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We provide thin-film coating services worldwide

Ionbond provides thin-film coating services and operates worldwide. Its coatings are used to improve durability, quality, functionality, efficiency and aesthetics of tools and components. Our portfolio includes PVD, PACVD, CVD, CVA and CVI technologies, including a broad range of DLC coatings.

Over 50 years of experience in coating technology

Our global and regional experts are here to support you with state-of-the-art knowledge so that we can deliver world-class products to you wherever you are.

Innovative standard and customized PVD, CVD, and PACVD coating solutions

We are always eager to take on your challenging, highly specialized coating applications to serve you with the solution you looking for.

Extensive world wide network in Europe, North America and Asia

Benefit from our extensive network with over 30 coating centers in 15 countries.

Coating service portfolio for specific markets

Cutting Tools coating solutions | Ionbond

Cutting tools

State-of-the-art coatings for high-speed steels (HSS) and cemented carbide cutting tools

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Coating solutions for forming and molding tools | Ionbond

Forming and Molding Tools

Improve productivity, maintain excellent product quality and minimize scrap rate

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Industrial components coating solutions | Ionbond

Components

Boosting the performance of components for industrial machinery

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Aerospace coating solutions | Ionbond

Aerospace

Enhance performance, decrease operation costs and push application limits

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Automotive coating solutions | Ionbond

Automotive

Empowering sustainable future mobility with low-friction and wear-resistant coating solutions

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Decorative sanitary coating solutions

Decorative

High quality decorative coatings to ensure perfect appearance in extreme environments

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Medical coating solutions | Ionbond

Coating for medical

Biocompatible certified medical coatings

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Coating solutions for Fuel Cells | Ionbond

Fuel Cells & Electrolyzers

Superior, reliable and low-cost coatings for metallic bipolar plates

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Coating solutions for food contact applications | Ionbond

Food contact

Safe and hard high-performance coatings for food processing

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World Globe

Europe, North America & Asia

Extensive worldwide network

Benefit from our extensive worldwide network and our wide experience in coating technology which is available from each of our service centers.

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Coatings
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Introducing Olive Drap Green

A bold new PVD coating for extreme conditions

Responding to market demand for durability and style under the toughest conditions, Ionbond proudly unveils its latest decorative color: Olive Drap Green (ODG) PVD coating for metal substrates.

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Events
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Ionbond's 2025 highlights

As the year closes, we take a clear look at what we achieved together. We value every step our teams, customers and partners made possible. Each month in 2025 reflects a specific gift that shaped our progress. Please unwrap the video and explore the gifts that defined 2025.

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Service Centers
Ionbond Berthecourt HC1000

Expanding coating capacity at Ionbond Berthecourt

We are pleased to announce a major investment at our Berthecourt facility: the installation of a new Hauzer Flexicoat 1000 machine featuring advanced CARC+ technology. This strategic upgrade significantly expands our coating capacity and productivity, enabling us to meet growing customer demands with greater efficiency.

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Collaboration
Ionbond Bosch Supplier Award 2025

Ionbond proudly receives Bosch Global Supplier Award

Ionbond has received a Bosch Global Supplier Award in the category "Materials and components" and thus ranks globally among the best suppliers of Bosch. The theme of this year’s award ceremony was “Challenge accepted: resilient partnerships, sustainable future,” in recognition of successful collaboration.

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Coatings
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Ionbond™ CVD 29 Ultra: Enhanced performance in continuous and interrupted cutting

Ionbond is pleased to announce our latest addition to our chemical vapor deposition (CVD) coating portfolio: Ionbond™ CVD 29 Ultra. This coating provides an impressive performance boost in demanding applications, such as high-performance continuous and interrupted machining.

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Collaboration
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55 years of CVD coating: great memories and a promising future

Ionbond & Bernex celebrates 55 years of CVD coating excellence from Swiss origins to global innovation. Discover our journey, future vision, and industry impact. Read the full interview to explore how we’re shaping the next chapter in surface technology.

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Coatings
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Ionbond Ducro Coatings - cold dark black chrome PVD coating with superior characteristics

A striking cold anthracite color + excellent performance in extreme conditions. That’s the Ionbond Ducro coating. Read more about the Ducro benefits and let yourself be wowed by its looks.

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Service Centers
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Ionbond expands DLC coating capacity in Toulouse

Ionbond is proud to announce a strategic investment in its Grisolles facility near Toulouse, France, with the installation of an HC1200 coating system from IHI Hauzer to significantly expand our DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating capacity.

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Coatings
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Join the Ionbond Summer School about fundamentals of PVD coatings for decorative applications

We are excited to launch the second edition of the Ionbond Summer School program. This time on the fundamentls of Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) for Decorative Applications. Discover and learn more about the technology, color ranges, and how to choose the right coating for your application.

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Coatings
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Anti-fingerprint coatings from Ionbond: beautiful, smudge-free surfaces

Fingerprints on phones, glasses and household appliances are a worldwide annoyance to users. Check out Ionbond’s decorative PVD coatings that keep items and appliances looking pristine.

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Coatings
3D Printing

From print to performance: Enhancing additive manufacturing tools with PVD coatings for plastic molding

As additive manufacturing (AM) continues to revolutionize tool design and production, combining it with advanced surface technologies is opening new possibilities - particularly in plastic molding applications. Applying wear-resistant Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coatings to complex 3D printed tools significantly enhances their durability and performance. This synergy not only extends tool life but also improves productivity by reducing cycle times, machine downtime, and maintenance needs - making it a game-changer for high-efficiency manufacturing environments like bottle cap production. Read on to discover more!

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Coatings
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New whitepaper: the future of semiconductor manufacturing with Ionbond’s PVD coatings

Do you want to take your semiconductor manufacturing to the next level? Ionbond has just published a whitepaper on its advanced coatings, designed to enhance longevity, improve component performance, and cut maintenance costs of various semiconductor tools. Semiconductor machinery often operates in extreme conditions, leading to various performance challenges, costly down times, and inefficiencies that impact production. Ionbond’s coatings offer innovative solutions with superior wear resistance, reduced friction, and other properties that are in demand.

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Upcoming Tradeshows & Conferences

Decorative
SHOT SHOW

January 20 to 23, 2026

SHOT Show 2026

Ionbond is excited to exhibit at the SHOT Show 2025, showcasing our advanced decorative coating technologies designed to perform in the most demanding environments. Visit us …
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Forming & Molding Tools
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January 21 to 25, 2026

IMTEX 2026

Join us at IMTEX 2026 in India at our booth B130 in hall 3 and discover Ionbond’s cutting-edge coating technologies designed to optimize performance in demanding manufacturin…
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Medical
AAOS Double Line Red

March 02 to 06, 2026

AAOS 2026

Ionbond is proud to exhibit at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting 2026. Discover our advanced orthopedic coating solutions and join us to expl…
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Cutting Tools
Mecspe 2026

March 04 to 06, 2026

MECSPE 2026

Join us at MECSPE 2026, Italy’s premier trade show for manufacturing technologies, and discover how Ionbond’s advanced PVD coating solutions can boost your productivity. You’…
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Cutting Tools
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April 13 to 17, 2026

SIMTOS 2026

Join us at SIMTOS 2026 in South Korea and explore Ionbond’s advanced coating technologies for cutting tools. From premium coatings for high-speed machining, to solutions for …
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Cutting Tools
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April 21 to 25, 2026

CCMT 2026

From April 21–25, 2026, Ionbond will exhibit at the 14th China CNC Machine Tool Exhibition (CCMT) in Shanghai New International Expo Centre, one of Asia’s most influential platforms for the machine tool industry. This event brings together global leaders in precision engineering, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

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Automotive
Vienna motor symposium 2026

April 22 to 24, 2026

International Vienna Motor Symposium 2026

From April 22 to 24, 2026, Ionbond will join over 1,000 decision-makers and technology leaders at the Vienna Motor Symposium, one of the world’s most prestigious automotive conferences held at the historic Hofburg Conference Centre in Vienna.

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Technical Conference
SVC Tech Con

April 28 to 29, 2026

SVC TechCon 2026

From April 25–30, 2026, Ionbond will exhibit at the 69th Annual SVC Technical Conference in Long Beach, California, the premier global event for vacuum coating technologies. Join us at Booth 209 to explore how Ionbond’s advanced coatings drive performance and sustainability across diverse applications.

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Luxury
EPHJ

June 16 to 19, 2026

EPHJ 2026

Join Ionbond at booth J30 at EPHJ, the leading trade fair for watchmaking, jewellery, microtechnology and medtech. Discover our PVD, PACVD and DLC (Diamondblack™ ADLC, Decobo…
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