Plastic Decorating
Plastic Painting Services
Precision plastic painting and industrial finishing that improve the appearance, durability, and performance of molded plastic components.
Precision Plastic Painting & Industrial Finishing for Manufactured Components
At Secondary Solutions Inc. (SSI), we specialize in precision painting of plastic components for OEMs, injection molders, and contract manufacturers. Since 1996, we have helped customers improve the appearance, durability, and performance of molded plastic parts through high-quality decorative and functional coating applications.
Whether your project requires a cosmetic finish, protective coating, or customer-specified paint system, our experienced technicians deliver consistent, repeatable results from prototype through full-scale production.
From small precision components to large molded housings, SSI provides dependable plastic painting services designed to meet demanding cosmetic and performance requirements.
Plastic Painting Is More Than Color
Painting molded plastic components requires far more than simply applying paint.
Every successful project depends on understanding:
- Plastic resin compatibility
- Surface preparation
- Coating selection
- Adhesion requirements
- Film thickness
- Cure requirements
- Cosmetic appearance
- Long-term durability
At SSI, every painting project is developed around the specific material, application, and environmental requirements of your product.
Our Plastic Painting Capabilities
SSI applies a wide variety of decorative and functional coatings, including:
- Solvent-based paint systems
- Water-based coatings
- Customer-specified paint systems
- Decorative finishes
- Protective coatings
- Functional coatings
- Primers
- Topcoats
- Multi-layer coating systems
- Specialty industrial coatings
Whether you're painting one prototype or thousands of production components, our goal is consistent quality and repeatable manufacturing.
Precision Spray Application
Consistent finishes require consistent application.
SSI utilizes operator-controlled precision spray equipment that allows experienced technicians to maintain accurate coating placement, proper film build, and excellent cosmetic appearance across a wide variety of molded components.
This approach provides exceptional flexibility for:
- Prototype projects
- Engineering changes
- High-mix manufacturing
- Low-to-medium production volumes
- Complex molded geometries
- Customer-specific coating requirements
Combining precision spray equipment with experienced operators allows us to adapt quickly while maintaining consistent quality throughout production.
Surface Preparation
Long-term coating performance begins with proper surface preparation.
Depending on the plastic material and coating system, SSI performs customer-approved preparation methods designed to maximize adhesion and coating performance.
Preparation may include:
- Cleaning
- Surface conditioning
- Material verification
- Customer-specified preparation procedures
- Precision masking
- Handling procedures that protect cosmetic surfaces
Proper preparation provides the foundation for a durable, professional finish.
Precision Masking
Many molded components require paint in specific locations while protecting functional surfaces from overspray.
SSI performs precision masking for:
- Threaded features
- Sealing surfaces
- Electrical contacts
- Connector interfaces
- Grounding locations
- Assembly features
- Critical fit areas
- Customer-designated no-paint zones
Our masking techniques help maintain both product function and cosmetic quality.
Custom Fixturing & Process Development
No two molded components are exactly alike.
SSI designs custom fixtures and handling methods that ensure every part is consistently positioned throughout the painting process.
Our fixture development improves:
- Repeatability
- Spray consistency
- Paint coverage
- Film thickness control
- Production efficiency
- Cosmetic appearance
- Reduced handling damage
Every production process is developed to provide dependable results from the first part through full production.
Decorative & Functional Coatings
Plastic coatings do much more than improve appearance.
SSI applies coatings that provide:
- Premium cosmetic finishes
- Chemical resistance
- UV resistance
- Abrasion resistance
- Moisture protection
- Surface durability
- Product identification
- Customer-specific functional performance
Our team works with customer-approved coating systems to ensure every finish meets its intended application.
Quality Inspection
Painting is often one of the final cosmetic operations performed before a product reaches the customer.
SSI verifies:
- Paint coverage
- Color consistency
- Surface finish
- Cosmetic appearance
- Masking accuracy
- Customer-specific acceptance criteria
- Overall workmanship
Every production run is monitored to maintain consistent quality and repeatable manufacturing performance.
Integrated Secondary Manufacturing Services
Many customers reduce cost and simplify logistics by combining plastic painting with additional manufacturing services performed at SSI, including:
- Pad printing
- Hot stamping
- Assembly & kitting
- Ultrasonic welding
- Spin welding
- Heat staking
- UV adhesive application
- Conformal coating
- Potting & encapsulation
- EMI/RFI shielding
- Inspection & packaging
Performing multiple secondary operations under one roof reduces transportation, shortens lead times, and improves overall quality control.
Industries We Serve
SSI supports manufacturers in:
Why Manufacturers Choose SSI
For nearly three decades, manufacturers have trusted SSI because we understand that plastic painting is both a cosmetic and functional manufacturing process.
Our customers value our ability to combine precision spray equipment, experienced operators, custom fixturing, and disciplined process control to consistently produce painted components that meet demanding cosmetic and performance expectations.
Manufacturers choose SSI because we provide:
- Manufacturing experience since 1996
- Prototype through production support
- Operator-controlled precision spray systems
- Custom fixturing
- Precision masking
- Flexible production volumes
- Experienced technicians
- Responsive customer service
- Competitive pricing
- Minnesota-based manufacturing
Whether your project involves decorative finishes, protective coatings, or specialized customer-approved paint systems, SSI delivers dependable manufacturing solutions that improve both product appearance and performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of plastic can SSI paint?
We routinely paint a variety of engineering plastics using customer-approved coating systems. Material compatibility depends on the resin, coating chemistry, and performance requirements of the finished product.
Can SSI use customer-specified paint systems?
Yes. We regularly process customer-approved paint systems while following documented work instructions and application procedures.
Do you perform precision masking?
Absolutely. Precision masking is an essential part of many plastic painting projects and helps protect functional surfaces while maintaining high cosmetic standards.
Can painted parts receive additional secondary operations?
Yes. Many customers combine painting with pad printing, hot stamping, assembly, ultrasonic welding, heat staking, conformal coating, EMI/RFI shielding, inspection, and packaging to streamline manufacturing.
Does SSI support prototype and production quantities?
Yes. We support engineering prototypes, validation builds, pilot production, and long-term manufacturing programs.
Partner with SSI for Precision Plastic Painting
At Secondary Solutions, painting is more than applying a finish—it's about creating durable, repeatable coatings that improve the appearance, performance, and value of your product. Our experienced technicians, operator-controlled precision spray equipment, and disciplined manufacturing processes allow us to consistently deliver coatings that meet demanding cosmetic and functional requirements.
Whether you're launching a new product, improving an existing design, or searching for a trusted contract manufacturing partner, SSI has the expertise to support your project from concept through production.