Sustainable resource management in alkaline zinc-nickel plating
Award-winning technology for greater resource efficiency and circular manufacturing
MKS' Atotech's CMA Closed-Loop technology was recognized with the ION Borghardt Award 2026 for its contribution to more sustainable surface finishing operations.
The solution helps plating operations reduce resource consumption by recovering and reusing valuable materials within the process. This supports lower water, energy, and chemical usage while helping manufacturers advance their sustainability and efficiency goals.
Download the free technical whitepaper to learn how CMA Closed-Loop technology supports circular manufacturing in alkaline zinc-nickel plating.
Why This Matters
Alkaline zinc nickel plating is under growing pressure to deliver high, stable corrosion protection while using fewer resources and meeting stricter environmental and regulatory expectations. At the same time, many lines operate close to capacity, with limited time for additional maintenance steps. This white paper provides an overview of how the CMA Closed Loop System approaches these challenges. It explains the underlying technology, the system design, and practical observations from its use in different types of ZnNi production lines.
Recognized by the Industry
In 2026, CMA Closed-Loop technology received the ION Borghardt Award, which recognizes innovations that contribute to sustainability and technological advancement within the surface finishing industry.
This recognition highlights the industry's growing focus on resource efficiency and circular manufacturing approaches.
Discover how CMA Closed Loop Systems work in practice
This document does not offer a “one-size-fits-all” solution. Instead, it provides:
a transparent description of the CMA Closed Loop System concept,
examples of how it has been applied in different environments, and
measured data from selected installations.
The goal is to support technical decision-making and discussions within your organization if you are considering changes to your alkaline zinc nickel process.
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