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Maximizing Cold Forming Efficiency for Precision Metal Shaping 

Enhancing Efficiency, Durability, and Precision with Advanced Surface Treatment Technologies 

Cold Forming

Cold Forming

The metal processing industry greatly benefits from our powerful solutions and processes, which deliver numerous advantages. Our cold forming portfolio encompasses the entire pretreatment chain, including pickling, degreasing, activation, phosphating, neutralization, and lubrication. We provide both multi-layer tribological systems, such as conversion coatings with lubrication, and single-layer systems that can be applied in both multi-step and single-step treatments. 

To achieve optimal results, surface treatment is crucial for ensuring smooth forming, reducing friction, and preventing tool wear. Our reactive soaps and Gardolube product line, including Gardolube L and Gardolube RS oils, set a global standard for application range and reliability. The enhanced lubricity of our polymeric Gardomer L lubricants ensures superior forming results and minimizes tool wear, leading to more efficient and cost-effective production – even with complex geometries and high degrees of forming operations. 

Proper lubrication and compatibility with downstream processes enhance efficiency and drawability, allowing for cost optimization. Our Gardo® technologies, supported by expert process assistance, maximize productivity while adhering to modern ecological and performance standards. We prioritize ecological requirements and offer sustainable solutions to ensure your production processes are environmentally friendly. 

With a global network of specialists and years of practical experience, we provide the knowledge, technology, and technical support needed to optimize complex production flows. Our technologies ensure seamless forming with reduced environmental impact, making cold forming more reliable, efficient, and economical for demanding applications. 

Our Technologies for Cold Forming

Gardo® Hybrid
Advanced technology that combines eco-friendly cold forming with high-forming performance and meets stringent safety and environmental requirements
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
Gardolube®
A range of highly efficient lubricant and salt carrier technologies for high-quality metal forming and metalworking processes
Gardomer®
High-efficiency, eco-friendly lubricants for metal forming that ensure maximum efficiency and clean surfaces with minimal film thickness 

Our Industries for Cold Forming

Tube, Wire & Cold Extrusion
Specialized technologies that ensure exceptional cleaning, lubrication, forming and corrosion protection for metal forming, cold extrusion and tube and wire manufacture

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 and minimize costs with state-of-the-art analysis and technical support.
Innovative Technologies
Get superior results with our advanced technologies and solutions for surface treatment.