Trame S.r.l.
Trame S.r.l. is an Italian family-owned industrial service provider founded in 1955, offering cyanide-free galvanic surface treatments (zinc plating, blackening, manganese phosphating) to metal manufacturers primarily in Emilia-Romagna from a single Zola Predosa facility.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1955
- HeadquartersZola Predosa, Italy
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Trame S.r.l. does
Trame S.r.l. is an Italian family-owned industrial service provider specializing in galvanic surface treatments for metal components, founded on November 23, 1955 in Bologna as TRattamento Antiruggine MEtalli (anti-rust treatment of metals). The company operates from a purpose-built facility in Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, relocated there in 2021 to replace the original Via Boccioni site with higher-technology equipment. Core services include cyanide-free alkaline zinc plating (zincatura alcalina), bluing/blackening (brunitura), and manganese phosphating (fosfatazione al manganese), offered in both static and rotary processing modes through rotobarili (barrel) and telai (frame) lines capable of handling parts up to 3.30 m in length and 500 kg in weight.
The underlying technology is process-chemistry driven rather than software-driven: electrolytic zinc deposition without cyanide yields more uniform zinc distribution and superior red-corrosion resistance compared to acidic or cyanide methods; blackening relies on oxidation in a boiling concentrated alkaline solution; manganese phosphating deposits a 4-12 µm manganese phosphate layer at approximately 85 °C. Process differentiation is supported by ISO 9001 and ISO 14001:2025 certifications, an on-site 160,000 kWh/year photovoltaic system (avoiding ~85,000 kg CO2/year), and membership in Assogalvanica and Confindustria Emilia Area Centro. Throughput is approximately 3,000,000 kg of material treated and 30,000 orders processed annually.
Trame generates revenue by providing quote-based surface treatment services to industrial B2B customers, primarily metal manufacturers requiring corrosion protection, wear resistance, or aesthetic finishing as a final production step. Pricing is determined by material weight, dimensions, and treatment complexity and is not publicly disclosed. Distribution is direct from the single Zola Predosa facility to customers concentrated in Emilia-Romagna, with go-to-market driven by direct relationships, industry reputation, and inbound contacts through phone, email, and a website contact form. The company has 11 employees and is currently administered by Giorgio Cevolani and Vittorio Lipari, representing second/third-generation family ownership with no external investors or parent company.
Trame S.r.l. firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Trame S.r.l.
- Legal name
- Trame S.r.l.
- Website
- https://trame.eu
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1955
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Trame S.r.l. is an Italian family-owned industrial service provider founded in 1955, offering cyanide-free galvanic surface treatments (zinc plating, blackening, manganese phosphating) to metal manufacturers primarily in Emilia-Romagna from a single Zola Predosa facility.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Trame S.r.l. industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Industrial Metal Surface Treatment Services
- NAICS
- Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring (332813), Coating, Engraving, Heat Treating, and Allied Activities (33281)
- SIC
- Industrial Inorganic Chemicals (2810), Miscellaneous Chemical Products (2890)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Electroplating & Metal Finishing (Anodizing/Galvanizing/Passivation) (IMAIAKAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Protective Coatings, Galvanizing & Metal Finishing for Structural Steel (IMADACAK), Industrial Protective Coatings (Steel/Concrete/Equipment) (IMAIAKAB), Industrial & Commercial Painting/Coatings/Surface Treatment (IMAIAAAK)
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Where Trame S.r.l. is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Zola Predosa
- HQ country
- Italy
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Trame S.r.l. business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Surface treatment services: Trame generates revenue through providing galvanic surface treatment services including alkaline galvanizing, blackening, and manganese phosphating for metal components. Services are priced based on material weight, dimensions, and treatment complexity.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels5 records
Trame S.r.l. product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Trame S.r.l. provides outsourced galvanic surface treatment services for metal components, including cyanide-free alkaline electrolytic zinc plating (zincatura alcalina), blackening/brunitura, and manganese phosphating. Each treatment is offered in both static and rotary configurations, capable of processing parts up to 3.30 m length, 0.60 m width, 1.30 m height, and 500 kg weight. The company delivers corrosion protection, wear resistance, and aesthetic finishing for industrial manufacturers from its Zola Predosa facility.
Product overview
Trame S.r.l. is a galvanic metal treatment company offering three core surface treatment services: zinc plating (zincatura alcalina), bluing/blackening (brunitura), and manganese phosphatizing (fosfatazione al manganese). Each service is available in both static and rotary processing variants. The company operates from a new facility in Zola Predosa established in 2021, serving industrial customers with anti-rust and surface protection treatments for metal components.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Zincatura alcalina statica e rotativa (Cyanide-free alkaline zinc plating)
Quantifiable outcome
- 3,000,000 kg of material treated annually
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Trame S.r.l.
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Trame S.r.l. technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Trame S.r.l. partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered industry.
- AssogalvanicaindustryMember of Assogalvanica, the Italian association for galvanic surface treatment companies, providing industry representation and networking.
- Confindustria Emilia Area CentroindustryMember of Confindustria Emilia Area Centro, the regional representative of Italy's main industry federation, providing institutional support and industry advocacy.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Trame S.r.l. competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Atotech: Global leader in chemistry for plating, surface finishing, and electronics. Directly comparable to Trame in electrolytic plating chemistry and process technology, though operating at global scale rather than regional Italian job-shop scale.
- SurTec International: German-based specialty chemicals supplier for surface treatments including zinc plating and phosphating processes. Comparable to Trame in core electrolytic and chemical surface-treatment technologies.
- Kiesow Oberflächentechnik: German metal finishing chemicals and process provider. Comparable European SME-scale player to Trame in surface treatment technology and customer segments.
- NOF Metal Coatings: Specialty anti-corrosion coatings including zinc flake coatings for industrial fasteners and automotive applications. Directly comparable to Trame in corrosion-protective surface treatment technology.
- Coventya: European provider of specialty chemicals for metal surface finishing, including zinc plating and phosphating — directly overlapping Trame's core processes. Closest direct competitor at European specialty-chemical scale.
Broad incumbents
- Quaker Houghton: Industrial chemicals supplier including metal surface treatment solutions. Overlaps with Trame in industrial metal finishing but as part of a much broader fluid and chemical management portfolio.
- Element Solutions Inc: Specialty chemicals platform parent of Atotech, Coventya, and MacDermid Enthone. Relevant as the consolidated competitive platform that supplies chemistry and competes for the same end customers as Trame.
- MacDermid Enthone Electronics Solutions: Major surface finishing solutions provider with broad portfolio spanning electronics, industrial, and decorative finishes. Overlaps with Trame in plating chemistry but serves a much wider customer base.
- Chemetall (BASF Coatings): Global surface treatment chemicals supplier owned by BASF. Overlaps with Trame's pretreatment and finishing chemistry across multiple industries but as part of a much broader coatings portfolio.
- Henkel (Bonderite / Surface Treatment): Global chemical conglomerate with surface treatment portfolio including Bonderite conversion coatings. Overlaps with Trame in pretreatment chemistry but operates at global diversified scale.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Trame S.r.l. social profiles
Digital presenceTrame S.r.l. compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Trame S.r.l. financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Trame S.r.l. leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Trame S.r.l. funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Trame S.r.l. M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Trame S.r.l.
What does Trame S.r.l. do?
Trame S.r.l. provides outsourced galvanic surface treatment services for metal components, including cyanide-free alkaline electrolytic zinc plating (zincatura alcalina), blackening/brunitura, and manganese phosphating. Each treatment is offered in both static and rotary configurations, capable of processing parts up to 3.30 m length, 0.60 m width, 1.30 m height, and 500 kg weight. The company delivers corrosion protection, wear resistance, and aesthetic finishing for industrial manufacturers from its Zola Predosa facility.
Is Trame S.r.l. a public or private company?
Trame S.r.l. is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Trame S.r.l. founded?
Trame S.r.l. was founded in 1955. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Trame S.r.l. based?
Trame S.r.l. is headquartered in Zola Predosa, Italy, in the Europe region.
How does Trame S.r.l. make money?
One revenue line is on record: surface treatment services.
Who are Trame S.r.l.'s main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Atotech, SurTec International, Kiesow Oberflächentechnik, NOF Metal Coatings and Coventya. Broad incumbents are Quaker Houghton, Element Solutions Inc, MacDermid Enthone Electronics Solutions, Chemetall (BASF Coatings) and Henkel (Bonderite / Surface Treatment).
Does Trame S.r.l. have an API?
No public API is recorded for Trame S.r.l..
What industry is Trame S.r.l. in?
Trame S.r.l.'s product category is Industrial Metal Surface Treatment Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAIAKAE, Electroplating & Metal Finishing (Anodizing/Galvanizing/Passivation), with a secondary code of IMADACAK, Protective Coatings, Galvanizing & Metal Finishing for Structural Steel. Its NAICS code is 332813 and its SIC code is 2810.