Industrial coatings
KSK combines industrial coating, pretreatment and series production expertise into an end-to-end solution for demanding components – shaped by our roots in the automotive industry.
With high-quality manufacturing processes, stringent quality controls and an experienced team, we guarantee a perfect finish. Whether plastic, carbon or metal, our methods are precisely tailored to the material, geometry and volume – for reproducible quality and stable processes.
Industrial coatings by KSK
All processes from a single source
Pretreatment, coating and finishing as an end-to-end process.
Cross-material expertise
Plastic, carbon and metal.
High process reliability
Series production capability and reproducible quality.
Scalable
For small and large volumes.
Expandable
Can be supplemented by assembly and logistics.
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Plastic
During trimming and preparation, components are mechanically reworked to remove sprues, burrs and manufacturing residues. At the same time, sensitive areas are carefully prepared and edges are smoothed. This step ensures a uniform starting surface and is crucial for adhesion, appearance and process stability during subsequent coating.
In our multi-stage power-wash system, components are thoroughly cleaned and degreased. Several cleaning and rinsing zones, followed by a final treatment with demineralised water, remove even the finest residues. This ensures consistently high surface quality – a key prerequisite for reproducible results in high-volume coating.
During flame treatment, the surface is thermally activated, increasing the surface energy of the plastic. This improves wettability and enables significantly better adhesion of subsequent coats. Particularly with plastics that are difficult to coat, this process creates a stable and durable bond between the material and the coating.
Fluorination is a chemical surface activation process used particularly for complex component geometries. It enables uniform treatment even of hard-to-reach areas and provides lasting improvements in adhesion properties. This allows even demanding components to be coated reliably and with consistent process control.
As part of the tracking process, components are clearly marked to ensure unambiguous identification and traceability within production. This supports quality assurance and ensures transparent processes throughout the entire value chain, particularly for high volumes and complex supply chains.
Carbon
Carbon components are mechanically finished to remove excess material, burrs and production-related residues. At the same time, sensitive surface areas are specifically prepared. Smoothing and levelling the structure creates a uniform base that is crucial for the subsequent coating and a high-quality final result.
In the multi-stage power-wash system, carbon components are thoroughly cleaned and degreased. Several coordinated cleaning and rinsing zones reliably remove particles and residues without damaging the sensitive surface. This creates a clean and stable basis for the subsequent coating processes.
Systematic tracking makes carbon components uniquely identifiable. This ensures complete traceability within production and supports quality assurance. Particularly in complex projects and high volumes, this step makes a significant contribution to process reliability.
Metal
During pickling, oxide layers, scale and impurities are removed chemically. This activates the metal surface and optimally prepares it for the subsequent coating processes. This step is crucial for uniform adhesion and the long-term quality of the coating.
Zinc phosphating creates a finely crystalline conversion coating on the metal surface. It improves the adhesion of subsequent coats while also increasing corrosion protection. It therefore forms an important basis for durable and resilient coatings.
For aluminium components, chrome-free passivation provides a protective conversion coat that significantly increases corrosion resistance. At the same time, the process meets modern environmental requirements and provides a reliable basis for subsequent coatings.
Fine seam sealing is used to seal weld seams, joints and interfaces in a targeted manner. This prevents moisture ingress and reduces susceptibility to corrosion. It increases the service life of the components and ensures consistently high quality, even under demanding operating conditions.
The full spectrum of colours, under control!
Rely on around 40 years of experience in industrial coating. Entrust your components to KSK. We look forward to your project.
Volker Braas
Head of Sales / Authorised Signatory