Kolene

Kolene is the brand name used by Kolene Corporation for a family of metal-finishing technologies and services. The company specializes in electrochemical cleaning and surface pretreatment of ferrous and nonferrous metal parts, with a focus on rust removal, scale elimination, and preparation for downstream coatings.

Key processes include electrolytic rust removal and electrolytic cleaning, which employ an electrolyte bath to dissolve contaminants from metal surfaces. Kolene also offers descaling and stainless steel passivation to improve corrosion resistance after cleaning. In addition to process technologies, the company provides equipment, system design, installation, and field service for industrial customers.

Typical applications span automotive components, machinery parts, fasteners, and other metal items that require controlled cleaning and surface preparation prior to plating, coating, or painting. Kolene emphasizes waste treatment and closed-loop water management to meet regulatory requirements and reduce environmental impact.

Historically, Kolene has supplied turnkey finishing lines and services to manufacturers worldwide, with a focus on safer, lower-waste finishing processes and ongoing compliance with environmental regulations.