{"id":35618,"date":"2025-06-13T16:56:58","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T14:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olikrom.com\/?page_id=35618"},"modified":"2025-06-13T16:56:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T14:56:58","slug":"visiokrom-the-colored-additive-for-visualizing-anticorrosion-treatments","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.olikrom.com\/en\/visiokrom-additive-anticorrosion-treatments\/","title":{"rendered":"VisioKrom\u00ae, the colored additive for visualizing anticorrosion treatments"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The simple, effective control solution for
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Discover VisioKrom\u00ae, the colored additive developed by OliKrom to improve the visualization and traceability of industrial processes. Custom-formulated, it enables immediate visual control of areas treated<\/strong> with colorless anticorrosion, without disrupting technical performance.<\/p>\n

A simple, reliable solution compatible with industrial requirements<\/strong> for aeronautics, energy, transport and much more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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<\/a>A product designed for a wide range of industrial practices<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Aeronautics, Space & Defense<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In these demanding sectors, every surface treatment operation<\/strong> requires rigorous traceability. VisioKrom\u00ae provides fast, reliable assurance<\/strong> that the area to be treated prior to assembly has been covered, avoiding any critical omissions. It also facilitates operations in complex environments.<\/p>\n

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Railway & automotive industry<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

On maintenance lines or during equipment refurbishments, VisioKrom\u00ae is used to validate the application phases<\/strong> of anticorrosion treatment products and the traceability of protected metal parts<\/strong>. It provides an effective visual reference, guaranteeing the quality of the deposit without altering the materials.<\/p>\n

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Industrial maintenance<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In the industrial environment, VisioKrom\u00ae is a fast, easy-to-use control tool<\/strong> for effectively verifying the application of treatments. Post-intervention verification, rework detection, predictive maintenance: it reduces the risk of human error and facilitates the inspection of completed operations.<\/p>\n

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Discover VisioKrom\u00ae technology, its history and its use in industry<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Background & history<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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The VisioKrom\u00ae project<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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<\/a>A complete turnkey solution for a long-standing industrial need<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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Chrome 6: the historical benchmark<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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For many years, the fight against aluminum alloy corrosion<\/strong> has been based on chemical conversion surface treatments.<\/p>\n

For decades, hexavalent chromium (Cr6+) has been the benchmark for anticorrosion protection of aluminum alloys, notably via chemical conversion treatments such as Alodine 1200.<\/p>\n

Its advantage: excellent corrosion resistance and electrical continuity between contacting surfaces. Another major advantage was its characteristic yellow coloring<\/strong>, enabling quick and easy visual inspection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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In 2006, European REACH regulations<\/strong> imposed the phasing-out of hexavalent chromium due to its high toxicity. Classified as CMR (Carcinogenic, Mutagenic and Reprotoxic), Cr6+ represents a major risk to human health and the environment.<\/p>\n

Aujourd\u2019hui, les nouveaux traitements anticorrosion \u00e0 base de Chrome 3+ sont conformes aux normes environnementales. Ils pr\u00e9sentent toutefois l\u2019inconv\u00e9nient d\u2019\u00eatre incolores, rendant donc les contr\u00f4les qualit\u00e9 visuels plus difficiles.<\/p>\n

Comment s\u2019assurer que la pi\u00e8ce a bien \u00e9t\u00e9 trait\u00e9e ? Comment valider le niveau de d\u00e9p\u00f4t ?<\/span><\/strong>
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<\/a>VisioKrom\u00ae: the intelligent response to a concrete industrial need<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>
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VisioKrom\u00ae was born of a concrete need observed in the field: how to visually and quickly ensure that a treatment has been applied correctly? In many industrial sectors, Chrome 3-based treatments<\/strong> are colorless and invisible once applied. This complicates the validation of operations and can lead to errors or non-conformities.<\/p>\n

OliKrom is therefore initiating a research program to develop a colored additive formulated to be added to chemical conversion treatments without altering their properties. To move from laboratory to industrial scale, OliKrom launched the DANCO program<\/strong> (D<\/strong>etection of the Application of an AN<\/strong>tiCO<\/strong>rrosion surface treatment), supported by the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region. This collaborative project brings together three regional companies: OliKrom, SECO (Aegis Group) and THALES DMS. The aim is to offer the aerospace industry a concrete solution for securing the quality control of chrome-free conversion treatments.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>The history of VisioKrom\u00ae<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Before 2020<\/strong>: Identification of needs in the field with several manufacturers. Literature review on Chrome 6: over 5 years of research in our R&D laboratories.<\/span><\/p>\n

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2020<\/strong>: Laboratory-scale proof of concept in collaboration with Thales DMS<\/span><\/p>\n

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2023<\/strong>: Move to individual pilot and industrial-scale testing to develop a colored additive formulated to be added to chemical conversion treatments without altering their properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

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2023<\/strong>: Launch of the DANCO program alongside SECO (Aegis Group) and THALES DMS, a program supported by the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region.<\/span><\/p>\n

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2025<\/strong>: Industrial validation of VisioKrom\u00ae , our colored additive, by SECO and L'Electrolyse, and marketing of our solution. VisioKrom\u00ae sets out to conquer the international aerospace and military markets.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Find out more about our VisioKrom\u00ae product and all the technical information on our admixture.<\/p>\n

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A solution designed and manufactured in France<\/h3>\n

VisioKrom\u00ae technology is designed, formulated and produced at our Pessac<\/strong> plant<\/strong> in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. This choice guarantees our customers complete traceability, optimum responsiveness and controlled quality. Made in France is at the heart of OliKrom's approach, in a spirit of proximity, innovation and industrial sovereignty.<\/p>\n

La technologie VisioKrom\u00ae est con\u00e7ue, formul\u00e9e et produite dans notre usine de Pessac en Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Ce choix garantit \u00e0 nos clients une tra\u00e7abilit\u00e9 compl\u00e8te, une r\u00e9activit\u00e9 optimale et une qualit\u00e9 ma\u00eetris\u00e9e. Le Made in France est au c\u0153ur de la d\u00e9marche d'OliKrom, dans un esprit de proximit\u00e9, d'innovation et de souverainet\u00e9 industrielle.<\/p>\n

When you choose VisioKrom\u00ae, you're opting for reliable, controlled technology<\/strong>, 100% Made in France, dedicated to industrial performance and safety.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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