Finishing Lab, an anodizing company based in Bozeman, Montana, has expanded its offerings to include Type 3 anodizing.
Matthew LindsayCommonly referred to as hardcoat, Matt Lindsay, co-founder of Finishing Lab, says Type 3 anodizing provides a thicker and more durable surface coating, and is typically used in high-end applications for the aerospace, defense, and industrial industries.
The expansion makes Finishing Lab the first and only Montana company to offer Type 3 anodizing as a dedicated service.
“Our team has seen a growing demand for this service over the past few years,” Lindsay says.
With a recent influx of manufacturing companies expanding or relocating to Montana, Finishing Lab says it can now help customers reduce expensive shipping costs and keep lead times short.
Matt McCune“We plan on adding additional services and larger tank capacity over the coming years to meet future demand,” says Matt McCune, co-founder of Finishing Lab. “This expansion allows us to continue supporting companies in Montana and the surrounding region. Our goal is to be a 'one-stop shop' for manufacturing companies needing advanced surface treatment of parts.”
Founded in 2021, Finishing Lab’s customers span many industries, including the outdoor industry, aerospace and defense, photonics and imaging, and many other commercial enterprises. Utilizing a strict electrochemical process, Finishing Lab’s team members process parts in accordance with military specification MIL-A-8625 to ensure compliance with thickness and corrosion guidelines. Finishing Lab processed over one million individual parts in 2025.
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