Surface Preparation & Cleaning
Controlled cleaning and surface preparation processes that ensure adhesion, performance, and finish integrity.
Proper surface preparation is foundational to coating performance and long-term durability. LubeCo provides disciplined surface preparation and cleaning processes designed to remove contaminants, condition substrates, and prepare parts for downstream finishing operations.
Key Benefits
- Improved coating adhesion and finish performance
- Reduced risk of contamination-related defects
- Consistent surface condition prior to downstream treatments
- Process alignment with aerospace finishing requirements
- Repeatable preparation across production runs
Technical Range
LubeCo’s surface preparation and cleaning capabilities include processes selected to support specification-driven finishing and coating applications, including:
- Alkaline cleaning for removal of oils, greases, and shop residues
- Solvent cleaning to address organic contaminants and surface films
- Ultrasonic cleaning for complex geometries and precision components
- Titanium cleaning processes appropriate for aerospace titanium alloys
- Pre-coating surface conditioning to support adhesion and finish uniformity
OnSite Equipment
LubeCo’s applied coating operations are supported by equipment and controls appropriate for precision coating application and curing, including:
- Chemical cleaning tanks and processing stations
- Ultrasonic cleaning equipment for intricate or close-tolerance parts
- Rinse and drying systems to ensure surface cleanliness and stability
- Material handling and fixturing systems to support consistent processing
- Material handling and fixturing systems to support consistent processing
This equipment supports reliable surface preparation across a wide range of part sizes and configurations.
Prepare your parts for performance.
Contact LubeCo to discuss your surface preparation and cleaning requirements.