Calico Coatings

Calico coated bearings are coated with their CT-1 Dry Film Lubricant coating. CT-1 is specifically engineered to withstand the extreme conditions of today's high performance engines. Professional engine builders enjoy a higher level of confidence with increased embed ability, strength and durability.

In 1997, Calico Coatings was founded by racers, for racers. Tracy Trotter, owner and a racer himself, set out to develop the industry's most technologically advanced coatings ? with the ability to withstand the extreme conditions of high speed and engine wear. Calico quickly gained a reputation as the leader in the coatings industry by working with race teams and engine builders to solve issues of friction, wear, heat and corrosion.

After 10 years in the coatings business, Calico expanded their operation by adding a laboratory dedicated to the research and development of new coatings including their Diamond-like and other hard coatings. By the end of 2012, Calico combined their operation into what is now their headquarters ? a state-of-the art, 20,000 sq. ft. manufacturing and research facility in North Carolina.

Today, their coating knowledge and expertise is in demand across numerous industries including the U.S. Military, aerospace, molds and dies, diesel engine and others. In these industries where performance is everything, Calico's coatings provide the needed edge for outstanding results. Whatever performance challenges you face, Calico offers a coating solution.

The Calico Coatings lineup includes DLC, PVD, PECVD, Teflon®, and thermal coatings as well as non-stick dry film lubricants and break-in lubricants.

Calico Coatings proudly partners with ACL, Mahle/Clevite and Durabond to provide the high performing coated bearings for the motorsports industry. Our coated bearings are coated with our CT-1 Dry Film Lubricant coating. This coating helps reduce friction and abrasive wear. It provides intermittent dry lubrication and is not affected by dust or dirt. CT-1 is specifically engineered to withstand the extreme conditions of today's high performance engines. Professional engine builders enjoy a higher level of confidence with increased embedability, strength and durability.