evolve BOND™
evolve BOND™ is a production proven, hexavalent chromium-free etching process for plating on plastics, that offers an environmentally sustainable solution for the full supply chain including applicators, Tier 1s, and manufacturers.
Industries Served
Features & Benefits
- Hexavalent chromium- and PFAS-free
- Superior adhesion
- Excellent optical appearance
- Versatile process cycle
- Compatible with the conventional metallization cycle
- Simple process control
- Resistance to rack metallization
- High stability
Sustainability
We are committed to delivering safe and sustainable pre-treatment solutions for plating on plastics applications. Our innovative technologies offer safe, reliable, and future-focused Cr(VI)-free etching solutions that meet today's regulatory requirements while preparing you for the future.
Process Steps
| evolve BOND™ Pre-Etch | Prepares the plastic surface and ensuring uniform pre-etching |
| evolve BOND™ Etch | Ensures maximum adhesion of the subsequent metallic layers |
| evolve BOND™ Neutralizer | Removes any trace of etching solution from the fully water-wetted surface of the plastic substrate |
| evolve BOND™ Protect | Prevents rack metallization, used in the plating line |
| evolve BOND™ Conditioner | Palladium adsorption promoter |
| evolve™ Activator | A stable colloidal palladium activator catalyzing rapid coverage by an electroless nickel deposit |
| evolve™ Accelerator | Exposes the activator core, ensuring rapid initiation in the electroless process |
| evolve™ Electroless Nickel | Highly stable system depositing a conductive nickel layer in preparation for electroplating |
Sustainability has never looked so bright
evolve™ and evolve BOND™ processes successfully replace conventional etching chemistry and meet current and pending environmental regulations. These processes improve worker safety and deliver high-quality finishes, all while reducing worries about supply chain sustainability.