Founded in 1967, Trans-Acc, Inc. began its business by serving the transportation industry.

Its founder, Walter Weinkam, started the business after serving in the military during WWII and following a successful career at a local metal stamping and fabricating business serving the automotive industry. Trans-Acc (short for transportation accessories) has become a leading provider of metal pretreatments and coating solutions serving industries throughout the country.

Walter’s son John has been directing the growth of this family business since 1995. Under his leadership, the company has grown to serve customers of all sizes throughout the Midwestern United States. In particular, the company has grown to become a leading source for military CARC coatings.

The company offers over 50,000 combined square feet of production space incorporating multiple coating lines to meet all sizes and quantities of manufactured parts. Our ability to offer value-added services along with quick turnaround, high-quality standards at a fair price makes for a cost-effective finish. Satisfied end-use customers of Liquid Coating and Powder Coating services include companies supporting military, commercial, automotive, medical, food service and aerospace industries.

Trans-Acc continues to build on its success by maintaining a leadership role in new coating technology and application techniques.

Trans-Acc, Inc. Vision Statement

Be recognized by our Customer as their best surface finisher!

Trans-Acc, Inc. Mission Statement

We, the associates of Trans-Acc, Inc., shall provide superior service to our customers by developing mutual trust and clear communication within a safe and clean work environment. We shall strive to develop and provide new and improved customer services, and will continually improve our quality management system based upon our ISO 9001 Certification and ISO 9001 Standards to foster continuous improvement and problem prevention.

Industry News

Trans-ACC’s Expertise in CARC Coating Applications

At Trans-ACC, we pride ourselves on our deep expertise in CARC coating applications, honed through years of experience, cutting-edge technology, and a relentless commitment to excellence. Here’s how we meet and exceed the demanding requirements of military coatings: Advanced Formulation Techniques: Crafting CARC coatings necessitates an expert understanding of chemistry and materials science. Our team… [Read More]

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Powder Coating Explained: A Durable Finish for Modern Surfaces

As described by ThomasNet in the article “Understanding Powder Coating,” this innovative finishing process applies a dry powder paint to a surface, which is then heated and hardened to create a durable, protective layer. Powder coating is widely used on metals but can also be applied to plastics, glass, and engineered fiberboards. It provides a… [Read More]

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Military-Grade Protection: The Advantages of CARC Coating

At Trans-ACC, we understand the critical importance of protecting military equipment against the most extreme conditions. This is where our expertise in Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) comes into play. CARC coating is specially formulated to provide superior protection against chemical, biological, and radioactive threats, making it a crucial element in military applications. Our proficiency… [Read More]

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Advancing Sustainability: The Future of Recycled Powder Coatings

As reported by Products Finishing Online in their article, “Reduced, Reused and Recycled Powder Coatings Are the Future,” powder coating—a popular finishing process—is gaining recognition for its environmental benefits. However, a significant portion of powder coatings still ends up as waste. Surplus Coatings, Innovakote, and Eagle Environmental are leading efforts to address this challenge through… [Read More]

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