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CORP OR AT E OVERVIEWWHEREART MEETSTECHNOLOGY
Who We AreChromaflo Technologies is the largest independent global colorant and colorsystem provider to the coatings and thermoset plastics markets. Originallycreated through the merger of the Colortrend and Plasticolors businesses in2012, our diverse product technologies and custom manufacturing capabilitiesprovide color solutions to meet the most complex requirements.Chromaflo Technologies has a tremendous portfolio of technology - the broadestin the industries we serve. Our well recognized brands serve a host of endmarkets and applications and are supported by our global commercial andoperational footprint. Wherever your business is located, Chromaflo Technologieshas the expertise to serve the color requirements of the coatings and thermosetplastics needs of your business.Our HistoryThe history of Colortrend and Plasticolors illustrates how both developed intomarket leaders in colorants and color systems.The Colortrend Group has a rich history in the coatings industry that dates back to1929. Over the years, the Colortrend Group has been on the cutting edge of coloranttechnology as a leader in the industrial and decorative coatings markets. Milestonesinclude the first decorative Point-of-Sale color system that featured take-home colorchips for the consumer, the first color system for tinting industrial coatings and ourfirst-to-market introduction of low-VOC colorant technology.Plasticolors , Inc. was founded in 1970 in Ashtabula, Ohio. Colorants and chemicaldispersions were developed to support the thermoset plastics market with aspecific focus on custom color science and product development. This broadrange of colorant technologies includes colorants and dispersions for unsaturatedpolyester, polyurethane and epoxy applications. In the late1990s, Plasticolors , Inc.ventured into colorants for paints and coatings.
The coatings business grew quickly through the development of high-qualityVISIONTo be the premier providerof global coloranttechnology solutionscolorants for water-based, epoxy, polyester, polyether polyol, polyaspartic, polyuria,castor oil, mineral oil, UV cure and IR Reflective coatings. Emphasis on specializedcustomer requirements through custom product development, blended colorants andtoll manufacturing drove growth in the Plasticolors business.CPS Color OY was part of Tikkurila until 2000 when it was sold to Industri Kapital andMISSIONTo build stakeholder value bydelivering colorant technologysolutions in innovative andcost effective waysbecame an independent colorant supplier. In 2002, CPS Color acquired Corob andbecame one of the largest colorant and equipment suppliers in Europe. The companyalso supplied colorants and equipment into the Americas and the Asia-Pacific region.In 2013, Chromaflo and the colorant division from CPS Color combined to createone of the leading independent global colorant system platforms worldwide. Thiscontinued to expand Chromaflo's reach, serving customers in the architectural andindustrial coatings and thermoset plastic markets. The combination of the twoVALUESentities strengthened manufacturing capabilities, broadened technological offerings Customer intimacy andpartnershipand expanded the organization’s global footprint to further enhance our strong Quality, speed and serviceIn 2017, Chromaflo acquired the Elementis Specialties Tint-Ayd colorant line Operational flexibilityand select Dapro driers. This acquisition increased our customers' options and Collaborative and learningenvironment Integrity and respect Passion and energy Accountability,empowermentand resourcefulness Cultural diversitycustomer focus.strengthened our support of the industrial coatings and architectural paint markets.Chromaflo completed its next acquisition in 2018, as the Central de ColoresPlásticos (CECOPLAS) brand joined the family of companies. In the transaction,Chromaflo acquired CECOPLAS’ pigment dispersion business along with its facilityin Querétaro, Mexico. This acquisition strengthened our service of the Mexicanmarket by extending our offering of high-quality colorants and additives in theAmericas' market.Going forward, we plan to continue making acquisitions to further extendour product offerings, develop our technology portfolio and increase ourcustomers' options.Key ValuesWe solve our customers’ most complex color and appearance challenges,applying the right blend of skill and craftsmanship. Our strong commitment toproduct quality and customer satisfaction is driven by our focus on each of ourthree core values: quality, speed and service. The timeline below highlightsChromaflo's long commitment to innovation as the market leader in coloranttechnologies and systems.
Chromaflo has rich history of innovating and presenting new products tothe industrial, architectural and thermoset industries on a global scale.Technology Timeline19521966Colortrend 888 Line created (First Universalcolorant for Point-of-Sale tinting)1950’s1960’s19701970Plasticolors brandestablished1980Introduced DH and PF Line phthalate freeplasticizer-based dispersionsFirst European decorativetinting system19721974UCD Colorantsbrand established1970’s19811980’s1994Monicolor A Universal ColorantDecorative Paints (APE, VOC 400g/L, POS)19961st generation Low-VOC universalcolorants (US and Europe)1990’s20002000’sIntroduced CAB seriescellulose acetate butyratedispersions for automotiverefinish paint20142000’sUni-Cal 866 first Universal Color System for tintingsolvent–containing industrial coatings2003Colortrend 803 colorantsare the 1st true low-VOC,reduced APE universalcolorants, including highstrength versionsIntroduced new, ultra-low-VOCwaterborne in-plant Colortrend 871GTS colorants for polyester gel coatsand DTP non-phthalate colorants.2004201519831997Introduced exempt solvent-basedcolorants for industrial depot andin-plant tinting, UCD VXS2004Introduced IRR technologyfor industrial-basedcoatings (for several lines,primarily 50-990 products)201819751986Temacolor T solvent-borne ColorantIndustrial Coatings Aromatic Solvents(VOC 600 g/L, POS, In-Plant)Monicolor C Universal ColorantDecorative Paints (reduced APE &low-VOC [ 1g/L], POS)Introduced ACCUMAG thickener technology forSMC marketIntroduced thickeners for SMCmarket. Plastigel (PG) paved theway for Accumag product line.Chroma-Chem 844 line (First universalsolvent for volumetric tinting)Introduced conductivetechnology for thermosets.(HC products with conductivesynergist for polyester,polyurethane and epoxy.)1999Launched MMEA thickenertechnology for the SMC market,enabling greater flexibility incompound thickening.2006Introduced urethane-based dispersions(DR colorants). Later developed DL, DM,PF, LDR and ZLDR using unique carriersfor each line.1988Aqua-Chem 896 First Volumetrictinting of water-borne industrial coatingsTemacolor S solvent-borne colorantindustrial coatings aromatic free (VOC 300 g/L, POS, In-Plant)20051976Synermix productslaunched, customadditives designedto address specificthermoset needs.2019Novapint D water-borne ColorantFaçade Product (reduced APE, VOC150 g/L, In- Plant)UVSolutions colorants launched,extending outdoor durability ofpolyester composites20072009Colortrend 807/808 HPLow-VOC, reduced APEUniversal ColorantsIntroduced new Chroma-ChemFLV series of 100% solids colorantsspecifically formulated for highsolids flooring applications.
Architectural CoatingsChromaflo Technologies offers a broad range of universal and water-basedcolorants for point of sale and in-plant tinting of architectural coatings, soldunder the COLORTREND brand.Our broad portfolio of chemistries and colorant products offers superior performancein areas such as exterior durability, opacity and color space coverage and can beoptimized for a wide range of applications. We were first to market with Low-VOCcolorant technologies and remain the independent, global leader in formulatingPrimaryApplications Interior and Exteriorarchitectural paintscolorant solutions for your architectural paints and coatings. Synthetic Stucco andFaçade SystemsThese water-based colorants come in a wide range of inorganic pigments. Point of Sale tintingCOLORTREND colorants provide minimal impact on viscosity, hydrophobicityand water permeability.In addition, these colorants meet the highest requirements for water repellenceand weather fastness. They are also calibrated by weight and volume to fit in-plantcolor tinting systems.Other significant architectural brands under the Colortrend umbrella include theMonicolor line of colorants.Custom Solutions for Your NeedsBased on our experience with thousands of customers in nearly 100 countries, we canmeet the most demanding requests. We know customized solutions are the key to yoursuccess. In-plant tinting
Industrial CoatingsChromaflo Technologies offers a wide range of high-performance colorantsand color systems for industrial applications. The liquid resin-based 100%solids, solvent-based, water-based and chip dispersions are sold under theCHROMA-CHEM brand.Our colorant lines range from broadly compatible universal systems tospecialized systems designed for specific resin systems or applications.Our colorants are designed for use in most solvent-based, water-basedor 100% solids liquid industrial coatings.Chromaflo's industrial technologies provide colorant systems geared towardsalmost every industrial coating and every tinting method.To ensure consistent quality, our colorants are tightly controlled for colorstrength and viscosity. This control allows for reproducible color matches in theplant or at a customer tinting center.Other significant industrial brands include the Temacolor, Tint-Ayd andUCD line of colorants.Custom Solutions for Your NeedsWe focus on tailoring our colorants and color system solutions to achieveoptimum balance between color space coverage and the specific performancerequirements of your coating. Joint development is the key to success inthe industrial area.PrimaryApplications Industrial paint &coatings Protective and marinecoatings Wood and furniturecoatings Automotive refinish Automotive plastic &trim paint Non-automotive OEMpaint Adhesives & sealants
Thermoset PlasticsChromaflo offers a wide range of accurate and consistent colorant products forthermosets applications, backed by more than 40 years of experience.As experts in color science and chemical dispersion technology, we create value for ourcustomers by delivering products and solutions to meet your unique color, performanceand cost specifications.To ensure the highest standards of quality, we develop all of your products with the aidPrimaryApplications Polyester SMC/BMCof our broad development and testing capabilities in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Polyurethane molding,cast, foam, RIMBuilding Composites Together PultrusionWe utilize innovative technology to provide application-specific colorants for the highest Caulks, Sealants& Adhesivesperforming thermosets. We partner with our clients to deliver high performancecomposites that offer excellent compatibility and color control alongside durable androbust performance.Custom Color ScienceIn addition to our standard products, Chromaflo continuously develops new colorantand chemical products as customer needs arise. Through our range of custom colormatching services, we work closely with you to create a finished product for yourspecific market segment or application. Flexible PVC Epoxy Cast
TINTING SOFTWARE FOR POSComplete Tinting Control at Your FingertipsThe quality of color depends on the people and technology that create it. Now there’s a software solution thatoffers the perfect blend of artistic understanding and advanced technology. Innovatint Point of Sale software ispart of our totally integrated approach that ensures perfect performance and control throughout the completescience and tinting process. It makes ordering colors quicker and more efficient, opening up sales opportunitiesand improving customer service. And with the ability to analyze tinting and sales data in real time, it can help youcontrol your business like never before.Capture market dataon colors and productssold, colorant usageand customersPredict markettrends, adjust yourstrategy and optimizeyour portfolioShare knowledgeeasily, internally,and betweenstoresOptimize staffingwith only twominutes of trainingneededFlexible orderhandling withtinting queuefeatureAccess to customerorder history andunlimited colorformulasTINTING SOFTWARE FOR LABSColor Science with Advanced Database ManagementThere’s an art to color science. It requires the right mix of skill and technology to solve the most complex colorchallenges. Now there’s lab software that uses the latest techniques in characterization and color science toproduce highly accurate results. What’s more, with advanced management tools it also makes building andsharing databases quick and simple. Innovatint controls everything from products and colors to prices and accessrights. In combination with the online module, this information can be gathered and shared. The sophisticatedstatistics module offers the option to analyze customer and sales data by store, or a group of stores. All theseactions can be done in real time. Gain insights into customers and color trends and stay ahead of the competition.Control your totaldatabase on storelevel by the clickof a mouseLEARN MORE ATConsistent andaccuratecharacterizationand color scienceinnovatint.comStore an unlimitedamount of formulasand selections foreach storeControl yourinformation andeasily import/exportdatabases
Knowledge and ExperienceOur teams of technical specialists are based in our state of theart laboratories located across the globe and have expertise inthe following areas:Color andAppearance Science Research and Portable ColorSpectrophotometers Multi-Angle SpectrophotometerAcceleratedWeathering Xenon Arc and QUV Saltspray –Condensation Test Gloss Meters Pneumatic Test Panel SprayerPhysicalAnalysis Particle SizeMolecularSpectroscopy Rheology Fourier TransformInfrared Spectroscopy(FTIR) and microscopy Optical Microscopy UV-Vis Spectroscopy High Resolution Digital Imaging(3D Topographical Mapping) Mass SpectrometryChromatography Gel Permeation Chromatography Gas Chromatography - MassSpectrometry (GC-MS) withSPME (VOC capability) High Performance LiquidChromatography (HPLC)ThermalAnalysis Differential ScanningCalorimetry (DSC) ThermogravimetricAnalyzer (TGA) Pyrolysis GasChromatography
Support and ServicesChromaflo Technologies offers a full range of services to our customers. Asexperts in color development services and chemical dispersion science, weProduct DevelopmentServicesalso customize products to fit your unique requirements. Differentiation is key,whether in color space, performance or cost. We are here to help you deliveryour value proposition related to color solutions for architectural coatings, industrialcoatings or thermoset plastics.We will work closely with you to learn about your specific requirements and offersolutions that not only meet your technical needs, but are also backed with theassurance that the finished product will meet your expectations for quality and value.To ensure the highest quality possible, products are rigorously tested in ourstate-of-the-art laboratories to consistently meet the product's tight specifications.Superior customer service and technical service are core principles at ChromafloTechnologies.MerchandisingChromaflo Technologies offers solutions to meet your color merchandising needs.Whether it’s a turn-key, Industrial color system or a more customized application,we provide merchandising solutions for any application or any budget. Ourcomprehensive offering includes fan decks, color cards and an Industrial colorvisualizer.For Architectural color, we offer our Vivid Expressions 480-color collection fan deckthat contains some of the brightest, most saturated colors in the industry. Custom color scienceservices. We workclosely with you toprovide color accuracyand formulary support. Analytical support.Problem solving,failure analysis, andproduct developmentincluding pigmentanalysis, Total SolarReflectance (TSR) andVOC measurements. Custom packaging.In addition to a widevariety of standardpackaging, we meetyour needs by offeringcustom packagingoptions. Private labeling.Unique labeling is agrowing trend and wepartner with you to getthere. Toll manufacturing.Our manufacturingfacilities utilize a widearray of processingequipment capable ofefficiently handling amultitude of materialsand batch sizes. Technical services.Problem solving,technical direction,customer support,and new productdevelopment.
AMERICASHEADQUARTERSChromaflo Technologies Corp2600 Michigan AveP. O. Box 816Ashtabula, Ohio 44005 USAPhone 440-997-5137Chromaflo Technologies Corp.Quality620 Shepherd DriveLockland, OH 45215 USAPhone 513-733-5111Product quality is driven from design through manufacturing and final inspection. Our qualityChromaflo Technologies Canadacontrol departments are equipped to handle both common and custom specifications.235 Orenda Rd.Brampton, ON L6T 1E6 CanadaPhone 905-451-3810Chromaflo Technologies Brasil LtdaAl. Juarí, 549We can routinely integrate customer-specific testing methods for custom products. Thistranslates to total support of critical aspects of your product.Cep: 06460-090 – Barueri – São Paulo – BrazilChromaflo Technologies' manufacturing facilities are certified to site-specific ISO standards,Phone: 55 11 2078 – 0700including 9001, 14001 and 45001.Chromaflo de México S. de R.L. de C.V.Av. del Marqués No. 62Parque Industrial Bernardo QuintanaEl Marqués, Querétaro, C.P. 76246Global PlatformASIA PACIFICChromaflo Technologies Australia Pty Ltd30-32 Commercial DriveDandenong Victoria 3175 AustraliaOur growing and expanding global platform provides greater support, security of supplyand value for our customers.Phone 613 9703-8888Chromaflo Technologies (M) Sdn BhdLot 622, Lebuh Raja Lumu,Vantaa,FinlandPandamaran Industrial Estate,42000 Port Klang, Selangor, Darul Ehsan MalaysiaPhone 603 3163 1018Chromaflo Technologies China Mfg. Ltd.No. 655, ShenFu RoadXinZhuang Industrial ZoneShanghai, 201108 P.R. ChinaPhone 86 21 2416 9200Herentals,BelgiumBrampton, Ont.,CanadaAshtabula, OH,USALockland, OH,USATaloja, Raigad District,Maharashtra, State India 410208Phone 91 22 27403456Chromaflo Technologies S. Africa Pty MexicoChromaflo Technologies India Pvt LtdJ-15 Taloja MIDCSittard,NetherlandsMumbai,IndiaCHROMAFLO FACILITIESProduction facilityToll manufacturingR&D/technical serviceSalesKuala Lumpur,MalaysiaSão Paulo,BrazilJohannesburg,South AfricaDandenong,AustraliaHeadquarters17 Crusher RoadCrown Ext. 3, AmalgamJohannesburg 2095, South AfricaPhone 27 11 084 1600EUROPEChromaflo Technologies Europe B.V.Nusterweg 986136 KV Sittard, NetherlandsPhone 31 46 4570100Chromaflo Technologies B.V.P.O. Box 809,6130 AV Sittard Ankerkade 1016222 NL Maastricht, NetherlandsPhone 31 43 3527700Chromaflo Technologies Finland Group OyHeidehofintie 6, FI-01300 VantaaP.O. Box 42, FI-01301 VantaaPhone 358 207 188 000This information and all further technical advice is based on our present knowledge and experience. However, it implies no liability or otherlegal responsibility on our part, including with regard to existing third-party intellectual property rights, especially patent rights. In particular,no warranty, whether express or implied, or guarantee of product properties in the legal sense is intended or implied. We reserve the right tomake any changes according to technological progress or further developments. The customer is not released from the obligation to conductcareful inspection and testing of incoming goods. Performance of the product described herein should be verified by testing, which shou
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