Business Details
31 Years
experience
Leading Provider of Advanced Coating Solutions
Paradigm Shift was founded in 1995 with a vision to revolutionize coating technologies for critical industrial and defense applications. Our proprietary Electro-magnetically enhanced Physical Vapor Deposition (EPVD) process represents the world's only viable alternative to hazardous chrome plating, offering superior performance, environmental safety, and cost efficiency. With operations in Edmonton and a head office in Toronto since 2000, we serve global defense industries, multinational corporations, and government agencies. Our state-of-the-art research facility in Toronto houses a team of experienced professionals with over 40 years of combined expertise in coating technologies. We hold numerous international patents and have successfully implemented EPVD solutions for weapon systems, aerospace components, and petrochemical applications.Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through partnerships with leading defense contractors and recognition by regulatory bodies like the European Chemicals Agency. We maintain rigorous quality assurance programs and provide clients with comprehensive technical data packages for seamless integration of our coating processes. Our environmental stewardship is evident in the development of CoatAlloy, a patented coating system that mitigates carcinogenic chrome use while enhancing component longevity. Through continuous research and client collaboration, we address complex challenges in wear resistance, corrosion protection, and high-temperature performance across multiple industries.
Services
EPVD Coating
Chrome Elimination
CoatAlloy Application
Weapon Systems Coating
Aerospace Component Coating
Petrochemical Tubing Coating
High-Temperature Coating
Corrosion Protection
Wear Resistance Solutions
Custom Material Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of proprietary coating technology development
- Our EPVD process eliminates hazardous chrome plating globally
- We hold numerous US and international patents for coating technologies
- We serve major defense contractors and government agencies worldwide
- Our Toronto facility features state-of-the-art research capabilities
Services
EPVD Coating
Our patented Electro-magnetically enhanced Physical Vapor Deposition (EPVD) process applies high-performance coatings to industrial components. This technology enables precise material deposition on internal surfaces of complex geometries, offering superior wear resistance and thermal stability. The process accommodates bore diameters from 1/4 inch to 20 inches with lengths up to 40 feet, supporting diverse applications across defense and industrial sectors.
Chrome Elimination
We provide environmentally safe alternatives to hazardous chrome plating through our proprietary EPVD technology. This solution eliminates carcinogenic hexavalent chromium while improving component performance in weapon systems and industrial equipment. Our chrome replacement process maintains dimensional tolerances without requiring additional surface treatments, reducing operational costs and environmental impact.
CoatAlloy Application
Our CoatAlloy system mitigates coking in ethylene industry furnaces through inert surface coatings. This technology forms continuous oxide layers that resist carburization and thermal shock in extreme environments up to 1200C. The self-healing coatings enhance furnace efficiency and reduce maintenance requirements in petrochemical processing applications.
Weapon Systems Coating
We specialize in improving weapon system longevity through advanced coating solutions. Our EPVD process enhances small, medium, and large caliber weapon systems' resistance to erosion and fatigue. This technology has been tested and implemented for clients including the US Navy, Leonardo Sistemi di Difesa, and Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH.
Aerospace Component Coating
Our coating solutions address wear and corrosion challenges in aerospace applications. The EPVD process improves landing gear components and other critical aircraft parts' performance under extreme operating conditions. This technology enables material replacement solutions that meet the industry's increasing performance requirements for military aircraft systems.
People
Gennady Yumshtyk
Founder, President and CEO
Gennady Yumshtyk holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and has developed coating technologies for over 40 years. He has authored numerous patents and leads the company's technical innovation and strategic direction.
Questions
What is EPVD coating technology?
EPVD (Electro-magnetically enhanced Physical Vapor Deposition) is a patented coating process that applies high-performance materials to internal surfaces of complex components without using hazardous chemicals.
How does your technology eliminate chrome plating?
Our EPVD process replaces carcinogenic hexavalent chromium with environmentally safe materials while improving wear resistance and dimensional stability in gun barrels and industrial components.
Which industries do you serve?
We primarily serve defense, aerospace, and petrochemical industries with specialized coating solutions for weapon systems, aircraft components, and high-temperature processing equipment.
What environmental benefits do your coatings provide?
Our coatings eliminate hazardous chrome disposal costs, reduce operational emissions, and offer longer-lasting protection that minimizes resource consumption through extended component lifespans.
How is your technology implemented?
We provide complete technology packages including equipment installation, process licensing, and technical support for integrating EPVD coating systems into clients' manufacturing operations.
What makes your coatings unique?
Our proprietary EPVD process enables multi-layer coating deposition on complex geometries with application speeds exceeding conventional vacuum-based technologies while maintaining environmental safety.
