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Talica Strengthens Aerospace, Defense, and Medical Device Capabilities with Acquisition of Hard Anodize

Hard Anodize has built a reputation for delivering highly technical metal finishing services for mission-critical components

Talica

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Talica is pleased to announce the acquisition of Hard Anodize, Inc., a Minneapolis-area provider of precision aluminum anodizing and specialized surface treatment services supporting the aerospace, defense, medical device, and other high-performance industrial markets.

For more than 30 years, Hard Anodize has built a reputation for delivering highly technical metal finishing services for mission-critical components where quality, precision, and performance are essential. Operating under an AS9100-certified quality management system, ISO 9001 certification, and NADCAP process approvals, the company supports demanding customer specifications across both commercial aerospace and defense platforms.

Hard Anodize offers a comprehensive range of aluminum finishing services, including:

  • Type II Anodizing
  • Type III Hard Anodizing
  • Type I Chromate Conversion Coating
  • Type II RoHS-Compliant Conversion Coating
  • Precision Masking
  • Surface treatment solutions for mission-critical hardware

The acquisition further expands Talica’s growing portfolio of specialized surface science technologies and strengthens its position as a national provider of precision metal finishing services for highly regulated industries. Hard Anodize’s expertise in tight-tolerance aluminum components complements Talica’s existing capabilities in passivation, electropolishing, precision cleaning, and other advanced surface treatment processes.

“Talica was formed with the intent of bringing together best-in-class surface technology businesses defined by a strong culture and an exceptional team," said Paul Belliveau, CEO. "We believe Hard Anodize’s highly technical capabilities will be an ideal addition to Talica’s family of companies.”

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