Galvanic: high-quality surface treatments
Galvanic process: how it works
The galvanic process involves immersing objects in galvanic baths, where thin layers of metal are deposited. During the process, an electric current is applied between the object and the metal intended for deposition, allowing a uniform coating to form. This method is ideal for galvanizing metal surfaces, enhancing their corrosion resistance and aesthetic appearance.
LEM offers galvanic treatments with Nickel or Nickel-free options on metals, providing safe solutions for applications where skin contact is a determining factor. Materials suitable for galvanizing include steel, iron, copper, zamak, brass, and many others.
Galvanic treatments advantages
Galvanic technology is used to coat metals with a protective and decorative layer, enhancing both their durability and aesthetic appeal. Through advanced galvanization processes, LEM provides high-quality coatings for industries such as design, fashion, and manufacturing, where both appearance and longevity are crucial. Our galvanic treatments offer superior protection against corrosion and wear, extending the lifespan and maintaining the quality of treated materials.
CORROSION PROTECTION
Galvanic coatings create a protective barrier against oxidation and harsh environmental conditions, significantly extending material lifespan.
ENHANCED DURABILITY
Treated metals exhibit superior resistance to wear, friction, and mechanical stress, making them ideal for demanding applications.
WIDE RANGE OF FINISHES
Our galvanic treatments provide high-end decorative finishes, such as gold, palladium, and ruthenium, offering a luxurious and refined look.
VERSATILITY
Galvanic technology allows for the treatment of various materials and complex geometries, making it suitable for industries like fashion, design, and furniture.
CUSTOMIZATION
We offer tailor-made solutions, with different base metal coatings (copper, nickel, and bronze) and precious metal finishes (gold, palladium, ruthenium), customizable in terms of color and thickness.
COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS
LEM ensures compliance with environmental standards, integrating advanced recycling systems and wastewater purification technologies into its galvanic operations.
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LEM’s galvanic finishes
LEM offers a wide selection of high-quality galvanic finishes, crafted with precious materials and fully compliant with safety and sustainability regulations. Some of our most popular finishes include:
LEM’s Galvanic Plants
LEM utilizes two automatic systems, one manual system, and one semi-automatic system to ensure high-quality galvanic coatings.
- Manual static system: requires great precision and attention from operators, who manage each stage of the process.
- Automatic static system: ideal for large-scale production, capable of creating nickel and nickel-free coatings with exceptional efficiency.
- Semi-automatic barrel system: perfect for small metal parts, ensuring maximum quality even for the smallest pieces.
Automatic galvanic systems
Discover LEM's automated galvanic systems: exceptional production capacity, Nickel-Free processing, and advanced wastewater recovery technologies.
Semi-automatic rotary barrel galvanic plant
The LEM semi-automatic rotary barrel plant ensures production efficiency and quality in precision galvanic treatments for metal small parts.
Manual galvanic plant
Discover LEM's manual galvanic plant: artisanal precision finishes for fashion, luxury, and design accessories. Customized and high-quality treatments.
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About Galvanic Treatments
Galvanic treatment is the process of coating a conductive substrate with a thin layer of metal through electrolytic deposition. This involves chemical reactions, oxidations, and reductions that are non-spontaneous. By supplying electrical energy, new chemical species, initially absent, are produced.
PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition), on the other hand, is a method for depositing thin films under vacuum conditions, based on a completely different principle from galvanic treatment. In PVD, the material is sublimated from a condensed phase into atoms or molecules and transported as vapor through a vacuum environment to the substrate (our object), where it condenses again.
The dimensions of treatable pieces depend on the type of system and the requested service. Our frames are designed to accommodate various accessory types, ensuring maximum treatment efficiency. To evaluate processing feasibility, we recommend direct consultation with our technical team.
A transparent varnish is not mandatory but can be applied upon request, depending on the product’s intended use and additional protection requirements.
The scrap rate represents the quantity of physiologically non-conforming pieces within a production process.
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PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)
Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) is an innovative process that applies thin layers of metal onto various materials. This treatment provides high resistance to wear and corrosion, making it ideal for sectors that require durability and aesthetics, such as fashion, design, and industry.
Learn more about PVD.
Vintage
The vintage treatment creates an aged effect on metal accessories, giving them a unique and sophisticated look. This process is highly sought after by luxury brands for its exclusive and distinctive character.
Learn more about the vintage treatment
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If you want to learn more about our electroplating treatments and how we can help enhance your products, contact us today. Our expert technicians are available to provide personalized consultations and tailor-made solutions.
Our company
LEM is an industrial company specialized in advanced surface treatments, including PVD and galvanic, designed for high-end sectors such as luxury, fashion, and design. With a strong focus on technological innovation and sustainability, the company has built a solid reputation through the high quality of its products and its commitment to environmental responsibility. To learn more, visit our dedicated page.
Our way of doing business
LEM takes a responsible approach at every production stage, ensuring quality, safety, and environmental respect. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in the numerous certifications we have obtained, including ISO 14001 for environmental management and SA8000 for social responsibility. Discover what it means to do business the LEM way.
LEM production process
Discover LEM’s production model, our exclusive system that ensures exceptional results, consistency, and punctuality from industrialization to delivery. LEM model’s four distinctive phases enhance the perceived quality of your products, adding value at every stage. Learn more about each phase and how it can turn your product into a recognized success.