SurTec announces cooperation with Okuno Chemical Industries in Europe

As one of the market and technology leaders in Asia in the field of chemical specialties for surface treatment, Okuno is an innovative partner especially for plastic coaters and the electronics industry. SurTec and Okuno combine their strengths with this future-oriented cooperation. Customers benefit from SurTec's distinctive network of locations in Europe, through which, for example, Okuno's innovative chromium(VI)-free solutions for pretreatment in decorative processes will soon be available. Synergies between the two companies and SurTec's technical support will open up entirely new opportunities and a broader portfolio of high-performance products for customers in Europe, according to both suppliers. "Okuno's innovative products complement SurTec's portfolio perfectly," said Dr. Karsten Grünke, CEO SurTec International GmbH. "Through the cooperation, we can now deliver a chromium(VI)-free decorative process from pretreatment to trivalent chromium plating to the final top coat, enabling our customers to be fully compliant with ECHA requirements."

Not only do the sales strategies of the two companies complement each other perfectly, but their philosophies are also almost congruent: a strong focus is placed above all on research and development - Okuno and SurTec invest disproportionately in this area, both in terms of personnel and finances. High-performance products and excellent service for customers are essential components of the corporate principles of both companies. And last but not least, sustainable management and responsible use of resources are at the forefront for the companies. Both companies see this as a perfect basis for successful and forward-looking cooperation.