General Metal Finishing General Metal Finishing Technology Perfectly Matched Concepts for Every Requirement Technology for Tomorrow s Solutions
02 03 Technology for Tomorrow's Solutions Innovating the World of Surface Finishing Atotech is one of the world s leading suppliers of integrated production systems: chemistry, equipment, know-how and service for decorative and functional surface finishing, semiconductor and printed circuit board manufacturing. Next to the core business units GMF (General Metal Finishing) and Electronics (Printed Circuit Board Production) additional business units such as Electronics Materials and Semiconductor Technology play an increasingly important role for the future growth of Atotech and its customers. Atotech at a Glance Founded in 1993 Direct subsidiary of the world s fifth largest oil and gas company, Total One of the leading suppliers of processes and equipment for the surface finishing and electronics industries Headquartered in Berlin, Germany with regional headquarters in Rock Hill, USA and Yokohama, Japan 17 TechCenters worldwide, providing advanced materials science and analytical support 14 chemistry production plants and 2 equipment production plants 10 strategically located R&D Centers 4,000 highly qualified staff in over 40 countries
General Metal Finishing Welcome to the World of Surface Finishing Plating Solutions at the Leading Edge of Technology The heart of Atotech s philosophy is to provide leading green technology and best local service. With 17 TechCenters and 16 chemistry and equipment production plants, Atotech is best situated to offer the fastest and most efficient service to all customers around the world. Atotech s R&D activities are focussed on the development of processes, products and equipment that aim to use raw materials efficiently, keeping waste to a minimum, saving energy and preserving water and air. By investing more than 10% of sales annually into R&D, our focus is placed on the development of high quality and environmentally responsible finishes that fulfill the requirements of all industries which Atotech serves today and in the future. Being one of the most innovative companies in the market requires constant and close contact with market leaders. Special OEM teams closely work with all members of the supply chain. By this means, we are able to align our R&D programs and forecast new market trends. Atotech s GMF OEM teams are focussing on automotive manufacturers, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1/2/3 suppliers. Continuous communication throughout the whole supply chain and highly trained staff are the basis for Atotech s success in the industry. Atotech uses its intimate knowledge of the market and its close relationships with customers to tailor research and development programs, enabling its partners to meet the challenges of technology progress and to fulfill the needs of our customers. Atotech s General Metal Finishing Division (GMF) is dedicated to supplying the full package of chemistry, production technology and comprehensive service to the surface finishing industries in all areas of applications and end-markets such as automotive, aerospace, construction, communication, furniture, sanitary and consumer goods.
04 05 Atotech s Global Network All Over the World and Just Around the Corner Knowing well that every business is local, Atotech has created a worldwide network with three regional headquarters and sales and service locations in more than 40 countries on five continents. To increase the local capability for in-time sampling as well as for materials science and analytical investigations, 15 GMF TechCenters have been established over the past years. Together with 9 R&D Centers and 16 production plants, our worldwide presence allows us to give the fastest and most efficient technical support as well as in-time delivery to our customers throughout the world. All local Atotech staff is trained constantly to ensure outstanding and globally consistent service. Berlin, Trebur Germany Jablonec, Czech Republic Burlington, Canada Rock Hill, USA Milan, Italy Bangalore, India JangAn, South Korea Yokohama, Japan Shanghai, China Guanyin, Taiwan Kaohsiung, Taiwan Guangzhou, China Singapore, Singapore Taboão da Serra, Brazil Atotech s worldwide GMF TechCenter locations Regional Headquarters
General Metal Finishing The TechCenter Approach Best Local Service with Leading Green Technology To ensure global customer proximity, Atotech TechCenters are fully equipped with analytical and materials science methods for all kinds of testing. These include performance tests for soldering, bonding, corrosion resistance and torque tension measurements, carried out in accordance with OEM specifications. Production-sized pilot plating lines enable qualification runs under production scale conditions, customer sampling and pilot production. State-of-the-art analytical and materials sciences laboratories fully equipped with cuttingedge scientific tools allow for examination of customer samples with routine analyses and sophisticated or even customized investigations. In addition to that, TechCenters play a crucial role in the introduction and establishment of new environmentally friendlier processes and production solutions. Resulting from great R&D efforts and a genuine commitment to sustainability, Atotech s green technologies increasingly gained customers trust also thanks to many trials and demonstration runs at the TechCenters. Atotech TechCenters also allow for continuous internal know-how development and exchange and provide platforms for external training which contributes to improving the expertise of customers personnel. Through the TechCenters, Atotech s R&D and customer support are always close at hand, offering teams of experts to rely on for support and consulting services in every business case and for every single technical requirement.
06 07 Green Technology Sustainability Driven by Innovation One of Atotech s main challenges as a specialty chemicals supplier is to develop sustainable, environmentally sound processes and systems, ensuring safe and high quality manufacturing. Next to green chemical products, also Atotech s auxiliary equipment supports the effort towards greener production. GMF s Green Chemical Products at a Glance Cr(VI), Cr, Co-free passivates for zinc and zinc alloys processes Cr(VI) and phosphate-free conversion coatings Cr(VI)-free decorative chrome electrolytes Ammonium and boric acid-free acid zinc and zinc nickel electrolytes Cr(VI)-free low VOC zinc flake coating systems Cyanide-free zincates and cyanide-free alkaline zinc, copper and silver processes Electroless nickel processes free of Pb, Cd, EDTA and ammonia Non-PFOS mist suppressants for decorative and hard chrome applications Long-life, low temperature cleaners and phosphorus-free paint pretreatment processes Pb-free tin electrolytes, Cl - -free Pd/Ni coatings for connectors, Co and Ni-free hard gold processes as well as BTA-free protective post-treatments
General Metal Finishing Greener production enables customers to reduce their environmental footprint and helps them to be more profitable in a sustainable way.
A T I 08 09 The Automotive Approach Designed to Comply with the Requirements of Global OEMs O T A T P E P C L I H C A A T U O T R O M O E V Atotech GMF pays special attention to the needs and demands of automotive manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their suppliers. The GMF product development is closely aligned with the performance requirements of the automotive industry and based on constant and close contact with representatives of this industry. The link between Atotech development teams and OEM and Tier 1 decision-makers is guaranteed by an internal OEM-Tier 1 team of experts which is active in all major automotive regions. This team is dedicated to obtain information on current and future requirements of OEMs and Tier 1s, which are passed on to Atotech s development teams in order to be incorporated into our automotive technology roadmap. Fast alignment with OEM demands and joint development cooperation help us in achieving our major objective: becoming the preferred surface technology provider of functional and decorative components for passenger cars, light and heavy vehicles and motorcycles. Part of Atotech s automotive approach is the AAA (Atotech Automotive Applicators) Program, in order to support the whole automotive supply chain. This cooperation program identifies platers who fulfill the high quality requirements of the automotive industry. Atotech provides its customers with comprehensive knowledge and in-depth expertise of our plating processes and we closely work together with the applicator in terms of documentation, production and management of deviations or logistics. The results of performance tests, frequent controls of the chemical solutions as well as compliance with safety and environmental regulations are also key aspects of the AAA program. Atotech s processes fulfill the requirements of a substantial number of OEM specifications and are officially approved by many automotive manufacturers.
General Metal Finishing Dedicated Business Technology Teams Offering Perfectly Matched Concepts for Every Requirement With specialized GMF Business Technology Teams for every technology field, Atotech is able to provide perfectly matched processes for each and every production step for the entire spectrum of applications from pretreatment to final sealing. Decorative Coatings (Plating on Plastics, Cu/Ni/Cr, Precious Metals) Corrosion Protection Coatings (Zinc/Zinc Alloys Electroplating, Zinc Flake Technology, Mechanical Plating) Wear Resistant Coatings (Functional Chrome, Electroless Nickel) Functional Electronic Coatings (IC/Leadframe, Connector) Paint Support Technologies (Paint Pretreatment, Paint Overspray Treatment, Paint Stripping) Complementing the extensive product range of each technology field, Atotech offers perfectly matching pretreatment solutions for cleaning (soak, spray and electro cleaners), specific processes for the preparation of aluminum parts, pickling additives, activations and strippers. Environmentally responsible borate-free, NPE-free and phosphorus-free cleaners as well as cyanide-free and non-nitric aluminum pretreatment are also available and emphasize our efforts towards greener plating solutions.
10 11 Decorative Coatings Provide Protection and Make Daily Life More Precious For decorative applications on metal substrates or plastic materials, Atotech offers a complete range of pretreatments as well as an extensive portfolio of copper, nickel and chrome processes. An assortment of precious metal processes, electrophoretic lacquers and rotogravure chemistry complements the product line. Moreover, a range of specially suited systems for the pretreatment of aluminum and magnesium substrates is available. Plating on Plastics Atotech is recognized for its leading innovative technology in plating on plastics, offering comprehensive packages of conventional and direct plating processes. Copper and Alloy Processes Whether the applications are grounding rods, plated automotive wheels, automotive decorative interior and exterior trim plastics, rotogravure for printing cylinders or nickel-free bright white finishes for parts in contact with skin Atotech offers a complete range of dye-based and dye-free acid copper systems as well as rotogravure, pyrophosphate, immersion, cyanide and non-cyanide alkaline coppers.
General Metal Finishing Nickel and Alloy Processes Atotech offers the widest range of electrolytic nickel plating processes from satin, semi-bright and bright nickel to microporous, micro-cracked and high sulfur nickel for both rack and barrel applications. Complementary production technology such as maintenance and recycling systems for satin, semi-bright, bright and MPS nickel electrolytes complete the product range. Atotech offers Cr(III)-based processes for decorative chrome plating, CN-free zincates and CN-free alkaline copper and silver, Cr-free passivates for decorative silver surfaces, lead, ammonia & boric acid-free electroless nickel, non-pfos, low-foaming wetting agents and nickel-free alternatives for decorative plating. Chrome Processes Atotech s decorative chrome plating processes improve brightness, appearance, corrosion protection, wear resistance and endurance of many different kinds of decorative articles. Atotech offers conventional hexavalent chrome plating processes as well as environmentally sound trivalent chrome electrolytes. Atotech s TriChrome finishes are a high performing environmentally friendly replacement for hexavalent chrome electrolytes, also offering a new range of colors meeting contemporary design requirements. Precious Metal Processes When luxury surfaces are requested, Atotech s extensive range of precious metal processes allows designers to enhance everyday products with the attractive appearance of precious metals such as silver, gold, palladium, ruthenium or rhodium.
12 13 Corrosion Protection Coatings Highest Corrosion Protection with Electrolytic Zinc and Zinc Alloys Processes and Zinc Flake Technology In the area of corrosion protection coatings, Atotech is supplying both electrolytic zinc and zinc alloys plating processes as well as zinc flake technology. Atotech s product range includes all types of zinc plating additives and the most comprehensive range of zinc nickel processes in the market. A wide choice of high performance Cr(VI)-free conversion coatings and sealers is available. The zinc flake systems of Atotech provide a wide range of base coats and top coats in silver and black color as well as various lubricants. Zinc Electroplating Processes The extensive range of Atotech s zinc electroplating technologies comprises the latest development in chloride acid and cyanide-free alkaline zinc processes. Atotech s chloride acid zinc electrolytes provide effective leveling to achieve brilliant, high-gloss zinc coatings, resembling decorative chromium. Zinc Alloys Electroplating Processes Atotech s zinc alloys electroplating chemistries meet the highest corrosion protection standards and provide improved coating performance. Atotech s patented membrane anodes for alkaline zinc nickel electrolytes increase process throughput and improve coating quality while reducing the environmental footprint.
General Metal Finishing Post-treatment Atotech s unique sealers provide best corrosion protection due to reactive compounds and are highly suitable for each zinc and zinc alloy deposit. Among others, Atotech offers sealers with integrated lubricants, which are especially developed for the fastener industry to adjust the coefficient of friction within very narrow working windows. Black pigmented sealers, intensifying the black appearance, complement the product range. For unsealed surfaces, Atotech provides Cr(III)-based post-dips to be applied after passivation, meeting the industries corrosion protection requirements. Atotech offers Cr(VI)-free, Cr-free and Co-free passivates for zinc/zinc alloys plating, Cr(VI)-free low VOC zinc flake technology and CN-free alkaline zinc. H 3 BO 3 and NH + - free acid zinc/acid zinc nickel for high throughput 4 and best corrosion protection are also available. Zinc Flake Technology With a comprehensive zinc flake process range including silver and black base coats as well as organic and inorganic top coats, Atotech provides a perfect complement to its product portfolio of electroplated corrosion resistant coatings. The zinc flake technology is largely embraced by the fastener industry and used for a variety of other applications due to its special features. For the best corrosion protection all from one source Atotech also offers combined solutions of both zinc electroplating and zinc flake technology.
14 15 Functional Chrome Coatings Advanced Hard Chrome Technology The basic hard chromium plating process was commercialized almost a century ago by United Chromium, a predecessor of Atotech. Continuous inventive advances have led to today s superior performance of Atotech s hard chrome processes. Functional Chrome Plating Atotech s hard chrome processes offer high efficiency and robustness producing coatings with extreme wear resistance, high corrosion protection levels and low coefficient of friction. The hard chrome plating range is completed by advanced non-pfos mist suppressants. Atotech also offers liquid chromium replenishment products for hard chrome plating. Atotech s DynaChrome system for chrome plating rods combines green processing equipment technology with a state-of-the-art process for high productivity and high quality. Atotech was the first to develop a low foaming, permanent, non-pfos mist suppressant. Also available is a trivalent chromium control system enabling the use of Pt/Ti anodes to make hard chrome plating completely lead-free.
General Metal Finishing Electroless Nickel Coatings The Beneficial Solution for Truly Functional Coatings Ideal wear performance, uniform thickness distribution as well as high corrosion resistance and high surface hardness all these coating properties are achieved with electroless nickel technology. Atotech products are used for a variety of applications, such as brakes, fuel systems, planetary gears, valves and steering components. Several different substrate materials can be plated in rack as well as barrel application. Atotech offers Pb, Cd, EDTA and ammoniafree electroless nickel technologies. Electroless Nickel Coatings Atotech s electroless nickel product range includes low, medium and high phosphorus processes which are ELV, WEEE and RoHS compliant for the automotive and electrical/electronic industries. The EDEN System The EDEN (Electrodialysis for Electroless Nickel) system is combining process chemistry and equipment. EDEN allows the concentrations of all ingredients to be kept within a defined range and guarantees virtually constant process parameters over a potentially unlimited bath life.
16 17 Functional Electronic Coatings Surface Technologies for Electrical and Electronic Industries Atotech s Functional Electronic Coatings provide processes for IC outer lead plating, high-speed silver spot plating, adhesion promoters for leadframe applications, cost-effective gold plating for connectors, 3D-MID manufacturing and high GAM LED silver plating. Atotech offers Pb-free tin electrolytes, Cl - -free Pd/Ni coating for connectors, CN-free alkaline copper and silver processes for leadframes and connector applications, as well as chromate-free silver passivates, Co and Ni-free hard gold and BTA-free protective post-treatments. IC/Leadframe Processes The functional electronic coatings product line offers chemistry and production know-how for four areas of the IC/leadframe manufacturing sequence. This includes main plating bath additives, adhesion promoters for copper and silver surfaces as well as pre- and post-treatment products. Connector Processes The product line provides the entire process range required for plating of all types of connectors for electric and electronic applications. This includes the main plating bath additives and pre- and post-treatment products for high-speed Cu and Ni plating, pure Sn and Sn/Pb plating, Ag, Pd, Pd/Ni alloy and pure Au and Au alloys plating.
General Metal Finishing Paint Support Technologies Sustainable Processes for Paint Shops Paint Support Technologies complement Atotech s vast chemical surface treatment knowledge and process experience. Atotech s paint support technology processes are innovatively formulated to provide the latest environmentally responsible paint pretreatment, paint stripping and paint overspray treatment solutions to paint facilities around the globe. Paint Pretreatment From cleaning to adhesion promotion, Atotech s innovative solutions improve production efficiency and performance, reduce costs and energy consumption, and promote safer work environments while minimizing the environmental impact. Paint Stripping Atotech s paint removal technologies provide sustainable, safe, cost effective and highly efficient solutions for removing various organic coatings from multiple substrate types. Paint Overspray Treatment The chemical treatment of water-borne and solvent-borne paint overspray stabilizes water parameters, eliminates unpleasant odors and reduces sludge quantity and COD, improving process efficiency and meeting equipment cleaning requirements. Atotech offers many solutions for paint applications, including phosphorus-free low temperature pretreatment processes and chlorinated solvent and sulfuric acid-free paint removal technologies.
18 19 Production Technology Auxiliary Systems for Green Surface Technology Solutions In addition to environmentally responsible chemical products, Atotech s auxiliary equipment also supports the effort towards greener production. Greener manufacturing processes help customers to reduce their environmental footprint and contribute to greater profitability in a sustainable way. Atotech s auxiliary system line ranges from ion exchange technologies for Cr(III) passivates, electrolytic nickel, trivalent decorative chrome and hexavalent hard chrome plating electrolytes to metal recovery systems for electrolytic nickel. It also includes membrane anode technology for alkaline zinc nickel and regeneration systems for acid zinc and alkaline zinc nickel electrolytes. Large electroless nickel installations benefit from Atotech s patented electrodialysis system. An integrated production system for hard chrome plating of piston rods and automated online analysis systems for the optimization of processes complement the portfolio. Auxiliary Systems Using Atotech production technology demonstrates that cost-effectiveness and technology advantages can go hand in hand with environmental protection.
General Metal Finishing Equipment Technology Customized Production Solutions According to Product Specifications and Local Conditions Optimum plating performance for surface finishing applications can be achieved by using innovative plating technologies under optimized processing conditions. By combining our specialized chemical products with dedicated equipment, Atotech offers system solutions to meet today s demands for consistently high performance at reduced processing costs. Production Systems for the Plating Industry Chemical and equipment engineers work closely together to ensure the compatibility of chemical processes and lines. Equipment and process specialists check existing plating systems and develop proposals to optimize throughput, automation and quality. Atotech creates the complete engineering package for tanks, transporters, controls, dosing and periphery and supports in purchasing, installation, initial operation and start of production. Atotech s software specialists develop concepts for alternative control systems and inform about specific advantages compared to existing systems. Atotech s equipment technology contributes to reduce energy consumption e.g. with optimized thermal isolation for high temperature processes or with efficient pumps and motors for hoist lines.
Atotech Main Office Erasmusstr. 20 D-10553 Berlin Phone +49 30 349 85 0 Fax +49 30 349 85 777 www.atotech.com Atotech We Supply Solutions 11/12_JR Atotech is one of the world s largest suppliers of metallization production solutions for GMF (general metal finishing), PCB (printed circuit board) and semiconductor wafer applications. Atotech s international experience and market know-how provide you with: Widest Product Range Atotech s extensive knowledge and vast product offering give you highly productive systems and single-source responsibility. Solid research and development combined with decades of fieldproven processing are your assurance of the best electroplating systems in the world. Highest Product Quality Atotech only works with certified suppliers to ensure the highest quality products with consistency second to none. Adherence to international quality standards is a way of life at Atotech. Worldwide Service With manufacturing, sales and service locations throughout the world, Atotech is positioned to effectively assist you now and in the future. Reliable Delivery Atotech s worldwide production and warehousing help keep you in production, day after day, year after year. You will reduce storage costs and protect against lost production capacity. Environmental Know-how Atotech is committed to providing products and processes that are environmentally responsible according to the most stringent requirements on a global level. Atotech regional Headquarters are situated in Rock Hill (USA), Berlin (Germany) and Yokohama (Japan)