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Benjamin Gliklich, President and CEOWith a customer-centric approach, Element Solutions operates 63 manufacturing and research and development (R&D) sites in 18 countries, ensuring seamless service and strong market relationships. In the automotive sector, it supports the demand for advanced in-car technology with specialty materials, while in telecommunications it delivers technologies that enhance global connectivity and next-generation energy solutions.
In high-stakes industries like military, aerospace and healthcare, Element Solutions provides highly reliable materials supported by comprehensive global quality management systems. For instance, by prioritizing passenger safety, the company offers durable coatings that improve wear resistance in aerospace components, including shock absorbers for landing gear.
Similarly, in the water treatment sector, the company’s products are designed to improve the performance and efficiency of heating systems and remove pollutants from the system water. These offerings drive the company to shape the future of several industries, ensuring that every connection, display and function is optimized for users around the globe.
Within the electronics division of the company’s business, it ensures that specialty chemicals are researched, formulated and delivered for all types of electronic hardware. From the intricate designs of printed circuit boards (PCBs) to advanced interconnect materials used in everyday consumer devices, Element Solutions plays a pivotal role in shaping the electronics manufacturing industry.
“With proven expertise in wet chemical processing and materials for electronics assembly, we are dedicated to delivering tailored, application-specific solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers,” says Benjamin Gliklich, President and CEO.
The company formulates high-performance liquid chemical processes forming copper circuit patterns on PCBs and other electronic interconnection systems. These processes are supported by highly skilled local technical service teams that provide handson expertise and ensure optimal results throughout production. In addition, Element Solutions develops innovative materials essential for joining electronic circuits in high-volume device manufacturing. These materials include solders, fluxes, alloys and nanomaterials, which continuously evolve to meet the shifting demands of electronics technology.
Its advanced photomasks form effective circuit patterns, while its specialized chemicals deposit metal pathways, enabling communication between silicon transistors and the external world. Concurrently, the firm’s assembly materials connect wafers to the next level of circuitry, ensuring the smooth operation of semiconductor devices that power everything from consumer electronics to military applications.
Element Solutions also employs a range of precisely formulated chemicals to enhance the durability, corrosion resistance, hardness, smoothness and aesthetic appeal of surfaces. These surface treatments are critical across numerous industries, ranging from automotive and aerospace to energy and electronics, driving the company to provide custom solutions that meet the specific needs of each sector.
For instance, the company’s chemical systems clean, prepare and protect metal and plastic surfaces through precisely engineered, high-performance coatings. These advanced coatings are formulated to provide exceptional durability and performance, ensuring longlasting protection and improved functionality for a wide range of applications across the automotive, aerospace and consumer electronics sectors.
The company has made significant strides in improving image quality in the graphics industry through its innovative material design and process solutions. Enhancing the printing image transfer elevates graphics packaging to new heights, optimizing productivity and cost-effectiveness while ensuring superior visual quality.
The energy sector also benefits from Element Solutions’ cutting-edge chemistries used in water-based hydraulic control fluids for offshore deep-water drilling operations. These fluids play a crucial role in the exploration and production of oil and gas, ensuring safe and efficient control during the discovery of new deposits and the production of known reserves.
By developing dynamic and effective chemical solutions for complex and demanding environments, Element Solutions continues to support organizations worldwide in their quest for greater efficiency and reliability. With a global team of over 5,500 professionals across more than 50 countries, the company has built a strong legacy of driving technological breakthroughs for customers around the globe.
