Masterbatch for a Lifetime

bringing life to plastics masterbatch for a lifetime

innovative

family-managed sustainable HOW iT ALL BEGAN …

2|___ a company makes history In 1950, 25-year-old Josef Houska founded a trading company under the name of “Oswald Gabriel, Pächter Urban und Houska” for exporting glass products. Six years later, colour entered the picture for the first time.

Starting in 1956, his business model consisted of importing and trading colourants for the textile, leather and paper industries. Finally, in the late 1960s, Josef Houska gathered a team of technicians and chemists around him. He procured a plot of land in Vienna Siebenhirten as well as the first large-scale production machine. Thus the starting signal was given for the production of pigment chips and masterbatches. In untold numbers of experiments and test series with this machine, the company had the opportunity of building up its own in-house development department. A core team of highly qualified technicians and chemists, some of whom are still employed by the company today, acquired the knowledge needed – almost as autodidacts – and were able to implement the knowledge. In 1985, sales from in-house production exceeded the sum of 100 million Austrian schillings, and the company was able to expand to the United Kingdom and a little later to Germany. This was followed by the relocation of the headquarters to Gumpoldskirchen in Lower Austria and the establishment of more locations in Europe.

HOW iT ALL

BEGAN … founded by Josef Houska initial contact wit h t e plastics industry start of masterbatc h production G abriel- Ch emie UK G abriel- Ch emie ermany new h eadquarters in G umpoldskirc en G abriel- Ch emie Hungary G abriel- Ch emie C zec h R epublic G abriel- Ch emie P oland G abriel- Ch emie R ussia GABRIEL - C H EMIE IBERICA G abriel- Ch emie I taly ------1950 1960 1970 1985 1989 1992 1995 1999 2004 2007 2015 2016

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EXTRAORDINARY PROPERTIES

„Big enough to matter small enough to care“

4|___ SHOCK RESISTANT

FOR DEMANDING APPLICATIONS

HIGHEST LEVEL OF CUSTOMER ORIENTATION AND FLEXIBILITY is made possible by our size and independence as a privately- owned Group. We stand for the constant cultivation and „Big enough to matter extension of our existing and future business relationships. Our aim is to design all activities in such a way that they lead to a distinctive technical and economic edge for our business small enough to care“ partners over their competitors on the global market.

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AFRiCA EUROPEAN QUALiTY, GLOBAL reach OCEANiA Gabriel-Chemie – now in its 2nd generation continues to be –– an owner-managed, family-owned company. Through the commitment of our management and our approx. 550 employees, we generate annual sales of approx. EUR 82 million (status: 2015). Our network, which includes subsidiaries in Germany, the United Kingdom, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland, Spain, Italy and Russia, expands our area of operation far beyond the borders of Europe. We stand for clear-cut customer orientation and a continuous in-house optimisation process. This includes the further development of products, product innovations and processes that aim at improving quality and boosting efficiency so as to ensure the sustainable growth of our company. Our structure and our global network allow us to operate in all the markets of the world. Our clients are on the American continent and in Africa, the Middle East and the Asia-Pacific region. We provide full support to our customers the world over with European quality and international expertise.

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A current overview of all our representatives worldwide can be found at: www.gabriel-chemie.com

___|7 management that CARES “State-of-the-art technology “As the the CEO in the second generation of a & production as well as the family-owned company, healthy growth and technical expertise of our constant expansion – balanced with the employees guarantee the entrepreneurial risks – are my credo for premium quality our products strengthening Gabriel-Chemie so it can meet are renowned for.” the requirements of the future and those of coming generations.”

Helmut König, Chief Technical Officer Elisabeth Sommer, Chief Executive Officer

8|___ management that CARES “As a healthy, globally expanding company “I place great value on dealing with with a high equity ratio and stable ownership customers, suppliers and employees structure, we are highly appreciated as a in a transparent and constructive way. partner by our stakeholders. My role also The result is a solid foundation for includes responsibility for HR, so maintaining long-lasting relations as partners with a motivated workforce is my key focus.” one another.”

Andreas Berger, Chief Financial Officer Erich Guttmann, Chief Commercial Officer

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10|___ QUALITY CONTROL

the secret of our success

Thanks to many years First and foremost our products have to fulfil the requirements of our of industry experience customers, but in addition, we also need to meet the most demanding in plastics processing and national and international quality standards and regulations. Tackling by continuous training such constantly changing challenges successfully require a strong and employee development focus on quality which is cultivated and carried forward by all our programmes, we have at employees across the entire Group. our disposal the highest This further development results in ongoing process and procedural degree of technical optimisations, which are implemented and confirmed as part of our expertise. EN ISO-9001 and EN ISO-14001 certifications. _ EN ISO 9001: Austria, Germany, United Kingdom, Hungary, Czech Republic, Italy _ EN ISO 14001: Austria, Germany, United Kingdom, Czech Republic _ Another highlight of our main location in Austria is the EN ISO 13485 certificate for medical products. In this way our high level of quality in the area of the development and production of colour and additive masterbatches for plastics processing is confirmed.

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360° TECHNiCAL EXPERTiSE

In our Group, research Our technical departments & development is a _ Research & Development certified process which _ Colour Center & Services not only extends to _ Additive Center & Services our different locations. _ Product Stewardship We involve international _ Technical Services & Applications customers as well as suppliers and closely cooperate with Decisive for our success is the further development of our core competencies, renowned research the chemical formulation of our recipes and the production of masterbatches. institutes in terms of Our formulas are improved on an ongoing basis in our own laboratories in various development compliance with high quality standards. processes. Around 100 technicians optimise existing products or develop new recipes and formulations in careful and diligent consultation with our customers. For us, progress means test procedures and laboratory equipment that represents the latest state of the art. We have a multifaceted infrastructure of testing and inspection devices, including materials testing instruments for accelerated artificial weathering.

For visualisation of the end product, we have at hand an extensive machine suite ready for use: _ blown film systems _ flat film systems (mono and coex) _ injection moulding machines _ PET stretch blow moulding machines _ preform tools _ extrusion blow moulding machine for bottles (mono & coex) _ coffee capsule tools (mono & coex) _ fibre production system for PP fibres _ Nd:YAG laser units

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14|___ OUR EMPLOYEES …

...are the heart and brain of the Gabriel-Chemie Group. Based on many years of industry experience in plastics processing and via continuous training and advanced employee development, they have the highest degree of technical expertise at their disposal. Regular and personal exchanges of experience at an international level with colleagues at different locations of the Group ensures ongoing and accelerated knowledge building. Numerous interfaces between the commercial and technical departments facilitate an ideal transfer of knowledge – all to the advantage of our customers. A large number of employees can look back on many years of experience at Gabriel-Chemie, and they constitute an integral part of our success.

WITH PASSION

___|15 Antimicrobial

Antistatic UV-Stabilizer

Nucleating-Agent

Antioxidant

Antiblock-Agent

Flame Retardant

Antifog Foaming Agent

IR Absorber Polymer Processing Aid Laser Marking

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Tackifier

Anti-slip/-split

Cell regulator

Impact Modifier Drying Agent Clarifier

Polymer Processing Aid Cleaning Agent Filler ___|17 OUR range of products We are specialists in the colouring and refining of thermoplastics. We offer colour masterbatches, additive masterbatches and combination masterbatches for plastics with our protected trademarks of MAXITHEN® and UNIMAX®.

18|___ WHITE/black COLOUR ADDITIVE COMBINATION MASTERBATCH MASTERBATCH MASTERBATCH MASTERBATCH We offer an extensive Our experience in the In addition to the colou- Our knowledge and range of white and black production of colour ration of plastics, we are experience from many masterbatches for a whole masterbatches is reflected specialists in the finishing years of producing colour spectrum of applications. in an outstanding way by of plastics with functional and additive masterbatch Such applications range our comprehensive library additives. Countless addi- has been put to optimal from pipes, cables, of colour and polymer tive and polymer com- use in our combination packaging films to the combinations. Upon binations, ranging from products. injection moulding of request, our colour antiblock masterbatches The result is a multitude electronic parts, where masterbatch is adapted to laser additives to UV of ready-made formulas a high level of gloss to conform exactly to stabilisers, make up our featuring the following properties and excellent specific customer constantly growing range advantages in comparison dispersion are required. requirements. In several of products, with individual products: In addition to the standard application areas, we are which is continually _ easier dosing programme of white and the global market leader adapted to meet the black, we can satisfy with our premium-quality needs of the market. _ rapid dispersion customer-specific colour masterbatch and In the area of flame- _ cost efficiency requirements – for can boast a high level of retardant equipment for instance, applications appreciation on the part a wide variety of plastic _ advantages in storage with special carrier of numerous international products, our flame- polymers or the integration top-level brands from retardant masterbatch of other additives. the food, cosmetics and is considered the lifestyle industries. benchmark.

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___|21 FOR HEALTHY PLANTS

Plastic products for Agricultural films the construction industry and the agricultural Premium-quality films preserve and maintain assets. Alongside numerous sector must meet strict speci- innovative standard solutions, we develop individual formulas which fications and bear high levels t u re meet the special needs of customers. Our range of products includes of stress. Equipped with our products for silage, mulch and greenhouse films. Additives for special masterbatch, these functions – for instance, anti-fog and infra-red barriers, etc. can be products fulfil the combined with a broad range of colours. For agricultural films, the demands placed upon protection from natural UV radiation, which occurs universally in them. With our extensive different ranges of intensity, is the main priority. product portfolio, we provide the perfect solution for any and XPS insulation every application. As a We offer a programme of colour masterbatches and functional additive supplement to the broad ran- masterbatches that is perfectly adapted to the production of extruded ge of standard polystyrene. This includes flame-retardant agents, lubricants, nucleating products in our portfolio, we agents, processing agents, cell stabilisers, etc. also offer tailor-made products. Together with our customers, we Pipes attune them to their Bu i ld ng & a g r c ul special needs. Premium-qua- Our masterbatch conforms to the international standards of the pipe lity active ingredients and industry. Whether they are electrical installation pipes, fluid-carrying smart formulas piping or pipes for communication solutions – all requirements relevant are thus adapted to the indi- to applications are covered by us. vidual requirements of the Geotextiles, construction films, nets and cables round off the business customer area of the construction industry and the agricultural sector.

22|___ FOR HEAVY-DUTY USE

Packaging for industrial & consumer goods

A high level of protection for packaged goods, functionality, wear resistance and longevity make up the most frequently requested properties for reliable packaging. Other important factors are process optimisation, suitability for external storage over longer periods of time, printability, anti-static properties and weldability. We offer a large selection of additive and colour masterbatches which meet all the different expectations and requirements.

Our expertise gained over many years makes it possible for us to realise even sophisticated and demanding packaging ideas. This is made possible by additive packages customised to customers’ needs as well as attractive colour recipes. Regardless of whether it is injection moulding, blow moulding or deep drawing – our masterbatch provides you with the ideal balance between covering power, weathering resistance, dispersibility and process optimisation. Individual additive components as well as combinations are available. We offer the matching additive masterbatch, which is also available as a combination with colour or with several agents, for all kinds of films and production processes.

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FOOD PACKAGiNG Food packaging makes the strictest demands upon the packaging industry. Packaging that comes into contact with food must conform with all the national and international standards and laws; it must be functional and sustainable as well as enticing the end consumer to buy the product. We meet these demands with our broad range of colour and additive products.

Alongside numerous existing Caps & Bottles & standard products for different closures containers areas of application, we are Owing to our long-standing Our perfectly formulated additive happy to develop – in conjunction collaboration and successful and colour masterbatch for with our customers – specially product developments with polyolefins and PET offers the designed products to meet your global leaders in manufacturing, highest level of functionality and needs. We offer food-safe additive we are among the market leaders makes for an attractive visual and colour masterbatches for all in this area. Our products meet appearance. Different sizes polymers that are commonly used the required standards and of the granulates, right up to in the packaging industry. The use regulatory status for the econo- microgranulates, make extremely of premium-quality raw materials mic regions in which the end small doses possible while for these packaging solutions is a product is marketed and sold. concurrently distributing them matter of course for us. We also take into account the homogeneously. Long-standing experience and requirements of our customers in constant advanced training form terms of organoleptic properties the basis of our expertise. and dimensional stability.

24|___ EYE-CATCHING

Whether in a perfume specialist’s, a retail chain store or at the local chemist’s, consumers can be overwhelmed by the selection of cosmetic articles. That’s why, on the shelf, differentiating a product from the competition with outstanding and eye-catching packaging is so important. Let us assist you in finding the perfect packaging solution with an exceptionally large choice of colours.

Packaging for all Colours the senses: In the area For many years, our speciality has been colours, surfaces and materials. This is of cosmetics, not only driven by our research on changes in society and the trends in colours they bring. visual properties count. Many renowned brands and market leaders have trusted in the creativity, quality More and more, and special service of the Gabriel-Chemie Group for years. Thanks to our flexible haptic and functional structure and laboratories throughout Europe, we can precisely implement specific characteristics also colour ideas with injection-moulded or blow-moulded prototypes within a very play a role. short time. Experiencing products with all your senses is particularly Tubes, bottles and dispensers important for G i NG i CS PACKA cosmetics packaging. Special effects and colours emphasise the exclusivity of a tube. Working together A creative choice of in development, we can help you turn your personal ideas into successful products. materials, interesting With the exclusive use of premium raw materials and specially coordinated surface designs and pigments, we can achieve precisely the colours, effects and properties you are intelligent additives looking for. influence the success of the market launch of C O SMET a cosmetic product as Individualisation with a laser well as its acceptance Our laser additives make it possible to permanently mark, label and decorate by consumers plastics. We provide comprehensive service, from developing a project idea through to the realisation of it. Our laboratory has two infra-red lasers with wavelengths of 1064 nm that are used for trials and tests until the best quality marking has been achieved.

___|25 CERTIFIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ISO 13485

MedicAL The sector of medical products is one of the fastest growing economic sectors today. This is amply demonstrated not only by the rising total costs in the area of health care and technology but also in the area of technological improvements in health care over the last few decades..

Cutting-edge medicine without plastics – that would Needle holders be an impossibility today. The outstanding properties With our MAXITHEN® MED series, we offer a range of plastic render this basic material so very attractive of colour masterbatches for the colouring of needle and important for medical technology. In contrast holders. The colours comply with the international to glass, metal and ceramics, plastics score big due ISO 6009 standard that aims to enable the quick to their easy processability, break resistance, low visual recognition of needle diameters for injections. weight and the option to be fitted to meet very special The colours used for the identification of the needles requirements profiles. The development of throw- are available as transparent or covering colours. The away products also plays a huge role in this context. colour code correlates with normal, thin and extra-thin Requirements for products in the medical area are wall thicknesses of the needle. extraordinarily high – in terms of durability, the ability to be sterilised, and ruggedness when in contact with chemical substances. In addition to colours, we also offer a number of additives for the following Certified quality areas of use: _Laser marking With the EN ISO 13485:2012 standard plus AC:2012 _Permanent anti-static agents („Quality management system medical devices“), _ X-ray tracers we prove that our quality management system com- _ Lubricants plies with international standards and has _ Anti-microbial agents, etc. been implemented accordingly.

26|___ Sports & leisure Artificial lawns Alongside faultless functioning, We have a great variety of master- design, shape and colour take centre batches on offer for artificial lawns. stage. The range of applications is Colour masterbatches in combina- virtually limitless – from household tion with state-of-the-art additives appliances and electric devices to increase durability, processability, sports equipment, toys and child cost effectiveness and environmen- seats. tal soundness. Grass fibres finished with our masterbatch are ideally suitable for fibrillated tapes as well Items around the house Stadium seats as for monofilaments. They are and garden as well as tough, durable and suitable for many Our all-in-one pellet product PP-SEAT essential goods should different applications. was developed so as to achieve a look unique. Both their maximum useful life of stadium appearance and their Ho me & L i f esty l e seats. Colour fastness and light functionality should be Electrical & fastness are adjusted so that the maintained throughout visual and mechanical properties electronics industry their useful life. With our are stabilised across their entire masterbatch, we ensure Visually attractive housings are useful life. that the required material a inimitable trademark. With our properties are achieved, extensive colour and effect master- and we offer you additives Garden furniture batch, we support you in the for the assurance of realisation of your idea. The product functionality Products in this area must be combination of anti-static additives and for unusual durable because they are subject or anti-microbial additives is colour creations to considerable stress from the especially suitable for premium weather and UV radiation. When products in this area. developing our masterbatch, we use the latest data on global solar irradiation. Then we develop sound dosage recommendations for UV stabilisation.

LONG-LASTING

___|27 Imprint Owner, editor and publisher: © GABRIEL-CHEMIE Gesellschaft m.b.H. Industriestraße 1, 2352 Gumpoldskirchen, Austria Tel. +43 2252 63630 0 [email protected], www.gabriel-chemie.com Companies Register No. 125489 v Wiener Neustadt Provincial Court

This catalogue was prepared with the greatest possible diligence. All data was checked. Errors in terms of content, typographical and printing errors cannot be excluded, however. The specifications contained in the brochure are solely for information and do not constitute an offer or recommendation.

All pictures in this folder are symbolic photographs. The end products shown have not necessarily been created by Gabriel-Chemie.

Photos: Hartwig Zögl www.zoegl.at, Shutterstock, iStock, Archive Design: EINFALLSREICH Werbeagentur KG, www.einfalls-reich.at headquarters

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