Directed Vapor Technologies International

Directed Vapor Technologies International (DVTI) is a materials engineering and manufacturing research firm specializing in advanced coating solutions and vacuum deposition technologies. Founded in 2000 and based in Charlottesville, Virginia, the company utilizes its proprietary Directed Vapor Deposition (DVD) process to apply thin or thick films with precise compositions onto various substrates. Their core expertise includes developing electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) shielding materials—specifically MXene-impregnated fabrics—as well as manufacturing covetic metals for enhanced conductivity, functional yarns for energy storage, and protective coatings for components used in demanding industrial and marine environments.

The company serves diverse sectors, including defense, energy, and aerospace, by providing solutions that address critical needs in thermal barrier protection, signal attenuation, and material durability. DVTI has collaborated with defense agencies, such as the U.S. Army, to test and field passive shielding materials that effectively block signals and conceal assets from electronic warfare and adversary detection. By focusing on scalable manufacturing processes that move from lab-scale prototypes to pilot-scale production, DVTI enables customers to integrate high-performance functional materials into commercial and tactical applications. Through strategic support and quality certifications, the firm has successfully matured its technologies to meet the rigorous performance standards required for modern industrial and defense equipment.