We have been combining technical expertise, experience and advanced liquid coating technologies for over 40 years to create aesthetically and functionally refined surfaces with properties tailored to the technical requirements and conditions of product use.
We support consistent quality, traceability and reliable surface finishing with our controlled and optimised processes in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
Key advantages of VPL liquid coating solutions
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Visual excellence
A wide range of visual and surface effects, including matt, semi-matt, gloss and high-gloss finishes, metallic and pearlescent effects, soft-touch surfaces and gradient transitions.
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Technical flexibility
Coating systems tailored to the material, function, product geometry and application requirements.
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Functional surface properties
Surface solutions can contribute to improved resistance to mechanical, chemical and environmental influences as well as additional functional properties tailored to application requirements.
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Integration with PVD – vacuum metallisation
An authentic high-gloss metallic appearance combined with additional aesthetic and functional surface properties.
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Consistent quality
Monitoring and optimisation of key production parameters support established goals, process consistency and stable surface finishing quality.
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Traceability and process control
Carefully controlled processes support traceability and oversight of key stages throughout the production process.
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Production flexibility
Suitable for prototype, low-volume and serial production.
Technical capabilities and properties
- Coating thickness: from 2 µm to 10 µm and above
- Materials: plastics, metals, glass and composites
- Product dimensions: up to 800 mm in length and 130 mm in height (depending on product shape, geometry and specifications)
- Selective coating: robotic coating application for selective areas
- Coating systems: 1K, 2K, water-based systems and other specialised coatings
- Colour matching: according to Pantone, RAL or customer specifications
Integration of liquid coating and PVD – vacuum metallisation – all under one roof
Which surface finishing solution best suits your product requirements?
Liquid coating, PVD – vacuum metallisation, or an integrated technological solution?
Liquid coating enables the implementation of various colour shades, finishing looks, and functional surface properties, adapted to the technical, functional, and aesthetic requirements of the product.
The process is suitable for prototype production, low-volume production, and serial production, and allows for a high degree of flexibility according to application requirements and intended conditions of use.
By applying a thin layer of aluminium, it is possible to achieve an authentic high-gloss metallic appearance in with various decorative effects.
The process is suitable for industrial applications, and for applications with higher requirements regarding abrasion resistance, chemicals, and environmental influences, it is supplemented with appropriately selected protective coatings as needed.
The integration of liquid coating and PVD – vacuum metallisation combines the advantages of both technologies and enables surface finishing adapted to the aesthetic, functional, and technical requirements of the product.
In combination with appropriately selected protective coatings, the surface can achieve improved abrasion resistance, resistance to chemicals and environmental influences, and enables additional functional properties according to application requirements, while maintaining the desired decorative appearance.
The process is suitable for demanding industrial applications where, in addition to aesthetic appearance, functionality, surface durability, and operational reliability under the intended conditions of use are also key.
Functional coatings and special solutions
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Antibacterial
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Medical, food-processing and sanitary industries |
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Antistatic / ESD
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Protection of sensitive electronic components against electrostatic discharge |
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Protective coatings
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Enhanced surface protection against abrasion, environmental influences and mechanical stress |
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Soft-touch
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Aesthetic, functional and tactile surface properties |
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Visual effects / finishing appearance
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Metallic, pearl, fluorescent effects and other special colour finishes |
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Electrically conductive
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Functional surfaces with controlled electrical conductivity |
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Coatings with enhanced resistance
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Resistance to mechanical stress, chemicals, UV radiation and moisture |
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EMI shielding (Faraday effect)
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Functional surfaces for reducing electromagnetic interference and protecting electronic components (EMI shielding) |