ANOCHROME

The Opportunity

Anochrome is one of Europe’s leading providers of specialist surface coatings, corrosion protection and thread-locking sealant systems for performance critical products in demanding environments.
Through its six trading divisions, Anochrome, WEP, Inlex, Anocote Technologies, Anocote Polska and Anocote, it expertly processes tens of millions of components every week for a wide range of domestic and international customers.
Anochrome operates from six facilities – four in the West Midlands, one in Poland and one in the Czech Republic. Each division has its own unique specialities and capabilities, but all are united in a commitment to reliability, service and excellence.
The Group has built a strong reputation for its technical expertise and has long-standing customer relationships across a diverse range of end markets. It serves a broad customer base across a range of sectors, including automotive, construction, industrial fixings, motorsport, renewables and aerospace.

The Investment

Endless acquired the business in a management buyout from long-standing family ownership. Anochrome has been trading for over 80 years, with the management buy-out representing an exciting new chapter for the Group. With the support of Endless, the Group is exceptionally well positioned to accelerate future investment, strengthen its capabilities, and continue delivering long-term innovation and growth.