Oerlikon at PRI Show 2025: High-Performance Coatings Engineered to Withstand Extreme Racing Conditions

Oerlikon, a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials, will present its latest high-performance coatings for motorsports at the 2025 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show.

The solutions showcased at this year’s PRI are engineered to enhance engine performance, durability, and reliability under the most extreme racing conditions.

Revolutionary Coating for High-Performance Engines: BALINIT® VALDURA
At the forefront will be BALINIT® VALDURA, a revolutionary coating specifically designed for exhaust valve applications in high-performance engines. Developed by Oerlikon Balzers, the company’s technology brand for thin-film coatings, it is able   to withstand extreme temperatures of up to 900°C. BALINIT® VALDURA features an Al-doped CrN composition, providing exceptional oxidation resistance and superior wear protection.

Recent tests have demonstrated that this PVD coating outperforms conventional CrN coatings, making it the ideal choice for racing teams and engine builders seeking higher durability under extreme racing conditions.

Advanced Racing Performance with BALIQ® Coatings powered by S3p® Technology
Also featured at the PRI Show are BALIQ® coatings, powered by Oerlikon’s proprietary S3p® technology. By combining the advantages of arc evaporation and sputtering, this technology delivers superior coating quality along with outstanding process versatility exceeding conventional HiPIMS. Advanced process control allows for tailored, droplet-free, high-density coatings with optimized hardness and smoothness.

BALIQ® coatings are engineered to reduce friction, enhance wear resistance, and maximize reliability—critical factors in motorsports, where every fraction of a second counts. From endurance racing to precision engine development, these coatings help teams push technical boundaries with confidence.

Visitors to booth 1633 – Green Hall can learn about the company’s globally available coating services and tailored solutions, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of motorsports, with Oerlikon experts offering in-depth insights into the performance and reliability advantages of advanced surface coatings.