TRISTAR HP System is a trivalent chrome based technology that delivers a high performance decorative metallic finish for challenging corrosion resistance applications such as external OEM Automotive Trim. It is designed to meet today’s corrosion resistance requirements.TRISTAR HP System is based on a Noble Nickel Layer that provides enhanced resistance to corrosion to the subsequent trivalent chromium deposit.

Features and benefits

• Hexavalent Chromium-free
• Meets requirements of OEM automotive exterior trim
• Excellent Russian Mud resistance
• Superior CASS resistance (60+ hours) on Plastic and Metal based applications
• No changes to applicator process sequence

Fields of application

CRITERION is a line of nickel technologies designed to produce specialized nickel deposits that are used in conjunction with a bright nickel and a chrome layer. CRITERION processes are formulated to produce sulfur-free, high sulfur and micro-discontinuous deposits in duplex and triplex layers to meet specific deposit criteria and corrosion protection required by todays OEM’s. The line contains processes suitable for steel, aluminum, zinc dye cast, copper and copper alloys, as well as POP applications.

Fields of application

• Automotive exterior and interior trim and accessories
• Furniture
• Wire goods
• Sanitary fittings
• White goods
• Building (door and lock hardware)
• Leisure equipment

SATIN CRSYTAL is a line of high performance satin nickel technologies created to satisfy the increasing requests of diversification of finishing in the OEM Automotive market. SATIN CRSYTAL applications range from a polished stainless steel/aluminium appearance to dull matt aluminium and etched steel. The line allows for chrome, gold, brass and black nickel plating by rack applications. It is characterised by excellent throwing power, additive stability and perfect deposit evenness at low current densities.

Fields of application 

• Automotive interior and exterior bright trim, including plastic based parts
• Bumpers
• Bathroom accessories
• Building hardware
• Shelving
• Hand tools
• White goods

DIASTAR Line contains non-cyanide alkaline copper processes specifically developed to be an environmentally friendly replacement to cyanide copper based processes. Processes for plate and strike applications have been developed allowing for the processing in rack and barrel applications. The line contains technologies for the processing of copper on steel, copper alloys, zinc die cast and aluminum.

Fields of application

• Sanitary fittings
• Automotive exterior and interior trim and accessories
• Lighting
• Furniture
• Building (door and lock hardware)

TRISTAR line of trivalent chrome processes represents an important advancement in the technology of high performance addition agent systems for conventional and black trivalent chrome plating. It provides a remarkably uniform performance over a wide range of current densities and operating conditions.

TRISTAR processes offer excellent deposit coverage even in very low current density areas. They have outstanding tolerance to current interruption and intermittent contact during the chrome plating portion of the finishing cycle. Besides, simple-to-monitor and to-control additives of provide excellent process stability. The line helps in enhancing worker safety, decreasing waste water treatment demands, and increasing profits due to remarkably high productivity. In addition, it is a production proven replacement to Chrome VI processes. TRISTAR is an ideal solution for decorative applications where high performance and high productivity are essential.

Fields of application

• Automotive exterior and interior trim and accessories
• Building (door and lock hardware)
• Wire goods
• Furniture
• White goods
• Sanitary fittings
• Leisure Equipment
• Consumer Electronics

CUBRAC Line is a market leading brand for bright acid Copper plating technologies. It includes dye, dye assisted and non-dye technologies. CUBRAC processes are specifically formulated for applications that require the highest electrolyte and deposit performance. They provide excellent levelling, perfect brightness and outstanding bright throwing power even at elevated temperatures and high thickness. The line contains processes suitable for POP, Zinc Dye Cast, Aluminium, and other metal based applications. Specific formulations for the processing of lead bullets and rotogravure equipment are also available.

Fields of application

• Sanitary fittings
• Automotive exterior and interior trim and accessories
• Lighting
• Furniture
• White Goods
• Consumer Electronics
• Fashion, Design & Luxury

CRYSTAL is a complete line of market leading technologies for decorative bright Nickel plating. It provides for deposits of the highest brightness and leveling possible. All CRYSTAL processes have low organic content that exhibits excellent chrome receptivity, ductility and elongation properties. This line offers the potential to reduce Nickel thickness in applications where deposit appearance is of prime consideration. Its addition agent system provides versatility, ease of control and high reliability over a wide range of operating conditions.

Fields of applications

• Lighting
• Automotive exterior and interior trim and accessories
• Sanitary Fittings
• Building (door and lock hardware)
• Wire goods
• White goods