-house design and build capabilities for custom finishing tooling. Enables rapid transition from prototype to production with half the industry-standard lead times.

Step-by-step metal finishing process for contract manufacturers

Our Proven 5-Step Finishing Process

Parts Evaluation & Process Selection

Our finishing engineers assess your components, substrate materials, and performance requirements to recommend the optimal finishing process—whether electroplating, vacuum metallizing, or PVD coating. We evaluate material compatibility, especially for challenging substrates like PP, HDPE, and engineering-grade plastics including Ultem, Nylon, and LCP. This critical first step ensures we select processes that deliver the durability, adhesion, and aesthetic quality your contract manufacturing operation demands.

Surface Preparation & Pre-Treatment

Primary Finishing Application

Secondary Coating & Protection

Quality Verification & Shipment

Proven Excellence

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Contract manufacturers worldwide rely on our finishing expertise to deliver consistent, high-quality results for demanding applications.

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Why Choose Providence Metallizing Company?

Over 60 years of finishing innovation serving contract manufacturers with the capacity, speed, and quality your operations demand.

High-Volume Capacity

Over 200,000 sq.ft. facility operating 24-5, processing trailer loads daily with capability to run 20+ jobs simultaneously and over a million parts weekly.

Fast Turnaround

In-house custom tooling design enables transition from sampling to full production in half the normal lead times—keeping your projects on schedule.

Process Flexibility

Over 30 finish options across multiple substrates with capability on engineering-grade plastics. Any finish achievable on metal can be replicated on plastic.

Proven Quality

Approved supplier to global manufacturers including Estée Lauder, L'Oreal, and Elizabeth Arden. ROHS compliant with consistent results across millions of parts.

Meet The Providence Metallizing Team

Two generations of finishing expertise and innovation.

Nathaniel Sugerman, Founder of Providence Metallizing Company

Nathaniel Sugerman

Founder

Nathaniel Sugerman founded Providence Metallizing Company in 1951 with a singular vision: to provide innovative finishing solutions that add tangible value to customers' products. Starting in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, just over the Providence line, Nathaniel assembled a team of skilled engineers who created and adapted specialized equipment to produce fine jewelry-quality finishes for the burgeoning costume jewelry industry. His pioneering approach combined technical precision with artistic sensibility, establishing finishing standards that revolutionized multiple industries. Under his leadership, PMC expanded from jewelry finishing into trophy, novelty, and lamp manufacturing, while introducing groundbreaking finishes like Quartz and Aurora Borealis. Nathaniel's commitment to innovation over imitation laid the foundation for PMC's reputation for quality, fast turnaround, and customer service excellence that continues today.

Richard Sugerman, 2nd Generation Owner and Finishing Expert

Richard Sugerman

2nd Generation Owner and Finishing Expert

Richard Sugerman carries forward his father's legacy as the second-generation owner of Providence Metallizing Company, bringing his own expertise and vision to the family business. Richard has expanded PMC's capabilities into cutting-edge technologies including advanced PVD methods, plating-on-plastic systems, and UV coating lines for the cosmetic industry. His leadership has secured approved supplier status with global industry leaders including Estée Lauder, L'Oréal, Avon, and Elizabeth Arden. Richard's philosophy combines art and science in a high-volume manufacturing environment, forging a path not taken by any other finishing company. Under his direction, PMC has grown to over 200,000 square feet of working space operating 24-5, capable of processing trailer loads of material daily while maintaining the fast turnaround and quality excellence established by his father. Richard continues to drive innovation, recently expanding into glass metallizing and establishing PMC as the domestic leader in high-quality finishing for multiple industries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of metal parts finishing do you offer for contract manufacturers?

We offer comprehensive finishing solutions including electroplating (gold, chrome, nickel, bronze), vacuum metallizing, advanced PVD coatings (Titanium Nitride, Zirconium Nitride), UV coating, polishing services, and plasma treatment. Our capabilities extend across metal, plastic, and glass substrates with over 30 different finish options. We specialize in processes that work on engineering-grade plastics like Ultem, Nylon, and LCP, as well as challenging materials like polypropylene and HDPE. Our 200,000+ sq.ft. facility operates 24-5 to handle high-volume production requirements.

Can you match finishes across different materials like metal and plastic?

What is your typical turnaround time for contract manufacturing finishing projects?

Do you provide prototype finishing services?

What quality standards and certifications do you maintain?

Can you handle high-volume production runs?

What industries do you serve with your finishing services?

How do you ensure finish consistency across large production runs?

Ready to Discuss Your Finishing Requirements?

Our finishing engineers are available to evaluate your components and recommend the optimal process for your application.

Industry Recognition

Awards and Recognition

2011 Finish of the Year Award

2011 Finish of the Year

Viva La Juicy Bottle for Elizabeth Arden

Approved Supplier Certification

Approved Supplier Status

Global cosmetic industry leaders including Estée Lauder

ROHS Compliance Certification

ROHS Compliant

Environmental compliance for all finishing processes

Get Expert Finishing Solutions for Your Contract Manufacturing Operation

Submit your project details and substrate specifications. Our finishing engineers will review your requirements and recommend the optimal process to meet your quality, volume, and timeline needs.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 401-722-5300. You can also send us a quick email at info@providencemetallizing.com.