EPVD® ADVANCED
GUN BARREL COATINGS
GUN BARREL COATINGS
EPVD®
Enhanced Physical Vapor Deposition
The World's only patented coating technology replacing hazardous chrome plating in gun barrels. Delivering superior precision, dramatically extended service life, and zero environmental impact.
2–12×
Longer barrel life
100%
Environmentally-friendly
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Applicable calibres:
5.56mm to 155mm:
Small · Medium · Large
Market Intelligence
Global chrome plating market — defence
$2B*
Estimated annual global market for chrome plating in defence applications — a market EPVD® is positioned to replace entirely.
US Gov. R&D spend on alternatives
>$500M*
Estimated US government expenditure researching chrome plating alternatives across defence programs.
EPVD® competitive position
Only Proven
Solution
Solution
EPVD® remains the sole industrially viable, proven chrome replacement for gun barrel internal surfaces worldwide.
Product Performance
Service Life
Extended 2–12×
Longer barrel life compared to conventional barrels.
Precision & Accuracy
Tighter Groupings
Reduced fouling and wear. Consistent muzzle velocity shot-to-shot throughout barrel life.
Environmental
Zero Toxins
100% environmentally friendly. No Cr6+, no hazardous byproducts. Fully REACH/ECHA compliant.
Bond Integrity
No Failure
Does not crack, flake, or peel. Atomic-level adhesion survives heat cycling and propellant gases.
EPVD® vs. Chrome Plating
Performance factor
Chrome plating
EPVD®
Barrel Life Extension
x
2x
Shot Group Accuracy
Fails after ~4,500 rounds
Consistent beyond 7,000+ rounds
Environmental Compliance
Cr6+ : pending global regulations
100% compliant : no hazardous materials
Coating Integrity
Cracks, flakes, peels under thermal stress
No cracking, flaking, or peeling
Case Study — M777 Howitzer · 155mm Artillery
Procurement Reality · The Cost of Chrome Dependency
Current lead time
24–48 mo.*
Months to receive replacement M777 barrels through standard US procurement, a critical readiness gap.
Canada's procurement
$9M
Canada paid $9 million to source ten M777 howitzer barrels from the United States for Ukraine.
Environmental & Maintenance
~$8M/Year*
Estimated cost of environmental compliance & maintenance of current chrome plating facilities.
* All data based on Military & Industrial estimates.
