Calico Coatings

Motor Vehicle ManufacturingNorth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees

Calico Coatings operates in the motor vehicle and broader high-performance coatings sector, providing advanced coatings designed to withstand extreme pressure, reduce friction and wear, and improve fuel efficiency. Its portfolio includes a range of coating technologies and lubricants intended to enhance performance in demanding environments such as engines, aerospace, military applications, and dies and molds. The company aims to address issues related to friction, wear, heat, and corrosion by applying specialized coatings that extend component life and reliability. Founded in 1997 by racers, the business is based in Denver, North Carolina, and has developed a dedicated laboratory and a core manufacturing facility to support ongoing research, development, and production.

Calico Coatings serves a diverse set of customers across industries that demand high-performance surface engineering, including race teams, engine builders, the U.S. military, and aerospace suppliers. Through its history of collaboration with engine developers and component manufacturers, the company positions itself as a provider of technologically advanced coatings to gain performance advantages in situations where outcomes are defined by durability and efficiency. The organization has pursued growth and process improvement, such as adding automated lines to streamline DLC/PVD coating production, and has established partnerships intended to extend its reach in high-performance applications. Based in North Carolina, the company has maintained a focus on delivering edge performance through coatings that address friction, heat, and wear.

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