Technical Leadership for Coating and Thermal Spray Operations
Stabilizing your process. Training your team. Securing your results.
Arcvel Engineering provides on-site technical support to help shops overcome
production bottlenecks, quality inconsistencies, and equipment challenges.
Based in Alberta, support is provided to facilities across Canada and the
United States.
A Hands-On Approach
Work is carried out directly on the shop floor alongside operators and
personnel to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions. The goal
is to stabilize processes, maintain parameter discipline, and ensure parts
meet quality requirements.
Core Service Areas
Process Optimization and Troubleshooting
Addressing process issues and coating quality problems in HVOF, APS, flame spray, and twin wire arc systems
Development and qualification of coating parameters to meet industrial and OEM requirements
Identification and correction of production bottlenecks to reduce downtime
Training and Mentoring
Operator coaching during active production to correct process drift
Training on parameter control and maintaining stable conditions
Mentoring supervisors and leads on process discipline and documentation
Training on procedures, work instructions, and quality records
Quality and Compliance
Support of ISO 9001 systems, internal audits, and customer reviews
Metallurgical evaluation and microstructure analysis
Development of procedures and standard work based on shop conditions
Equipment and Production Support
Equipment setup, installation, and recovery for thermal spray systems
Sourcing of parts, components, and alloy powders
Support for troubleshooting and maintenance coordination
Background
Experience includes nearly 15 years in metallurgical engineering, research
and development, and shop supervision. This includes supporting
underperforming operations, leading quality audits, and working in
high-volume production environments.
Improvements are implemented with the intent that they hold in production,
supported by trained personnel and repeatable procedures.