SurTec Partners with Okuno

SurTec and Okuno Collaborate on Chromium-Free Process SurTec and Okuno have decided to expand their partnership in Europe to provide customers with the most suitable solutions. Applicators in Europe will benefit from the expanded collaboration by accessing the latest developments from Japan, high-performance products and in-depth technical expertise. Both companies have been successfully collaborating in Japan for an extended period. SurTec provides specialized chemical products for surface treatment, while Okuno is an innovative partner particularly in plastic coatings and the electronics industry. SurTec and Okuno are combining their strengths through this forward-looking partnership. Customers benefit from SurTec's extensive network of locations in Europe: for example, Okuno's innovative, hexavalent chromium-free solutions will soon be made available for pre-treatment in decorative processes. The business synergy between the two companies and SurTec's excellent technical support offer new opportunities for European customers and a broader high-performance product portfolio. Dr Karsten Grünke, CEO of SurTec International GmbH, states: "Okuno's innovative products complement SurTec's portfolio perfectly. Through this partnership, we can now offer a hexavalent chromium-free decorative process from pre-treatment through trivalent chromium plating to the final coat, ensuring our customers achieve full compliance with ECHA regulations." High-performance products and delivering superior service to customers are core elements of both companies' corporate principles. Lastly, sustainable management and responsible use of resources are a priority for both companies. This creates a perfect foundation for a forward-looking and successful partnership. Source