Advantages of VacuChrome™ Coating

The VacuChrome™ process provides a bright finish identical to chrome, color adjustments to match customer requirements.​

There is no weight penalty as compared to chrome which typically adds 1.2 to 2.0 lbs per wheel.

​As opposed to chrome, the VacuChrome™ process does not alter balance or uniformity.​

​The VacuChrome™ process provides the same reliability as painted aluminum wheels.

There are no design limitations like those that hamper chrome plating and chrome cladding.​

Same process as OEM programs which has passed all long term quality testing.

​There is virtually no development timeline. The average timeline is about 4 weeks. Existing wheel
designs can easily be offered in a VacuChrome™ finish. If the wheel is ready for paint, it is ready for Cross to coat.

​There are no tooling costs associated with this process. Both chrome plating and chrome cladding programs require special tooling resulting in an upfront tooling charge.

Process is “green”; no VOCs or hazardous products of any kind are used in the application of our coating.  The facility does not require any environmental permits to operate.