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The French chemist Jules Despretz pioneered a technique to apply nickel to metal surfaces using electrolytic deposition for the very first time.
This year marked the opening of the Ruhr-Sieg railway line, setting the stage for the Ruhr region to become Germany’s industrial powerhouse.
The direct connection to southwestern Germany and the centralization of coal and steel transport played a major role in this transformation.
Paul Anke established Anke GmbH & Co. KG, recognized as the Ruhr region’s very first and oldest nickel-plating company.
The 1940s witnessed the development of chemical nickel plating. Unlike electrolytic plating, this process forms the nickel coating through a chemical redox reaction between the bath solution and the surface of the workpiece.
Anke relocated to the site of the former Ludwig coal mine in Essen-Bergerhausen. In addition, the company made functional surface technology its main production focus.
Anke began focusing on hard chrome plating and investing in new equipment for this purpose. At the same time, the zinc plating facilities were phased out.
The sale of Anke to the Parzer Group opened up a world of new opportunities. It also allowed the company to benefit from shared synergies while still bringing its own strengths to the table.
Anke acquired the machinery of a trusted partner company. The Mechanics department was born and expanded in the following year through another takeover.
The rapidly growing company moved to its new location at “Am Stadthafen” in Essen. The move to a new building set new standards in the field of electroplating.
From floor heating powered by waste heat from Anke’s baths to advanced ventilation systems, this facility embodies the perfect blend of efficient operations and sustainability.
With the commissioning of a 750KW-peak photovoltaic system, it is now possible to chrome-plate components with significantly lower CO2 emissions. This step brings Anke another step closer to operating as a truly sustainable facility.
Five companies combine their experience and individual expertise in functional surface treatment and mechanical processing across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Whether it’s about tackling intricate designs, large-scale projects, or meeting the highest standards – our Group’s diverse skills and depth of knowledge make us a flexible and reliable partner.
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Five companies combine their experience and individual expertise in functional surface treatment and mechanical processing across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
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