Automotive Components

Paving the Way to More Sustainable Surface Treatment Solutions for the Automotive Components Industry

As a leader in surface treatment solutions, we deliver innovative, environmentally responsible solutions for the automotive components industry.

Chemetall partners with major automotive suppliers and system manufacturers to provide advanced, eco-conscious surface treatment and coating technologies for automotive components. Our extensive product portfolio covers the full pretreatment process, including machining, cleaning, conversion coating, paint detackification, non-destructive testing (NDT), paint shop maintenance, and rust protection.

Our solutions support diverse needs, from aluminum wheels, bumpers to diesel injection systems, battery packs, chassis and suspension components, and powertrain parts like pistons and gears. We develop customized solutions and offer high-performance pretreatment technologies for steel, aluminum, and plastics, backed by technologies that improve quality and efficiency, extend service life, reduce effluent, and minimize environmental impact, including water usage.

As the automotive industry embraces trends like autonomous driving and e-mobility, OEMs and suppliers must adapt with new materials and processes, such as replacing welding with bonding and focusing on lightweight substrates like aluminum, magnesium, and plastics. Sustainability and compliance with local regulations are increasingly important, especially as the industry faces pressure to reduce carbon emissions and environmental impact. From business-savvy strategies to modern sustainability initiatives, Chemetall helps automotive components customers to tackle these challenges proactively, providing a wide range of expert support and solutions to pave the way toward a more profitable and sustainable future.

Our Technologies for Automotive Components

Gardacid^®

Conventional and eco-friendly pickling technologies for the removal of residues, contaminants, scale and rust from metal substrates

Gardo^® Control

A user-friendly system for monitoring process and equipment data, driving efficiency and safety in your process

Gardobond^®

A comprehensive selection of high-efficiency conversion coatings and organic passivation for treating metal substrates, specialized solutions for aluminum, and distinct additives for separating PET from polyolefins, along with defoaming agents

Gardoclean^®

A selection of highly efficient alkaline, acid and neutral cleaner technologies that provide a residue-free, wettable surface and eco-friendly options

Gardofloc^®

A paint detackification technology that ensures paint overspray particles are effectively washed out of the air by recirculated water

Gardolene^®

A large portfolio of liquid and powder-type activating and passivating agents for treating steel, zinc, aluminum and alloy substrates

Gardorol^®

A corrosion protection agent that prevents corrosion of phosphate or bare metal substrates and can be easily removed prior to processing

Gardostrip^®

A paint-stripper technology designed to remove paint, organic finishes and durable residues from metal substrates

Oxsilan^®

Advanced thin-film technology for eco-friendly, multi-metal pretreatment compatible with conventional wet and powder coating processes

Tech Cool^®

A selection of high-performance soluble oil, synthetic and semi-synthetic coolant technologies for grinding, stamping, drawing, forming and machining applications

VIANT^®

An eco-friendly conversion coating and primer paint in one coating layer, enhancing coverage, corrosion protection and cost-efficiency

Xmor^®

A comprehensive portfolio of penetrant testing and magnetic particle testing solutions designed for accurate non-destructive testing (NDT) operations, specifically tailored for non-aerospace applications, particularly in mass production environments

Our Technologies for Automotive Components

Gardacid®

Conventional and eco-friendly pickling technologies for the removal of residues, contaminants, scale and rust from metal substrates

Gardo® Control

A user-friendly system for monitoring process and equipment data, driving efficiency and safety in your process

Gardobond®

A comprehensive selection of high-efficiency conversion coatings for treating metal substrates, specialized solutions for aluminum, and distinct additives for separating PET from polyolefins, along with defoaming agents

Gardoclean®

A selection of highly efficient alkaline, acid and neutral cleaner technologies that provide a residue-free, wettable surface and eco-friendly op

Gardofloc®

A paint detackification technology that ensures paint overspray particles are effectively washed out of the air by recirculated water

Gardolene®

A large portfolio of liquid and powder-type activating agents prior to phosphating, as well as passivating agents for treating steel, zinc, aluminum and alloy substrates.

Gardorol®

A corrosion protection agent that prevents corrosion of phosphate or bare metal substrates and can be easily removed prior to processing

Gardostrip®

A paint-stripper technology designed to remove paint, organic finishes and durable residues from metal substrates

Oxsilan®

Advanced thin-film technology for eco-friendly, multi-metal pretreatment compatible with conventional wet and powder coating processes

Tech Cool®

A selection of high-performance soluble oil, synthetic and semi-synthetic coolant technologies for grinding and machining applications

VIANT®

An eco-friendly conversion coating and primer paint in one coating layer, enhancing coverage, corrosion protection and cost-efficiency

Xmor®

Activation

Highly efficient activation agents for the formation of a fine crystalline layer on metal substrates

Cleaning

High-performance cleaners that deliver a clean surface that is residue-free and wettable

Conversion Coating

A broad range of high-performance conversion coatings for corrosion protection, adhesion, reduced friction and abrasion

Corrosion Protection

State-of-the-art corrosion inhibiting compounds, lubricants, oils and inhibitors for metal substrates

Metalworking

High-performance synthetic, semi-synthetic, and soluble oil coolants portfolio formulated for tube drawing, wire drawing, cold extrusion as well as various metal working applications

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Certified and approved NDT products for liquid penetrant testing (PT) and magnetic particle testing (MT) for all industry sectors

Organic Coating

VIANT one-step conversion coating and primer paint that reduces resources and costs while protecting edges and inner surfaces

Paint Detackification

Wet-paint detackification technologies that ensure overspray particles are effectively washed out of the air by recirculated water

Paint Stripping

Chemical strippers for the removal of paint, residues, durable coatings and organic finishes from metal substrates

Passivation

High-performance passivating agents that enhance corrosion resistance and adhesion in your pretreatment processes

Purge Cleaning

A VOC-free technology that enables the efficient exchange of colors in paint systems application equipment for the automotive market

Water Treatment

A comprehensive line of solutions to increase productivity, safety, compliance and sustainability in water treatment

We’re More Than Just Surface Treatment Experts

We’re your surface treatment partner, integrating end-to-end solutions that embody dedication, inspiration and impeccable science throughout your whole process.

Advanced Applications

Boost operational efficiency with our best-in-class solutions designed for top performance from start to finish.

Lab Services

Enhance processes and operational efficiency while minimizing costs thanks to state-of-the-art analysis and technical support.

Innovative Technologies

Get superior results with our advanced technologies and solutions for surface treatment.

Explore Our Integrated Solutions

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Schedule an expert consultation to discover how our approach can enhance your surface, glass, plastic recycling and metal pretreatment processes. Whether you’re looking for advice, a full-service surface treatment company or a supplier for a specific product, you can always expect our dedicated team of experts to find the right solution to meet your needs.

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