Surface Finishing ​

How Can Yes Prototype's Finishing Services Elevate Your Project? ​

Your parts are truly completed after they go through our professional finishing department.From metal to plastic, whether it's a single prototype or full-scale production, we provide everything you need to take your project that final step to perfection. More than just parts production, our finishing services elevate the appearance, performance, and durability of your components through a variety of treatments.

Color Matching ​

Achieving a perfect color match is crucial. We use advanced color spectrophotometers to measure surface color, tint, and reflectance accurately. This ensures we can match your color samples precisely and apply Pantone or other RGB colors exactly to your specifications.

Painting and Coatings Painting ​

A well-executed paint job can significantly enhance the appearance and durability of your product. Using reliable, high-quality paints, we offer a wide range of colors and finishes to meet your specifications. Our skilled painters can achieve consistent results in various finishes, including matte, flat, semi-gloss, and glossy.

Soft-Touch Painting ​

Add a soft-touch coating to almost any surface, whether plastic or metal. This coating provides a matte, non-slip texture that reduces glare and hides fingerprints. It's ideal for handheld controllers and frequently touched consumer goods. Note that soft coatings are not as durable as rubber or elastomer overmoldings.

Powder Coating ​

Powder coating is an eco-friendly method that applies a dry powder to metal surfaces using electrostatic charge, then cures it under heat. This results in a durable, UV-resistant, and chemical-resistant finish, perfect for outdoor equipment, furniture, and industrial components.

E-coating (Electrocoating) ​

E-coating uses an electric field to deposit paint evenly onto a charged substrate, creating a uniform, fully encapsulating coating with excellent corrosion resistance. Commonly used in automotive, appliance, and construction industries.

Anodizing ​

Yes Prototype specializes in anodizing aluminum, magnesium, and titanium. Anodizing enhances corrosion resistance, increases surface hardness, improves wear resistance, and aids in heat dissipation. It's also ideal for painting and priming, providing a beautiful finish.

Electroplating ​

Electroplating uses electric current to deposit a thin layer of metal, such as nickel, gold, or silver, onto a part. This improves corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and electrical conductivity. Widely used in electronics, automotive, and decorative applications. Notably, chrome plating is a specific type of electroplating that provides a highly reflective, glossy finish.

Heat Treatment ​

Heat treatment alters the microstructure of materials through controlled heating and cooling, enhancing hardness, strength, and wear resistance. Methods include quenching, tempering, and annealing, essential for tools, molds, and mechanical components.

Pad Printing ​

Pad printing is a cost-effective and fast method to imprint simple words and graphics on flat or slightly curved surfaces. Your desired image is embossed onto a hard rubber block, which acts as a stamp. Limited to single-color prints.

Silk Screen Printing ​

For more complex graphics or multiple colors, silk screen printing is ideal. It involves using a fine mesh screen partially covered by a stencil. Paint is squeezed through the mesh onto the substrate, allowing for sophisticated multi-colored images and patterns on almost any hard, flat surface.

Laser Marking ​

Laser marking creates precise, high-contrast, and permanent markings on various materials. Ideal for logos, brand names, serial numbers, and other identifying information. Provides high-resolution, durable marks on metals, plastics, and ceramics.

Sanding and Polishing ​

Sanding is used for both painting preparation and creating final surface effects. We offer brushed and satin finishes on metal and optically clear polishes on transparent plastic. Hand sanding is crucial in the vacuum casting process for preparing master patterns.

Vapor Polishing ​

Vapor polishing creates optically-clear polycarbonate (PC) plastic by melting the surface at the molecular level with Weldon 4 gas. This method repairs minor surface defects and achieves an extremely clear finish on areas inaccessible by hand.

Mirror Polishing ​

Mirror polishing achieves a mirror-like shine on metal surfaces through multiple stages of grinding and polishing. This process removes imperfections, resulting in a flawless, reflective finish ideal for high-end decorative items, jewelry, and precision instruments.

Texturing ​

Texturing involves creating specific patterns or finishes on a surface to improve grip, reduce glare, and enhance visual appeal. Common methods include brushing, sandblasting, and chemical etching. Textured surfaces are popular in consumer electronics, home goods, and decorative materials, providing both functional and aesthetic benefits.

Blasting ​

Blasting involves spraying abrasive media like sand, garnet, walnut shells, or high-pressure water onto a workpiece. It cleans and de-burrs parts, preparing them mechanically and chemically for later surface finishes. Blasting also imparts unique textures, such as frosting and pebbling.

Start Your Project Today ​

After receiving your 3D drawings, our engineers will analyze your custom parts at once. We’ll work closely with you to clarify all details before providing a quote that is both economical and accurate.