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There is a reason why Columbia Chemical remains strong, innovative, well-respected, and is continuing forward on a path of growth in an industry that has seen its share of change, instability, consolidation, loss of service, and lack of technical support.

Many shops have figured it out in the past few years and have discovered the difference.

If you have not already talked to us about your chemistry needs, challenges, and desire for better service, it’s time. ⌚

 


Announcing New Business Collaboration for the U.S. Market

Columbia Chemical and Yuken Group (Yuken Industry Co., Ltd. and YUKEN America, Inc.) have announced a recent business collaboration designed to better serve the needs of the U.S. market. Yuken products will now be available through Columbia Chemical for customers throughout the United States.

Under the agreement, the operational functions which have been previously carried out by YUKEN America — including manufacturing, sales, marketing, and technical services — will be transferred to Columbia Chemical. YUKEN Group will (read more)

 


Sulfate-Based Trivalent System

Columbia Chemical continues to build on our Decorative trivalent plating expertise led by renowned expert Mark Schario and his R&D team. Don’t miss our technical presentation on Tuesday led by R&D Chemist Steven Smith, then stop by booth 823 to talk with us about our TriCOL Glacier Select sulfate-based trivalent system.


Not all Torque Tension Modifiers are created equal

Our line of torque tension modifiers meets or exceeds the specifications for GMW 3044, GMW 4700, GMW 3200, GMW 16730, JDM F15, FCA PS-8956, PS.50031 D, MS-4592 and more. Click here to view.

 


NEW! Ask the Expert Resource Page

Our team of experts have spent decades in the industry, honing their skills from the ground up in every aspect of surface finishing. There is very little they have not encountered as they have personally and collectively solved plating problems for customers all over the world. The depth of knowledge gained through the years make them some of the foremost experts in their areas.

Responding to the call from the industry to address the need to strengthen the knowledge base in the next generation, Columbia Chemical has created a comprehensive Ask the Expert Resource reference page.   It contains a variety of links and downloadable resources developed by our experts and is provided as part of our commitment to sharing our expertise and helping the industry access valuable information to help ensure a solid foundation for surface finishing knowledge exists in the future. Click here for more info.


Expanding OEM Approvals

Columbia Chemical continues to add to its OEM approvals, with recent additions including zinc-nickel chemistry approvals from GMW for fasteners per GMW Type B Code G Clear, GMX Type B Code G Black, and GMW 16730. Click here to view our updated list of OEM Approvals.