Oerlikon is a market leader in advanced materials, surface solutions and materials processing. The solutions offerings from Oerlikon encompass materials, equipment and services, ranging from engineering the surface solution that the customer needs and a full scope of coatings to project managing the installation of entire plants and after-sales support. Oerlikon builds its business on technology competencies, a global footprint and trusted customer relations in highly demanding industries.
Standard and customized solutions
Materials
Standardized and customizable metal- and ceramic-based materials (such as powders and wires) for surface coatings, surface treatments and additive manufacturing.
Equipment and components
Highly productive and reliable systems and products for coatings, surface treatments, fibers production, spinning and texturing, as well as drives, axles and transmission.
Unique value proposition
Oerlikon has one of the broadest portfolio of advanced materials and surface technologies. Oerlikon’s IP sits in the specific surface solutions process know-how and advanced materials development competence. Oerlikon is a leading integrated producer of both equipment and materials for coatings and surface treatment.
Strategic priorities
Expand materials and surface technologies portfolio as well as their applications in existing markets and regions. Reduce time-to-market for existing and new products and solutions. Launch of new and next-generation coating systems. Increase offering of tailored and integrated solutions consisting of materials and equipment.
2017 revenue (in CHF)
1.89 bn
CAGR 2015-2017
3%
Engineering
A team of over 1000 engineers working closely with customers to develop new and innovative equipment, solutions and materials.
Services
180 sales and service centers spread across 37 countries to provide a fast response time and on-time delivery to customers.
After-sales services
Service sites worldwide ensure ready and on-hand support, combined with digital remote monitoring and consultation services.
Unique value proposition
Oerlikon delivers engineering expertise to develop standardized and customized high-performance components, since its client relationships often have an R&D character. Oerlikon’s global production and service network gives customers fast access and quick response time for deliveries, repairs and maintenance support. Digitalization enables improved services such as e-commerce, remote monitoring and augmented-reality glasses for real-time connectivity to service experts worldwide. Oerlikon has the know-how to scale (up or down) production and service sites flexibly and at a low investment cost.
Strategic priorities
Strengthen #1 or #2 positions by expanding network, applications and product range. Expand global network and leverage proximity to customers to enhance customer relations and extend engineering, solutions and service offerings. Accelerate growth of services by leveraging current momentum in improving and extending service offering.
2017 revenue (in CHF)
0.96 bn
CAGR 2015-2017
4%
