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Expert Metal Plating & Electroplating Services

Transform your products with precision metal plating and electroplating services from Providence Metallizing Company. Since 1951, we've delivered jewelry-quality finishes on plastic, metal, and glass substrates for cosmetics, industrial, and architectural applications. With over 200,000 sq.ft. of capacity and the ability to produce 30+ finish variations, we combine art and science to add measurable value to your products.

Professional electroplating process on industrial metal components

Our Metal Plating & Electroplating Services

Precision finishing solutions for plastic, metal, and glass substrates with over 30 finish variations and European-quality standards.

Electroplating Services

Complete electroplating on plastic, metal, and glass with finishes including 24K gold, silver, chrome, white bronze, hematite, antique finishes, electroless nickel, and architectural finishes. European quality standards with capability on engineering-grade plastics.

Plastic Metallizing

Vacuum metallizing for difficult-to-metallize plastics including PP and HDPE. Mirror, colored, and transparent finishes with superior adhesion. ROHS compliant with capability to run over a million parts weekly across 20+ simultaneous jobs.

Glass Metallizing & Coating

Innovative metallizing and coating on glass bottles and containers. Mirror, colored, transparent, and specialty finishes including precision laser artwork removal and unique crackle patterns. Fragrance and scratch-resistant topcoats available.

PVD Coating Methods

Advanced physical vapor deposition including magnetron sputtering and reactive arc deposition. Highly durable finishes like Titanium Nitride, Zirconium Nitride, and sputtered metals for EMI-RFI shielding on engineered plastics.

UV Coating Services

Super hard, chemically resistant UV coating with instantaneous cure. Tailor-made for cosmetic caps, closures, and collars with flawless finishes at high speed. Approved by Estée Lauder, L'Oréal, Avon, and Elizabeth Arden.

Custom Tooling Design

In-house design and build of custom tooling for finishing processes. Enables rapid turnaround from sampling to production in half the normal lead times with enhanced capacity and efficiency.

Art Meets Science

Jewelry-Quality Finishes for High-Volume Production

Providence Metallizing Company delivers finishing solutions that add genuine value to your products. Our 200,000+ sq.ft. facility combines 60+ years of metallizing expertise with cutting-edge electroplating and PVD technology. We handle everything from intricate cosmetic components to industrial parts, offering over 30 distinct finishes on plastic, metal, and glass. Operating 24-5 with the capacity to process trailer loads daily and run a million parts weekly, we maintain the precision and consistency that global brands demand while delivering turnarounds in half the industry standard.

Precision metal plating process showing gold-plated cosmetic components
Award-Winning Finishes

Trusted By Industry Leaders

Delivering flawless finishes for the world's most demanding cosmetic and industrial brands since 1951.

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The PMC Difference

Why Choose Providence Metallizing Company?

Combining innovation, capacity, and jewelry-quality standards for over 60 years.

Proven Expertise

Over 60 years of finishing innovation with approved supplier status for Estée Lauder, L'Oréal, Avon, and Elizabeth Arden.

High-Volume Capacity

200,000+ sq.ft. facility running 24-5, processing over a million parts weekly across 20+ simultaneous jobs with consistent quality.

Rapid Turnaround

In-house tooling design and streamlined processes move parts from sampling to full production in half the normal lead times.

Unmatched Versatility

Over 30 distinct finishes across plastic, metal, and glass substrates including precious metals, PVD coatings, and specialty treatments.

The Providence Metallizing Team

Two generations of finishing innovation and excellence.

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 materials can you plate or metallize?

We provide finishing services on plastic, metal, and glass substrates. For plastics, we work with ABS, Polypropylene, PC/ABS, Ultem, Nylon, LCP, and other engineering grades—including difficult-to-metallize materials like PP and HDPE. For metals, we process brass, steel, zinc, white metal, and die-cast components. We also specialize in glass bottles and containers. Any finish achievable on metal can typically be replicated on plastic substrates using our advanced plating and metallizing systems.

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Have Questions About Your Finishing Project?

Our finishing experts are ready to discuss your specific requirements and recommend the best solution.

Industry Recognition

Awards and Recognition

Estée Lauder approved supplier certification badge

Estée Lauder Approved Supplier

Certified finishing partner for global beauty leader

2011 Finish of the Year award badge

2011 Finish of the Year

Award-winning Viva La Juicy Bottle finishing

ROHS compliance certification badge

ROHS Compliant

Environmentally responsible metallizing processes

Ready to Elevate Your Product Finishes?

Contact us today for a free consultation and sample evaluation. Our finishing experts will help you select the optimal process for your application.

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.