Leading brand in specialty chemicals
A leading specialty chemicals technology brand, delivering chemistry, equipment, software, and service to support diverse end-markets such as smartphones and other consumer electronics, communication infrastructure, and computing, as well as numerous industrial and consumer applications such as automotive, heavy machinery, and household appliances. We continuously invest in R&D that enable us to deliver the most innovative and sustainable products. Our relentless R&D efforts, combined with our global TechCenter presence, allow us to offer pioneering products and unparalleled on-site customer support – making us a valuable partner for the many industries we serve.
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Globally leading surface-finishing solutions
We create surfaces: complex and innovate, decorative or functional, mission-critical or life-enhancing. Every day – now and in the future.
Key facts*
At a glance
4.4
Revenue
$4.4 billion in pro-forma revenue in 2021, of which $1.5 billion were attributable to the Atotech brand (pro-forma revenue consists of revenue for 2021 for MKS and Atotech)
2,400
Pioneering innovations
Almost 2,400 active patents related to the Atotech brand, of which 2,000 are for chemical processes and 400 for equipment
40
International player
The Atotech brand operates in more than 40 countries and runs 15 TechCenters, 15 production sites for chemistry, and 2 for equipment
10 K
Diverse workforce
MKS is a team of around 10,000 experts worldwide, of which 4,000 are working on MKS’ Atotech products
100
Industry pioneer
Atotech and its predecessors have been at the forefront of the chemical and electroplating industry for well over 100 years
8,000
Strong customer base
Over 8,000 customers worldwide are using Atotech products
*As of September 2022
Our core business
Adding value to your life
Automotive
Front grills, door handles, emblems, decorative trim components, brake calipers, fasteners, shock
absorber rods, valve systems
Automotive electronics
Engine control units, ICE powertrain, info/entertainment, assisted driving (ADAS), electronic
powertrains
Communication infrastructure
Servers, data center, 5G access point, cloud computing, big data applications
Computers
Laptops, PCs, tablets, displays, game consoles
Consumer electronics
TVs, smart home systems, audio/visual entertainment
Furniture
Chairs, table legs, and lamps
Industrial and construction
Fasteners, hydraulic rods for heavy machinery, window frames, and electronic systems
Mobile devices
Smartphones, wearables, VR/AI gadgets
Sanitary
Shower heads, faucets and fittings
White goods
Washing machines, refrigerators and ovens
Atotech products
Chemistry, equipment & service
MKS as an employer
Join our Atotech team
We are a leading surface-finishing solutions provider and we are looking for you.
Our technical and service centers
From R&D to prototyping for customers
Our comprehensive systems-and-solutions approach leverages our unique offering of chemistry, equipment, software, and service. Supported by our 15 state-of-the-art TechCenters, we provide local service around the world and can respond in real-time to customer needs.
Atotech today
News & press
Atotech to participate at the World Conference on Photovoltaic Energy Conversion (WCPEC) in Milan, Italy
Berlin, September 21, 2022 – Atotech, a brand within the Materials Solutions Division of MKS Instruments, is pleased to announce its participation in the World Conference on Photovoltaic Energy Conversion (WCPEC) held at the Milano Convention Centre in Milan, on...
Atotech to participate at SAE Brake Colloquium
Rock Hill, September 19, 2022 – Atotech, a brand within the Materials Solutions Division of MKS Instruments, is excited to be part of this year’s 40th Annual Brake Colloquium & Exhibition in Grand Rapids, USA from September 25 – 28, 2022, hosted by SAE...
Atotech to participate at Korea Metal Week 2022
Seoul, September 15, 2022 ̶ Atotech, a brand within the Materials Solutions Division of MKS Instruments is pleased to announce its participation in the leading tradeshow for the metal industry in Korea – Korea Metal Week, at the Exhibition Center in KINTEX, South...
Where we do business
Our global footprint
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We serve our customers in more than 40 countries. Globally, we operate 15 TechCenters, 15 chemistry production sites and 2 equipment production sites related to our Atotech brand.
