Functional metal plating since 1993.

Galtek is an industrial surface technology company founded in 1993 and based in İkitelli Organised Industrial Zone, Istanbul.

We specialise in technical and functional coatings that give metal parts electrical, mechanical and protective properties. We assess processes, chiefly gold, silver, nickel, nickel-phosphorus, copper and palladium, against each part’s material, operating conditions and technical requirements.

We work project by project from the parts, drawings and specifications our customers provide. Our technical team is involved at every stage, from material and process selection and bath chemistry control to production planning and quality assessment.

1993

Founded

30+

Years of production

From founding to today

1. FoundingMetal plating production founded in Istanbul with a focus on technical production discipline.
2. GrowthOur work with different substrates, functional systems and process control grew deeper over time.
3. TodayProject-based, job-specific production driven by drawings, operating conditions and specifications.

Rack and barrel plating under one roof

We use rack and barrel plating for different geometries, quantities and precision needs, and a micro-scale approach for very small batches and very small surface areas. Running samples, prototypes and series on the same line helps repeat proven process conditions on later jobs.

Location

İkitelli OSB, Galvanoteknik Sanayi Sitesi, Başakşehir / Istanbul

Rack plating

Delicate, large or complex parts; micro-scale assessment for very small areas and low quantities.

Barrel plating

Large numbers of small parts; special barrels for small, delicate low-volume parts.

Respect for your documents

Drawings, specifications and project information are handled confidentially and used only to assess and produce the job in question. An NDA can be signed before a project on request. Customer names, logos, part images and project details are never published as references without written permission.

Our vision

To combine the production experience we have built since 1993 with evolving process technology, and be a reliable, innovative and preferred partner in functional metal plating and surface technology for demanding industries.

Our mission

To define the right surface treatment from our customers’ drawings, specifications and operating conditions, and deliver functional, repeatable, compliant coatings through controlled processes, engineering knowledge and verifiable quality checks.

Our principles

• Technical accuracy
  Decisions based on material, conditions, drawing and specification.
• Process discipline
  Following defined steps from preparation to final inspection.
• Continuous improvement
  Improving process knowledge and control methods.
• Customer focus
  Treating each part individually; keeping technical communication open.

From drawing to process selection, surface preparation to production parameters, we plan every step around the part’s service requirements.

How we work

Drawing and specification

Substrate, tolerances, critical surfaces, target thickness and acceptance criteria are reviewed.

Surface system

Cleaning, activation, interlayers and final coating sequence are planned.

Production method

Rack, barrel or special barrel is chosen by geometry and quantity.

Control plan

Measurement, testing and reporting requirements are defined before production.

Plating starts with proper preparation

1. Substrate analysis

   Copper alloys, steel, stainless and aluminium need different preparation.

2. Cleaning and activation

   Pre-treatment for oils, oxides and residues.

3. Interlayer selection

   According to adhesion and barrier needs.

4. Plating

   Bath chemistry, temperature, pH, current density and time are monitored.

5. Final inspection

   Thickness, appearance and other tests as needed.

Specification and verification

We assess ASTM, MIL and customer-specific specifications for each project. Depending on scope, a certificate of conformity (CoC), thickness report and test reports can be provided. Conformity is assessed against the relevant specification and scope; it does not imply general accreditation or official approval for any standard.

Special solutions for small, delicate batches

Standard methods are not always right for small batches, small surface areas or micro-scale parts. We choose rack or a special barrel per project based on geometry, surface sensitivity and quantity, and confirm suitability and repeatability with samples where needed.

We judge the result not only by the final measurement but by checkpoints from surface preparation and bath parameters to production and reporting.

• Technical review: material, drawing, surfaces, target thickness, acceptance criteria
• Surface preparation: degreasing, deoxidising and activation
• Bath chemistry: composition, pH and parameters by titration and analysis
• Production control: current density, time, temperature
• Measurement and testing: thickness, appearance, hardness and adhesion as needed
• Acceptance and reporting: inspection reports and CoC

Under our ISO 9001 approach we plan production and inspection and record operations and results. The scope of our certificates and customer approvals is limited to the activities and processes stated in those documents.