In our electroplating facility, we offer a wide range of electroplating and chemical surface treatments. Through electroplating, we refine, protect or functionally modify metallic surfaces. This results in components with defined properties for demanding industrial applications.
The most important points
- Electrochemical processes for the surface treatment of metals
- Finishing with a thin metal layer that causes a change in dimensions
- Multiple techniques are available for optimal application
Examples of implemented electroplated components
Chemically nickel-plated aluminium
Blued brass
Chemically nickel-plated aluminium
Black chrome-plated steel
Electroplating expertise at Polymeca
In electroplating, Polymeca refines metallic components using chemical and galvanic processes. The focus is on functional and decorative surfaces for precision components where corrosion protection, wear resistance, conductivity, appearance or subsequent processing steps play a central role.
One key area of expertise is chemical nickel plating. This process offers excellent corrosion protection, uniform coating thickness, good wear resistance and a high-quality finish. Since the coating deposits uniformly even on complex geometries, the process is ideal for technical components with demanding requirements for both function and surface finish.
Ultrasonic cleaning is also an important part of our electroplating services. Clean surfaces ensure stable coating processes. Therefore, we tailor the cleaning steps before and after coating specifically to the material, component geometry and subsequent processing.
For specific requirements, Polymeca employs other specialised processes, including black chrome plating, blue annealing of brass, passivation of stainless steel, burnish of stainless steel, and copper plating. This allows us to create functional or decorative surfaces that are precisely tailored to the intended use of the component.
Facts about electroplating
Quality assurance, analysis and environmental protection
Our coating processes guarantee precision, sustainability and reliability. Every component meets our specifications for dimensional accuracy and surface quality – from the first to the last part of a series.
To ensure this, we continuously monitor all process baths in our own analysis laboratory. Continuous monitoring and documentation of all process parameters ensure a reproducible coating quality that our customers can rely on.
Quality:
- ISO 9001:2015 certified
- Analytic laboratory
- Coating thickness measurement
- Material analysis
- Corrosion tests
- Cross-section / SEM analysis
- Sampling
Environmental protection:
- ISO 14001:2015 certified
- RoHS compliant processes
- REACH compliant processes
- Modern wastewater treatment
- Steadily growing sustainability
«Our manual electroplating delivers endless possibilities and tailored solutions. We process each workpiece with great care and a keen eye for detail.»
Ralf Steyer
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Frequently asked questions about electroplating
Precision mechanics
Upon request, mechanical processing can be performed prior to surface treatment as a preliminary process step for the targeted, high-precision manufacturing of your components. With our core competencies in mechanical manufacturing, we meet your requirements for precision, quality and process reliability.
Further expertise in surface technology
Anodising
Passivation
Powder Coating
Wet Painting
