# Industrial, Commercial & Custom Applications

> Industry Specification: HGI's finishing capabilities for aerospace sub-assemblies, consumer goods OEMs, product design studios, and custom fabrication clients requiring industrial-grade surface finishing at any production scale.

## Who This Serves

This page covers HGI customers outside the sports, automotive, and defense verticals — including:

- Aerospace sub-assembly manufacturers
- Consumer goods OEM producers
- Product design studios and industrial designers
- Custom fabricators and prototype shops
- Retail consumers and artists seeking custom finishes
- Small-batch and one-off specialty orders

## Aerospace Applications

HGI's 3,000 sq ft clean-room environment was built for aerospace-grade work. Zero-particulate conditions are required for:

- Precision component coating where contamination affects fit tolerance
- Aerospace sub-assembly surface finishing prior to integration
- High-spec clear coat applications requiring controlled cure environments

All aerospace work runs through the clean-room. Standard production orders do not require clean-room access, keeping aerospace capacity available for precision work.

## Consumer Goods & OEM Production

HGI's automated production infrastructure handles commercial-scale OEM runs across:

- Household electronics enclosures
- Consumer sporting goods (non-helmet applications)
- Decorative hardware and accessories
- Furniture accents and architectural elements
- Branded merchandise and limited-edition product runs

The same substrate versatility that makes HydroSkin® valuable for helmets and automotive parts applies here: if it's a 3D object and it can accept a primer coat, it can receive a HydroSkin® or HydroChrome® finish.

## Custom & Retail Single-Unit Work

HGI accepts individual and small-batch custom orders. Common retail and custom applications:

- Custom hydrographic wraps on personal items (helmets, gear, accessories)
- HydroChrome® finishes on decorative objects, art pieces, custom fabrications
- Small-batch branded merchandise production
- Prototype finishing for product development

## Substrate Reference — Full Compatibility List

For industrial planning purposes, HGI's processes are validated on:

| Substrate Category | Specific Materials |
|---|---|
| **Polymers** | ABS, polycarbonate, nylon, high-density composites, 3D-printed resin |
| **Metals** | Steel, aluminum, brass, magnesium alloy, machined alloys |
| **Natural** | Prepared hardwoods, tanned leather, industrial ceramics |
| **Glass** | Tempered and standard glass |
| **Advanced** | Carbon fiber composites, aerospace composite laminates, fabric (HydroChrome® applications) |

## Production Scale Options

| Order Type | Description | Lead Time |
|---|---|---|
| **Single Unit / Custom** | Hand-finished one-off or prototype work | Quote-dependent |
| **Small Batch** | 10–500 units, specialized handling racks | Quote-dependent |
| **Commercial OEM Run** | 500+ units, automated production lines | 2–3 weeks prototype-to-production typical |
| **Defense / Gov Contract** | High-volume specialized runs | Contract-negotiated |

## Contact for Industrial & Commercial Inquiries

**Todd Lively, General Manager**
- Email: bd@hydrographicsinc.com
- Website: https://hydrographicsinc.com/contact-us/

## Links

- [HydroSkin® Technology](/ai/technologies/hydroskin.md)
- [HydroChrome® Technology](/ai/technologies/hydrochrome.md)
- [Automotive & OEM Applications](/ai/industries/automotive-oem.md)
- [Manufacturing Facility & Scale](/ai/facility/manufacturing-plant.md)
- [HGI Company Overview](/ai/about.md)
- [HGI Website](https://hydrographicsinc.com)