A regional operation turned into a global medium-sized company with more than 60 own sales offices and professional representations.
Umicore Galvanotechnik is a recognized and leading producer of decorative and functional coating processes mainly for the electronic-, communications-, automobile- and jewelry industry. Precious metal and non-precious metal electrolytes for the improvement of technical features or optical aspects are developed and produced. The product line is round off by precious metal preparations and dimensionally stable anode and cathode systems. The worldwide sales and service network ensures nationwide support for customers and business partners.
This year, the Gmuend based electroplating experts celebrated its 125^th anniversary, a perfect occasion for a glimpse into the past and the future. Continue reading… →

Doctor of Science, Professor, Head of the Department of Electrochemical Engineering of the Mendeleyev University of Chemical Technology

Vladimir Kudryavtsev was born in Moscow on May 24, 1935 in an academic family. His father , Nikolay T Kudryavtsev, Dr. Sci. Professor was a prominent scientist in the field of electrochemical engineering, especially in electroplating , and at that time he was a Head of the Department of Electrochemical Engineering at the Mendeleyev Institute of Chemical Technology (now – Mendeleyev University). His experience, close cooperation with soviet plating industries turned to be powerful attraction for his son and for his choice of his future. Continue reading… →