VaporTech
VaporTech designs, builds, and services PVD and PECVD thin-film deposition systems for industrial manufacturers. The Colorado-based subsidiary of Masco Corporation serves automotive, medical device, cutting tool, home hardware, and precision-component customers with proprietary coating technologies.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1984
- HeadquartersLongmont, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What VaporTech does
Vapor Technologies, Inc. (VaporTech) designs, manufactures, and services thin-film deposition systems that deposit PVD and plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) coatings. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, the company operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Masco Corporation (NYSE: MAS), a Fortune 500 diversified building-products manufacturer that acquired it approximately 30 years ago. VaporTech's equipment portfolio spans five platforms: the V.MAX1500 industrial batch system, the VT-1000i/1500i/3000i mid- to high-capacity i-Series systems, and the Cadence compact magnetron sputtering system. Differentiated process technologies include the proprietary LTAVD low-temperature cathodic arc deposition, the patented RAAMS Remote Anode Assisted Magnetron Sputtering technology, plasma nitriding combined with PVD in a single chamber, and DLC (diamond-like carbon) coatings deposited via PECVD.
The company sells directly to industrial manufacturers across eight primary verticals — automotive (engine and drivetrain components, decorative trim), medical devices (orthopedic implants, surgical tools), home hardware and plumbing fixtures, cutting tools (end mills, inserts), firearms, precision industrial components, molds and dies, and blades/knives. VaporTech's go-to-market is a direct enterprise sales motion conducted by phone, email, and website contact, supplemented by content marketing (blog, YouTube, LinkedIn, downloadable brochures) and industry-event presence. Revenue is generated through three streams: hardware sales of the coating systems, coating optimization services delivered by in-house R&D scientists, and recurring installation, training, and ongoing technical support. Per-part coating costs are typically quoted at under $1, with equipment pricing provided on a quote basis depending on configuration.
The company maintains a global footprint with regional offices in Zurich (Europe), Hanoi (Southeast Asia), and Shenzhen (China), and positions itself as one of the world's leading PVD equipment manufacturers with 40 years of operating history. Headcount is reported in the 11–50 range. No funding rounds, M&A activity, or leadership changes appear in the data set; product investment is evidenced by the V.MAX1500 launch, the Cadence platform, the VT Diamond DLC product line, and an antimicrobial copper coating currently pending EPA registration.
VaporTech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- VaporTech
- Legal name
- Vapor Technologies, Inc.
- Website
- https://vaportech.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1984
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- VaporTech designs, builds, and services PVD and PECVD thin-film deposition systems for industrial manufacturers. The Colorado-based subsidiary of Masco Corporation serves automotive, medical device, cutting tool, home hardware, and precision-component customers with proprietary coating technologies.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
VaporTech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Coating Equipment
- NAICS
- Paint and Coating Manufacturing (32551)
- SIC
- Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels & Allied Prods (2851)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Thin-Film Deposition Materials (PVD/CVD/ALD Targets & Precursors) (HDAHAGAH)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Industrial & Protective Coatings (IMAEAGAB)
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Where VaporTech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Longmont
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
VaporTech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- PVD/PECVD Coating Equipment Sales: Sale of physical vapor deposition and plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition coating systems. Equipment ranges from compact systems for small manufacturers to industrial-scale coating machines for high-volume production operations.
- Coating Optimization Services: R&D scientists work with customers to develop and optimize coating recipes for specific applications, testing recipes to perfect functional properties and appearance without impacting performance or critical dimensions.
- Installation, Training & Ongoing Support: Pre-installation, implementation, training, maintenance, and quality spare parts services for coating systems throughout their operational life.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Per-part coating cost for DLC/PVD coatings |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels5 records
VaporTech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
VaporTech designs, builds, and services thin-film deposition systems that deposit PVD and PECVD coatings to improve products. The company sells capital coating equipment (V.MAX1500, VT-1000i, VT-1500i, VT-3000i, Cadence systems) to industrial manufacturers, supported by coating optimization services, installation, training, and ongoing maintenance. Coatings are applied for both functional (hardness, wear, low friction) and decorative (color, finish) purposes across automotive, medical, cutting tool, and consumer hardware applications.
Product overview
VaporTech is a physical vapor deposition (PVD) and plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) equipment manufacturer offering a portfolio of five coating systems: V.MAX*1500* (industrial batch system), VT-1000i, VT-1500i, and VT-3000i (i-Series systems), and Cadence (magnetron sputter system). The equipment portfolio is complemented by a range of coating technologies including DLC, PVD chrome/CrN, titanium-based (TiN, TiCN, TiAlN), zirconium-based (ZrN, ZrCN, ZrOC), and antimicrobial copper coatings. These systems serve industrial applications including automotive, medical devices, cutting tools, home hardware, firearms, and precision components.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- V.MAX1500™: Industrial PVD coating system for functional applications including cutting tools, precision components, automotive/aerospace parts, and medical devices
- VTi-Series™
- Cadence®
- LTAVD®
- RAAMS®
- VT Diamond™
- VT Decorative™
- VT Functional™
Products and services
- V.MAX1500 System Industrial batch PVD coating system for cutting and forming tools, precision-engineered components, automotive/aerospace parts, and medical devices. Features up to 6 cathodic arc and/or magnetron sputtering sources, plasma nitriding, and both low and high-temperature deposition options.
- VT-1000i System Compact, easy-to-operate PVD and PECVD/DLC coating machine for small to medium-volume operations. Features 6-rack design with LTAVD cathodic arc technology for coating metal, plated parts, and some plastics.
- VT-1500i System Mid-size PVD and DLC coating system with optional magnetron sputtering. Features up to 3 PVD sources, can coat parts up to 100 cm long with 10 high-capacity racks, providing high throughput in a compact footprint.
- VT-3000i System Highest-capacity PVD and PECVD/DLC coating system with the largest chamber and 16 racks. Features centrally mounted cathodic arc deposition source for coating uniformity; handles parts up to 122 cm (48 in) long.
- Cadence System Compact magnetron sputtering deposition system using proprietary RAAMS (Remote Anode Assisted Magnetron Sputtering) technology. Designed for high-performance functional coatings with fast deposition rates for tools, tooling, automotive parts, and precision components.
- VT Diamond DLC Coatings Amorphous carbon DLC coatings with low friction (coefficient 0.05-0.20 against polished steel), high hardness, wear resistance, and biocompatibility. Available in standard DLC (a-C:H) and W-DLC variants, deposited via PECVD. Colors range from graphite to near-black.
- PVD Chrome and CrN Coatings Pure chromium and chromium nitride (CrN) coatings deposited via PVD. Provide equivalent hardness to chrome plating with improved wear resistance and environmental safety compared to electroplating. Colors include silver chrome and improved CrN variants.
- Titanium Coatings (TiN, TiCN, TiAlN) Titanium-based PVD coatings including titanium nitride (TiN), titanium carbonitride (TiCN), and titanium aluminum nitride (TiAlN). Provide hardness, wear resistance, and distinctive gold/rose gold colors for cutting tools, medical devices, and industrial applications.
- Zirconium Coatings (ZrN, ZrCN, ZrOC) Zirconium-based PVD coatings including zirconium nitride (ZrN), zirconium carbonitride (ZrCN), and zirconium oxycarbide (ZrOC). Provide broad color palette from stainless steel to brass, nickel, bronze, black, and blue, with excellent wear and corrosion resistance.
- Antimicrobial Copper Coatings Copper-based PVD antimicrobial coatings for protecting surfaces from harmful microorganisms. Pending EPA registration. Engineered for greater wear and corrosion resistance than solid copper, with a dark steel gray appearance.
- Coating Optimization Services R&D scientists work with customers to develop and optimize coating recipes for specific applications, testing recipes to perfect functional properties and appearance without impacting performance or critical dimensions.
- Installation, Training and Support Services Pre-installation, implementation, training, maintenance, and quality spare parts services for coating systems throughout their operational life.
Quantifiable outcome
- Coating cost per part under $1 (less than 1 cent for typical parts)
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use VaporTech
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments8 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
VaporTech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
VaporTech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
VaporTech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- voestalpine eifeler Group: Eifeler offers PVD coating services and equipment across Europe, with strong positioning in tool coatings and decorative finishes. Comparable to VaporTech in serving cutting tool OEMs and decorative hardware customers.
- Platit AG: Platit is a Swiss manufacturer of PVD and CVD coating equipment with a focus on cutting tools, forming tools, and decorative coatings. Comparable product portfolio to VaporTech's VTi-Series with similar customer verticals.
- CemeCon: CemeCon is a German manufacturer of PVD and CVD coating equipment specializing in high-end tool coatings. Direct competitor in premium coating systems for cutting tools and precision components.
- IHI Hauzer Techno Coating: Hauzer is a European PVD and PACVD coating equipment manufacturer serving automotive, decorative, and tooling markets. Direct competitor in industrial batch PVD systems with overlapping customer base in automotive components and cutting tools.
- RÜBIG Group: RÜBIG is an Austrian manufacturer of PVD coating equipment and provider of coating services, with similar positioning in tool coatings and component surface treatment. Direct comparable in equipment portfolio and customer verticals.
- Oerlikon Balzers: Oerlikon Balzers is the global leader in PVD coating equipment and coating services, operating both equipment sales and a worldwide network of coating service centers. Directly comparable to VaporTech across automotive, cutting tools, and precision component applications.
Broad incumbents
- HEF Group: HEF is a French global provider of surface treatment solutions including PVD coatings, offering both equipment and coating services. Larger, more diversified competitor with broader geographic and application coverage than VaporTech.
- Sulzer (Surface Solutions): Sulzer's Surface Solutions division provides PVD and PACVD coating services globally. While primarily a service provider rather than equipment vendor, Sulzer competes with VaporTech's installed base by offering outsourced coating alternatives to manufacturers.
- Ionbond (IHI Corporation): Ionbond (owned by IHI) operates a global network of PVD coating service centers serving automotive, tooling, and decorative markets. Competes with VaporTech indirectly by offering outsourced coating services instead of equipment ownership.
Emerging players
- Impact Coatings: Impact Coatings is a Swedish PVD coating equipment and coating service company targeting fuel cells, decorative, and automotive applications. Comparable in size and product offering with emerging focus on sustainable coatings.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Funding rounds
Investors
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VaporTech M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about VaporTech
What does VaporTech do?
VaporTech designs, builds, and services thin-film deposition systems that deposit PVD and PECVD coatings to improve products. The company sells capital coating equipment (V.MAX1500, VT-1000i, VT-1500i, VT-3000i, Cadence systems) to industrial manufacturers, supported by coating optimization services, installation, training, and ongoing maintenance. Coatings are applied for both functional (hardness, wear, low friction) and decorative (color, finish) purposes across automotive, medical, cutting tool, and consumer hardware applications.
Is VaporTech a public or private company?
VaporTech is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was VaporTech founded?
VaporTech was founded in 1984. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is VaporTech based?
VaporTech is headquartered in Longmont, United States, in the North America region.
How does VaporTech make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. PVD/PECVD Coating Equipment Sales are the primary driver. The others are coating Optimization Services and installation, Training & Ongoing Support.
Who are VaporTech's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are voestalpine eifeler Group, Platit AG, CemeCon, IHI Hauzer Techno Coating, RÜBIG Group and Oerlikon Balzers. Broad incumbents are HEF Group, Sulzer (Surface Solutions) and Ionbond (IHI Corporation). Impact Coatings is listed as an emerging player.
Does VaporTech have an API?
No public API is recorded for VaporTech.
What industry is VaporTech in?
VaporTech's product category is Industrial Coating Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAHAGAH, Thin-Film Deposition Materials (PVD/CVD/ALD Targets & Precursors), with a secondary code of IMAEAGAB, Industrial & Protective Coatings. Its NAICS code is 32551 and its SIC code is 2851.