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AGENDA.

1 Presentation Berlac Group / Berlac AG2 Berlac solutions for the automotive industry

- One-coat to high-end systems- Berlac® Paint-over-Chrome clear coats- Berlac® PVD primer / top coat- Berlac® Reflexion chrome look from simple lacquer coating- BerlaPrint® screen and pad printing inks- Berlac® Berlaflex for ultra-flexible substrates- Berlac® UV Dual Cure system- Berlac® Basco system for carbon fibre composites

Berlac Group Switzerland

BomixChemieGmbH

Germany

BomexChemical

(Shanghai) LtdChina

BaslerLacke AG

Switzerland

TrilacolorPolska SP z o.o.

Poland

Berlac(Hong Kong)

Ltd Hong Kong

Berlac Trading (Shenzhen)

Co. LtdChina

CetelonLackfabrik

GmbHGermany

ISL-ChemieGmbH & Co.

KGGermany

ISL Chemical(Shanghai) Ltd

China

Berlac Pinturas y Quimicos de México Ltd.

Mexico

Berlac AGSwitzerland

WeckerleLackfabrik

GmbH Germany

BERLAC GROUP:STRUCTURE.

Head office / production facilities Sales organisation / warehouseSales organisation / warehouse / laboratories

Trilacolor Polska, SP z o.o., Poland

Berlac AG, Switzerland

Basler Lacke AG, Switzerland

Bomix Chemie GmbH, Germany

Cetelon Lackfabrik GmbH, Germany

ISL Chemie GmbH, Germany

Weckerle Lackfabrik GmbH, Germany

Bomex Chem. Shanghai Co. Ltd., China

ISL Chemical Shanghai Co. Ltd., China

Berlac Hong Kong Ltd, China

Berlac Trading Shenzenz Ltd., China

Berlac Pinturas y Quimicos de México Ltd., Mexico

Warehouse in India

Warehouse in Thailand

Warehouse in Korea

Warehouse in Singapore

BERLAC GROUP:WORLDWIDE LOCATIONS.

BERLAC GROUP:IN BRIEF 2019.

Head Office Berlac Group. Sissach. Switzerland

Production / marketing companies 12Switzerland. Germany. China. Mexico. Poland

Trading companies 2Hong Kong. China

Workforce worldwide > 660

Production volume in tonnes > 27‘000

Sales in CHF million > 185

EU-countriesGermany 38%Rest of EU-countries 62%

BERLAC GROUP:SALES BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION 2019.

17%

58%

16%

9%

Switzerland

Asia

Rest of world

15%

Markings / Flooring

AutomotivePaints / Paste systems

Spectacles / Watchmaking / Jewellery

Release Agents

Paste Systems / PU

Consumer Design (cosmetics packaging, domestic appliances, medical technology, telephony, sanitary fittings, writing implements)

Ski and Board

BERLAC GROUP:SALES BY SECTOR 2019.

40%

18%

4%

14%

12%

5% 4% 3%

Special coatings / IMC / Various

BERLAC AG:IN BRIEF 2019.

Head office and production centre Berlac AG. Sissach. Switzerland

Branches Berlac (Hong Kong) Ltd. Hong KongBerlac Trading (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd. China

Distribution partners China. Czech Republic. Germany. India. Italy. Mexico. Russia. Slovakia. Turkey. USA

Workforce worldwide > 100

Production volume in tonnes > 1,100

Sales in CHF million > 28

BERLAC AG:SALES BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION 2019.

20%

51%

25%EU-countriesGermany 21%

Asia

Switzerland

Rest of world

4%

BERLAC AG: SALES BY SECTOR 2019.

Spectacle frame industry

Sport and leisureConsumer Design in general

Health incl. hearing aidsDomestic applicances / sanitary fittings

Automotive

Watches, jewellery, writing implements

Dealing with challenging materials is all part of our everyday commitment. Our top-quality special and effect coatings are ideal for:• Thermosets and thermoplastics• Ultra-flexible elastomeric substrates, such as liquid and solid silicone, TPU, TPE• Galvanised surfaces• PVD-metallised plastics• Carbon fibre reinforced plastics• Bioplastics from renewable biomass sources• Metal substrates including non-ferrous metals• Aluminium and stainless steel• Glass

BERLAC:AT HOME ON EVERY SURFACE.

BERLAC:COMPREHENSIVE SPECTRUM OF EXPERTISE.

Our extensive programme of products covers the complete range of wetlacquers: • Primers• Clear lacquers• Opaque base coats• Effect and design lacquers• Zapon lacquers• Printing inks designed for screen and pad printing and for roller and casting

processes• Casting-resin lacquers in various grades of hardness• Dye solutions• Pigment preparations based on transparent pigments• Masking and strippable lacquers to provide temporary protection• One and two-component systems• Stoving systems• Air, forced and stove-drying systems• UV-curing systems (conventional and aqueous)• Solvent-based systems• Low-solvent high solids• Waterborne systems

• Automotive• Spectacle frames• Domestic appliances• Hearing aids• Children’s toys• Medical technology• Sanitary fittings• Writing implements• Sport• Watchmaking and jewellery

COATING SOLUTIONS FOR A BROAD RANGE OF APPLICATIONS.

AGENDA.

1 Presentation Berlac Group / Berlac AG2 Berlac solutions for the automotive industry

- One-coat to high-end systems- Berlac® Paint-over-Chrome clear coats- Berlac® PVD primer / top coat- Berlac® Reflexion chrome look from simple lacquer coating- BerlaPrint® screen and pad printing inks- Berlac® Berlaflex for ultra-flexible substrates- Berlac® UV Dual Cure system- Berlac® Basco system for carbon fibre composites

COATING SOLUTIONS FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY.

Inner andouter valuesthat appeal.

Solutions for exterior and interior applications.

BERLAC GROUP:COATING SOLUTIONS FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY.

Our core competences:

• One-coat to high-end systems• Berlac® Paint-over-Chrome clear coats• Berlac® PVD primer / top coat• Berlac® Reflexion chrome look• BerlaPrint® screen and pad printing inks• Berlac® Berlaflex for ultra-flexible substrates• Berlac® UV Dual Cure system• Berlac® Basco system for carbon fibre composites

BERLAC AG:COATING SOLUTIONS FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY.

Source: Audi

VARIETY OF COLOURS WITH BERLAC® ONE-COAT SYSTEMS.

Product profileTested in compliancewith:

• Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • Wide range of plastics and pre-primed metal parts

Application: • One-coat system solvant-based

System: • 2K PUR

Gloss levels: • Semi-glossy• Matt (10-30 GE 60°)

Colours: • Plain colours• Anodized effects• Silver effects• Nacreous effects

Drying parameters: • 30’/80°C

BERLAC® ONE-COAT SYSTEMS:FOR THE MOST EXACTING REQUIREMENTS.

Product profileSpecial properties: • Suitable for interior applications

• Resistant to light, weathering and UV• Excellent resistance to chemicals and creams (sun lotions, solvants,

various cleaning agents)• Excellent abrasion resistance• Smooth and homogenous surface• Broad applicational spectrum• Reliable and easy application• Economical coating solution

OEM approvals: • Anthracite in serial application at Volkswagen Group

BERLAC® ONE-COAT SYSTEMS:FOR THE MOST EXACTING REQUIREMENTS.

Source: Audi

VARIETY OF COLOURS WITH BERLAC® 2- AND 3-COAT SYSTEMS.

BERLAC® 2-COAT SYSTEMS:WITH CONVENTIONAL ORUV DUAL CURE TOP COAT.

Product profileTested in compliancewith:

• Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • Wide range of plastics

Application: • 2-coat system

System: • 2K PUR base coat solvant-based / 2K PUR top coat solvant-based• 2K PUR base coat solvant-based / top coat UV Dual Cure

Gloss levels: • 2K PUR top coat solvent-based: from matt to glossy• UV Dual Cure top coat: from matt to glossy

Colours: • Plain colours• Anodized effects (Rose Gold)• Silver effects• Nacreous effects

Drying parameters: • 30’ - 60’/80°C, w.i.w. possible if applied with conventional top coat• 30’ - 60’/80°C if applied with UV Dual Cure top coat

Product profileSpecial properties: • Suitable for interior applications

• Resistant to light, weathering and UV• Excellent resistance to chemicals and creams (sun lotions, solvants,

various cleaning agents)• Excellent abrasion resistance• Smooth and homogenous surface• Broad applicational spectrum• Reliable and easy application

OEM approvals: • Several colours in serial application at Volkswagen Group and Daimler

BERLAC® 2-COAT SYSTEMS:WITH CONVENTIONAL ORUV DUAL CURE TOP COAT.

BERLAC® 3-COAT-SYSTEMS FOR DEMANDING SUBSTRATES:WITH CONVENTIONAL ORUV DUAL CURE TOP COAT.

Product profileTested in compliancewith:

• Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • Wide range of plastics

Application: • 3-coat system

System: • 2K PUR primer solvant-based / base coat solvant-based / 2K PUR top coat solvant-based

• 2K PUR primer solvant-based / base coat solvant-based / top coat UV Dual Cure

Gloss levels: • 2K PUR top coat solvant-based: from matt to glossy• UV Dual Cure top coat: from matt to glossy

Colours: • Silver effects• Nacreous effects

Drying parameters: • 30’ - 60’/80°C, w.i.w. possible if applied with conventional top coat• 30’ - 60’/80°C if applied UV Dual Cure top coat

Product profileSpecial properties: • Suitable for interior applications

• Resistant to light, weathering and UV• Excellent resistance to chemicals and creams (sun lotions, solvants,

various cleaning agents)• Excellent abrasion resistance• Very good flow and filling power• Broad applicational spectrum

OEM approvals: • Several colours in serial application at Volkswagen Group and Daimler

BERLAC® 3-COAT-SYSTEMS FOR DEMANDING SUBSTRATES:WITH CONVENTIONAL ORUV DUAL CURE TOP COAT.

HIGH-END CHROME LOOK WITH BERLAC® SOLUTIONS.

• Berlac® Paint-over Chrome clear coats• Berlac® PVD primer and top coats• Berlac® Reflexion chrome look from simple lacquer coating

BERLAC® PAINT-OVER-CHROMECLEAR COAT SYSTEMS.

BMW M6: trim in black chrome

Peugeot 406: steering wheel trim

BERLAC® PAINT-OVER-CHROME: INDIVIDUALISING AND PROTECTING ELECTROPLATED SURFACES.

Product profileTested in compliance with: • Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • Different chromium plating

Application: • Single-coat = PUR• Two-coat = PUR / PUR or PUR / UV

System: • 2K PUR system• 1K UV system

Gloss levels: • From matt to glossy

Colours: • Unlimited palette of colours and effects (precious metal imitations, dark chrome look, etc.)

Special properties: • Direct adhesion to different electroplating• Above-average mechanical (Velcro test 10’000 cycles, Crockmeter 5’000 cycles, etc.)

and chemical resistance• Very good resistance to UV an weathering• Very good flow and filling power• Rapid drying• Post-printing possible with screen or pad printing• Pre-treatment with low pressure plasma is essential!

i.e.: https://www.plasma.com/plasmatechnik

OEM approvals: • Interior and exterior serial applications at PSA Group, Fiat, BMW, etc.

BERLAC® CLEAR COAT SYSTEMS (PRIMER / TOP COATS) FORPVD-METALLIZED SURFACES.

Product profileTested in compliance with: • Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • Primer: PC/ABS, ABS• Top coat: different PVD-surfaces

Application: • (Primer PUR/UV) / PVD-metallization / clear coat PUR

Gloss levels: • From matt to glossy

Special properties: • Maintenance of the sophisticated (precious) metal look• Any conceivable type of metallic surface, such as gold, ruthenium, palladium or

anodized effects, etc. can be perfectly imitated by means of tintable top coats• Level of gloss customizable• Suitable for subsequent laser etching to be used in day-/night-design applications• Ideal for subsequent printing• No hazardous splinters and sharp edges in case of a car crash due to flexible layer

thicknesses in the nanometer range (0,1 - 0,3µ)• Excellent scratch, abrasion and chemical resistance• Perfect intermediate adhesion between UV-curing Primer and the PVD layer

BERLAC® CLEAR COAT SYSTEMS (PRIMER / TOP COATS) FORPVD-METALLIZED SURFACES.

Product profileDrying parameters: • With PUR primer = top coat drying 60’ max. 60°C

• With UV Primer = top coat drying 60’ / 60° – 80°C• If PVD layer is not pre-primed = top coat drying 60’ / 60° – 80°C

OEM approvals: • Serial applications at various OEMs

BERLAC® CLEAR COAT SYSTEMS (PRIMER / TOP COATS) FORPVD-METALLIZED SURFACES.

BERLAC® REFLEXION: CHROME LOOK FROM SIMPLE LACQUER COATING.

Product profileTested in compliance with: • TL 226 / TL 211 / DBL 7384 / PC/ABS (T65, T85 XF), PC, ABS

Substrates: • Wide range of common plastics

Application: • 3-coat application essential

System solvent-based: • Primer black/grey: 2K PUR system• Base coat: 2K system• Top coat: 2K PUR system

Gloss levels: • 2K PUR top coat: from matt to glossy

Colours: • Satin Chrome (from Bright to Dark Chrome)• 3Q7• Silver Shadow• Light Silver• Pearl chrome

Drying parameters: • Each layer: 30’/80°C

BERLAC® REFLEXION: CHROME LOOK FROM SIMPLE LACQUER COATING.

Product profileSpecial properties: • Contains no REACH-critical ingredients such as chrome (III) und chrome (VI)

• Intermediate drying essential!• Suitable for exterior and interior applications• Broad applicational spectrum regarding component sizes, shapes and

thicknesses as well as range of substrates• Above-average scratch and abrasion resistance and excellent resistance to

various chemicals• Non-brittle coating solution for filigree and thin-walled components thanks to

ultra-thin, elastic coats• Laser-engravable for day/night designs: with possible rear-lighting of symbols,

e.g. switches• Translucent for applications on semi-transparent plastics, e.g. for creating

ambient lighting• Designed for post-process printing by means of pad printing application

OEM approvals: • Various colours in serial application at Volkswagen Group and Daimler

BERLAC® REFLEXION: CHROME LOOK FROM SIMPLE LACQUER COATING.

primer coloured

20 - 25 µm

Base coat 12 - 16 my

top coat30 – 35 µm

Standard solution

Substrate

Primercoloured

20 - 25 my

Top coat30 - 35 my

BERLAC® REFLEXION:APPLICATION.

35

top coat 21 µm

primer blackhigh-gloss

15 µm

Berlac® Reflexion

Primer black/greyhigh gloss

15 my

Top coat 21 my

primer coloured

20 - 25 µm

Base coat 12 - 16 my

top coat30 – 35 µm

Standard solution

Plastic substrate

Primercoloured

20 - 25 my

Top coat30 - 35 my

Plastic substrate

Berlac® Reflexion(special pigment)

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BERLAC® REFLEXION:APPLICATION.

Conventionalsilver pigment

Heterogeneous surface• less intensive flop• reduced reflection

PIGMENTS:KEY FACTOR AFFECTING REFLECTANCE.

6

Reflexion pigment

Homogeneous surface• more intensive flop• enhanced reflection

Heterogeneous surface• less intensive flop• reduced reflection

Conventionalsilver pigment

7

PIGMENTS:KEY FACTOR AFFECTING REFLECTANCE.

BERLAC® REFLEXION:APPLICATIONAL SPECTRUM.

Exterior Interior

• Audi: Door trims SQ7

• VW: Decorative trim in front lamps Golf VII

• Porsche: Diffuser in front fender Panamera

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BERLAC® REFLEXION:SERIAL APPLICATIONS EXTERIOR.

• Daimler: Translucent touch control ringin steering wheel, E-class

• Daimler: Air diffusers in dashboardE-class Convertible 2017

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BERLAC® REFLEXION:SERIAL APPLICATIONS INTERIOR.

• Daimler: Center console frame- C-Class BR 205- E-Class BR 213

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BERLAC® REFLEXION:SERIAL APPLICATIONS INTERIOR.

BERLAPRINT®:SCREEN AND PAD PRINTING INKS.

Product profile 784.XXX.XXXTested in compliancewith:

• Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • Plastics• Base coats• Metals: precious metals, steel, aluminium (aluminium sheets are first

printed either partially or on full surface and subsequently punched, deep-drawn and back-moulded with plastic)

Application: • 1-coat or multi-coats

System: • 2K acrylic-polyol printing ink for screen and pad printing applications

Gloss levels: • From matt to glossy

Colours: • Unlimited range of possible colours

Drying parameters: • 30’-60’/80°C• 20’-30’/140°C-160°C

BERLAPRINT®:SCREEN AND PAD PRINTING INKS.

Product profile 784.XXX.XXXSpecial properties: • Suitable for interior applications

• Fast drying and thus suitable for inline processing cycles• Excellent light, weather and UV resistance• Excellent direct adhesion on plastics, metals and base coats• Highly resistant to chemical and mechanical impact (120’000 strokes)• High temperature resistance• Long-lasting forming flexibility; no stress-whitening• Brilliant look

OEM approvals: • Various colours in serial application at Volkswagen Group and Daimler

BERLAPRINT®:SCREEN AND PAD PRINTING INKS.

BERLAC® BERLAFLEX:2K SYSTEM TRANSPARENT / OPAQUE.

Product profile 041.XXX.XXXTested in compliance with: • Complying with the most common specifications of European car

manufacturers

Substrates: • Ultra-flexible plastics, such as PUR elastomers, polyamides, soft-PVC, pre-treated silicone (low pressure plasma)

Application: • 1-coat or multi-coats solvant-based

System: • 2K PUR

Gloss levels: • From matt to glossy

Colours: • Opaque, metallic, transparent, transparent coloured

Drying: • 30 - 90’ / 60°C - 110°C

Special properties: • Suitable for interior applications• Very high elasticity (up to -35° C)• High filling power• Resistant to light, weather and UV• Excellent adhesion on ultra-flexible plastics

OEM approvals: • Various colours in serial application at Volkswagen Group, Daimler and PSA Group

BERLAC® BERLAFLEX:2K SYSTEM TRANSPARENT / OPAQUE.

BERLAC® UV DUAL CURE SYSTEMS:SUSTAINABLE SURFACE PROTECTION.

Product profile 082.XXX.XXXTested in compliancewith:

• Complying with the most common specifications of European car manufacturers

Substrates: • PA (also white, no yellowing!), PC, PC/ABS, base coats

System: • UV Dual Cure clear coat on a urethane-acrylate basis

Gloss levels: • From matt to glossy

Colours: • Transparent• Transparent pigmentable version «piano black» compellingly in

combination with black substrates

Drying / curing: • Oven/UV, UV/oven, IR/UV, IR/oven/UV, IR/UV/oven

Special properties: • Above-average scratch and abrasion resistance • Excellent resistance to a range of chemicals• High level of transparency• Very good flow properties • Perfect direct adhesion to plastic surface• Printable version available

BERLAC® UV DUAL CURE SYSTEMS:SUSTAINABLE SURFACE PROTECTION.

Product profile 082.xxx.xxxOEM approvals: • Various approvals for interior applications available

Advantage of UV coatingover conventional PUR clear coat systems:

• Reduction in processing times as lacquer is cured in seconds• Greater economy thanks to shorter cycle times• Lower energy consumption for heating and venting components• Less space required for machinery and lower investment costs• Reduced emissions thanks to low-VOC formulation• Superior surface properties• Complete curing ensured even with complex component geometries

BERLAC® UV DUAL CURE SYSTEMS:SUSTAINABLE SURFACE PROTECTION.

BERLAC® BASCO :CARBON COATINGS.

Product profile 53-0007-340Tested in compliance with: • TL 211 / TL 226 / DBL 7384

Substrates: • Carbon fibre composites

Application satisfyingautomotive standards:

• As primer for Berlac® BascoClear top coats 54-01XX-34X

System: • 2K PUR clear coat, UV stabilized

Gloss levels: • High-gloss• Matt

Colours: • Tintable

Drying parameters: • 60’/80°C (60’/60°C in development)

OEM approvals: • Various serial applications at different OEMs

CARBON COATING SYSTEMS:BERLAC® BASCOPRIME FILLER.

Properties 53-0007-340 Advantages

Greatest possible transparency: • Perfect carbon look, even from a distance

Excellent adhesion: • No film splintering after mechanical impact, GT0 on epoxy resin

No pinholes: • Saving time and material, suitable for ultra-light construction

High solids content: • Improved depth effect of the carbon structure

Highly tuned thixotropy: • Greatest possible coat thickness achievable in one single painting process (until 150 μm)

Easy sandability and polishing: • Saving time and polishing material

Rapid drying with long pot life: • Less waste in material• Efficient process

Effective handling: • Less waste in material• Less overspray

CARBON COATING SYSTEMS:BERLAC® BASCOPRIME FILLER.

Product profile 54-01XX-34XTested in compliance with: • TL 211 / TL 226 / DBL 7384

Substrates: • Carbon fibre composites

Application satisfyingautomotive standards:

• With primer BascoPrime 53-0007-340 high-gloss

System: • 2K PUR clear coat, UV stabilized

Gloss levels: • High-gloss• Matt• Semi-glossy available on request (mixed with 54-0131-345)

Colours: • Transparent, not tintable

Drying parameters: • Topcoat: 60’/80°C (54-0111-341 and 54-0131-345)• Topcoat: 60’/60°C or 30’/80°C (54-0115-341) respectively

CARBON COATING SYSTEMS:BERLAC® BASCOCLEAR TOP COATS.

Product profile 54-01XX-34XSpecial properties: • Above-average scratch and abrasion resistance and excellent resistance

to a range of chemicals (engine oil, petrol, brake fluid, diesel, cream, cleaning agents, etc.)

• UV-resistant until 4800h in compliance with VDA• Non-brittle and thus suitable for delicate and thin-walled components• Paint film has a highly tuned thixotropy allowing application of the

greatest possible coat thickness• Greatest possible transparency for the perfect carbon look without

yellowness• Rapid drying with long pot life• Temperature resistance: 120° 500h db 0,97 / dE 1,04

180° 2h db 0,17 / dE 0,25

Applicational spectrum: • Interior uses• Exterior uses• Engine compartment

OEM approvals: • Numerous serial applications at different OEMs

CARBON COATING SYSTEMS:BERLAC® BASCOCLEAR TOP COATS.

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