Specialists in hard chrome plating

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Long experience in hard chrome plating - since 1948

With modern equipment and long experience, we can handle both small and really big jobs - up to 13 meters in length and 10 tons in weight.

Looking for a finish that really stands up to the pressure? At Lomma Hårdkrom, we have specialized in hard chrome plating since 1948. We help industrial companies all over Scandinavia to get the most out of their newly manufactured parts - with chrome-plated surfaces that provide low friction, high wear resistance and long service life.

Our hard chrome plating capacity and equipment

We have one of Scandinavia's most well-equipped facilities for hard chrome plating with three large chrome tanks that can handle different sizes of parts. We can handle parts with the following dimensions.

Our lifting lifting capacity is up to 10 tons in both the pre-treatment and chrome plating process, allowing us to tackle even really heavy and large components.

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and industries we serve

Do you have newly manufactured components that need durable surfaces? We help you from start to finished product. We have extensive experience of delivering hard chrome plating to customers in: 

Good to know about hard chrome plating

What is hard chrome plating?

Hard chrome plating is a surface treatment in which a thin layer of hard chrome (usually 20-100 micrometers) is electrolytically applied to a metal component.

This technology is mainly used in heavy industry where components have to withstand both wear and high stresses over time. It provides a surface that is:

  • Very hard (65-69 HRC)
  • Hard-wearing and durable
  • Easy to lubricate
  • Corrosion and oxidation resistant

A surface treatment process

As part of our surface treatment , we also offer grinding for chrome plating as well as repair and renovation of worn or damaged parts.

We can therefore take care of the entire process, from the preparatory work to the finished surface, whether it involves newly manufactured components or existing parts that need to be restored.

Why choose hard chrome plating?

Hard chrome plating has several distinct advantages, especially when treating newly manufactured parts that will be used in harsh environments.

The chromium-plated surface provides effective protection against wear and erosion while reducing friction, making the treatment particularly suitable for moving components. Hard chrome plating also extends the life of the parts, enabling them to withstand both high temperatures and harsh chemical conditions.

The surface treatment can also be used to restore exact dimensions if needed. By combining a strong base material with a hard chrome layer, you get a component that is both strong and highly durable.

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Good to know about hard chrome plating

Hard chrome plating is an electrolytic surface treatment in which a hard chrome layer, normally around 20–100 µm, is applied to a metal component. The treatment is used to give the surface very high wear resistance, low friction, and improved corrosion protection in demanding environments.

A hard chrome-plated surface has several important properties:

  • Very high hardness (about 65-69 HRC)
  • Very good durability and resistance to mechanical wear
  • Low friction - ideal for moving parts
  • Improved corrosion and oxidation protection

YES, hard chrome plating is often used for renovation and repair work on worn or damaged parts. By grinding, hard chrome plating, and then finishing the surface, components can be restored to the correct dimensions and have their service life extended.

We always strive to deliver within seven working days for both new production and repairs. We also understand how important it is to get your parts back quickly when they are being repaired. Time is of the essence here, which is why we offer to work on weekends to ensure faster deliveries.

We have one of Scandinavia's best-equipped facilities for hard chrome plating, with three large chrome tanks and a lifting capacity of up to 10 tons for both pre-treatment and chrome plating. Examples of dimensions we can handle are:

  • Up to approx. 13 m in length, Ø 320 mm
  • Up to approx. 11 m in length, Ø 800 mm
  • Up to approx. 2.2 m in length, Ø 1400 mm

Hard chrome plating is used in several types of heavy industry, for example:

  • Offshore industry
  • Paper and pulp mills
  • Steel and engineering industries
  • Foil and packaging production
  • Textile industry

The main advantages of hard chrome plating are the combination of high hardness, long service life, and low friction. This provides:

  • Longer life of critical components
  • Reduced risk of downtime and unplanned outages
  • Possibility to restore worn parts instead of replacing them
  • Better resistance to corrosion and the effects of chemicals

Hard chrome plating is mainly used on metals where high wear resistance and improved surface properties are required. At Lomma Hårdkrom, we have extensive experience and expertise in hard chrome plating of steel and stainless steel.

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Frequently asked questions about hard chrome plating

What is hard chrome plating?

Hard chromium plating is an electrolytic surface treatment where a hard chromium layer, normally
around 20-100 µm, is applied to a metal component. The treatment is used to give
the surface very high wear resistance, low friction and improved corrosion protection in demanding environments.

What are the properties of a hard-chrome plated surface?

A hard chrome-plated surface has several important properties:

  • Very high hardness (about 65-69 HRC)
  • Very good durability and resistance to mechanical wear
  • Low friction - ideal for moving parts
  • Improved corrosion and oxidation protection

When is it appropriate to choose hard chrome plating?

Hard chrome plating is a good choice when components are subject to high wear, high loads, high temperatures or harsh chemical influences. It is also suitable when you need to combine a strong base material with a highly wear-resistant surface, or when you want to build on material to restore exact dimensions.

Can hard chrome plating be used to repair worn parts?

YES Hard chrome plating is often used for refurbishment and repair work on worn or damaged parts. By grinding, hard chrome plating and then finishing the surface, components can be restored to the correct dimensions and have an extended service life.

What dimensions and weights can you handle in hard chrome plating?

We have one of Scandinavia's most well-equipped facilities for hard chrome plating with three large chrome tanks and lifting capacity up to 10 tons in both pre-treatment and chrome plating. Examples of dimensions we can treat are:

  • Up to approx. 13 m length, Ø 320 mm
  • Up to approx. 11 m length, Ø 800 mm
  • Up to approx. 2.2 m length, Ø 1400 mm

Which industries use hard chrome plating?

Hard chrome plating is used in several types of heavy industry, for example:

  • Offshore industry
  • Paper and pulp mills
  • Steel and engineering industries
  • Foil and packaging production
  • Textile industry

What they have in common is that the components work in demanding environments where high wear resistance and reliability are crucial.

What are the main benefits of hard chrome plating?

The main advantages of hard chrome plating are the combination of high hardness, long life
and low friction. It provides:

  • Longer life of critical components
  • Reduced risk of downtime and unplanned outages
  • Possibility to restore worn parts instead of replacing them
  • Better resistance to corrosion and the effects of chemicals

Chrome-plated parts

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