The Group
STI Surface
Hartchrome AG Plating | STI Group
Excellence in functional surfaces, from Switzerland to the world.
Our strength
Innovation
at the service of industry
Far more than a service provider, STI Group is a solutions partner. Our state-of-the-art facilities enable us to process:
- High-volume serial production parts
- Complex-geometry components
- Series parts, in large quantities
- Very large components
Every technical challenge is an opportunity to innovate.
Our
markets
STI Group works with the most demanding players in global industry:
- Automotive and powertrain
- Paper, printing and film
- Shipbuilding
- Food processing
- Aerospace and defence
- Industrial construction
- Power generation
- Textile and foil
Why choose
STI Group
« Global expertise, tailored solutions »
- International expertise – A global presence supporting your local projects
- International expertise – Equipment designed for the most complex industrial challenges
- Responsiveness – Tailored solutions, delivered on your timeline
- Certified quality – Rigorous standards for the most demanding industries
1957
Hartchrom AG founded by Théo Keel.
2000
Start of aeronautics operations: Acquisition of two sites in France: Arudy and Oloron.
2011
Acquisition of Avia Peinture, specializing in painting and assembly processes.
Acquisition of the Saint-Martin-de-Seignanx site, specializing in liquid painting for metal and composite parts.
2021
Prodec Métal, the European leader in decorative surface treatment for aircraft interiors, relocates to Arudy.
2022
Opening of the SURTIP site in Portugal.