About
International Hardcoat is a full-service aluminum anodizing facility based in Detroit, Michigan, serving diverse manufacturing industries nationwide.
About IHC
Our History
With the advent of the commercial hardcoating process, International Hardcoat started out in a small UPS bay in Detroit in 1962 to provide hardcoat and anodize services to the aerospace industry. As word spread about our capability, the business grew. Expanding into markets such as military, automotive, and cookware led to two more relocations and continued growth. Today, IHC operates one of the largest job shop anodizing plants in the country.
What Makes Us Special?
About Our Qualities
Capable
Multiple processing lines and over 200,000 sq. ft. of facility space enable us to handle jobs of all sizes. Whether it’s a one-piece prototype, a high-volume automotive or military program, or a demanding aerospace project, we have the expertise and the facilities to support you.
Reliable
IHC invests heavily in redundancy and backup for critical systems to ensure maximum productivity and uptime. Multiple process lines with built-in backup systems—including process boilers, chillers, and ultra-pure water systems—are just some of the ways IHC ensures we’re ready when you need us.
Innovation
IHC believes the best way to do a job right is do it yourself. With in-house designed and developed MRP software, automation systems, tooling and fixtures, and processing lines, we are equipped to provide the most innovative, capable, and efficient solution to your finishing needs.
Customizable
Pickup and delivery services, assembly operations, final packaging, and many other value-added options are among the services that IHC is glad to discuss with you. We’re also open to exploring custom solutions tailored to your specific needs and would be pleased to consider supporting your program from start to finish.