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About Us

A Trusted Metal Finishing Partner for High-Spec Industries

Rayco Metal Finishing is a family-owned metal finishing company based in Middletown, Connecticut, with over 70 years of experience serving aerospace, medical, firearms, and commercial OEM manufacturers. Specializing in electropolishing, plating, anodizing, chemical film, and passivation, Rayco delivers high-quality, specification-driven results backed by advanced process control and in-house testing. As an ITAR-registered company and active NASF/NESF member, Rayco supports customers nationwide with fast turnaround times, competitive pricing, and the flexibility to handle everything from single-piece prototypes to full production runs.

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Meet The Rayco Team

Mark Rydzy

Owner

Nina McDaniel

Production Manager

Megan Cockrell

Quality Control

Tammy Alcutt

Office Manager

Twain Green

Facilities Manager

Our Story

Rayco Metal Finishing’s story is built on long-standing relationships within the manufacturing industry. Owner Mark Rydzy was introduced to Rayco at a young age through his family’s business, developing a deep understanding of the industry and the importance of quality and reliability. When the opportunity arose to take ownership, it was a natural transition—preserving the company’s legacy while expanding its capabilities. Today, Rayco continues to operate with the same team, values, and commitment to excellence that have defined the company for decades.

Our Advantage

Rayco Metal Finishing combines decades of experience with modern process control to deliver consistent, high-quality metal finishing. As an ITAR-registered company with active NASF/NESF membership, Rayco Metal Finishing operates with a strong focus on compliance and performance.

Advanced Quality Control: Fischer XRF technology and in-house lab analysis ensure accurate coating thickness and consistent, specification-driven results

Compliance-Driven Operations: ITAR registered with strict adherence to industry standards for aerospace, medical, and OEM applications

Real-Time Project Visibility: Steelhead customer portal provides easy access to job status, order details, and communication updates

Efficient, Flexible Production: Streamlined workflows and QR-based tracking support fast turnaround times from prototyping to full production

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What to Expect When Working with Rayco

Customers can expect clear communication, dependable timelines, and results that meet exact specifications. Every project begins with a thorough contract review to verify requirements and prevent costly errors before production starts. Throughout the process, Rayco Metal Finishing maintains strict quality control and real-time tracking to ensure consistency at every stage. Whether you have a fully defined specification or need guidance selecting the right process, Rayco works closely with your team to deliver reliable, specification-driven results—on time and without surprises.

Anodizing

Chemical Film Coating

Electropolishing

Nickel Plating

Passivation

Tin Plating

Zinc Plating