Hübner-KTB Oberflächentechnik is a competent, reliable and certified development partner and supplier of high-quality galvanised plastic parts. With Hübner, you get the complete value chain from a single source.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
We develop and manufacture custom-fit component solutions in close cooperation with our customers.
Our end-to-end value chain of toolmaking, injection moulding, electroplating and assembly is carried out under our own responsibility. Recently we have also been able to offer painting, as we have bought a share in a painting company.
What’s the news about new products? / What are the most innovative products marketed?
ChromeTouch – Operating devices using touchscreens is now the technical standard. Couldn’t chrome parts be produced in such a way that they have a touch function? ChromeTouch is the result of this development. We have managed to give chrome-plated surfaces a function and chrome parts can now also be used as a means of control. It is conceivable that ambient lighting could be controlled directly on the component where the light is emitted. Other possible applications include the control of air conditioning, heating and window regulators.
What are the ranges of products?
We produce (galvanized) plastic parts for a wide range of industries. To put it simply, we can divide them into automotive, sanitary and consumer products.
Automotive: Elegant appearance, striking design, haptic quality – requirement profiles as defined by the automotive industry. Technical functional parts, surface parts and complete assemblies are manufactured for the automotive industry and its system suppliers. Hübner-KTB Oberflächentechnik GmbH stands for professional, durable and well thought-out innovations and production processes, both for metallising and chrome-plating plastic parts. The advantages are manifold. A low weight, insensitivity to corrosion and a comprehensive elimination of mechanical surface treatment. The chrome plating of plastic parts in electroplating plants is now the manufacturing process that no one can do without. The areas of application for chrome-plated plastics are for example: buttons, knobs, trims and switches. With the innovative day and night design technologies developed in-house, we combine the high-quality real metal surface with the possibilities of light. This enables the illumination of symbols as well as the combination of ambient lighting with our chrome parts.
Sanitary: Modern, classic or extravagant designs are just as much a part of the requirement profiles of sanitary customers as good handling and cleaning properties and durability under demanding conditions.
Hübner-KTB Oberflächentechnik GmbH produces customised components and complete solutions for showers, bathrooms and toilets. We help to ensure that sanitary components not only look shiny but are also characterised by scratch- and chemical-resistant surfaces. High-quality galvanised WC push plates, shower heads and siphons are in daily use in both the private and commercial sectors all over the world. Our customer base includes well-known companies in the industry.
You too can get your custom-fit component with a perfect surface finish from Hübner-KTB Oberflächentechnik GmbH.
Advantages of chrome-plated sanitaryware:
- wide range of surface finishes and colour variations (polished chrome, brushed nickel, matt/shiny gold and many more.)
- durability (resistance to moisture, chemicals and wear)
- comfortable grip surface
Consumption: Striking product design, low component weight, scratch-resistant surfaces, cost-effective series production – high demands placed on consumer goods.
Hübner-KTB Oberflächentechnik GmbH produces customised components or complete solutions for all consumer goods sectors. The plastic injection-moulded components and electroplated surfaces meet the demand for high-quality, functional as well as cost-effective goods. All over the world, the buttons, knobs, handles, lids, trims and frames we produce for household or electrical appliances are touched, pressed and demanded without damage.
Industry sectors of galvanised plastic components:
- electrical industry (housings, connectors and switches, etc.)
- household appliances (refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers, microwaves, etc.)
- furniture industry (decorative and connecting elements, handles, mouldings)
- sports and leisure equipment (bicycles, fitness equipment, toys, outdoor equipment)
At what stage is the market where you are currently active?
This is difficult to generalize, as our products are represented in a wide variety of industries. Of course, we also notice whether the automotive industry is doing well or badly, but we are generally very satisfied with the current order situation and are well positioned thanks to our broad diversification and innovations.
What can you tell us about market trends?
The trend in plastic parts is actually the same as in almost every other industry. Standing still is a step backwards and you run the risk of losing touch with the market. It is essential to be able to constantly offer new design possibilities, to keep quality at the highest level and to adapt to the wishes of customers or to show them ways of implementing their projects.
What estimations do you have for 2023?
Our expectations remain the same throughout the year and are always directed at ourselves first: Highest quality – continuous improvement – offering our customers the best possible service. Thank you for having us.