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About BS coatings
Protecting the future
BS coatings develops and commercialises coating solutions intended for the hydrocarbons, water, industry and building markets.
Knowledge of markets, the development of high performance technologies, a reactive organisation and global technical support are just some of the strengths that position BS coatings as a leading player in the anticorrosion and functional coatings sector.
History – Some key dates
For soon 70 years, BS COATINGS has been protecting the future:
1945
Creation of BITUMES SPÉCIAUX
by Total, Pont-à-Mousson and Vallourec
The story begins by the filing of a patent: CARBOPLAST
1970s
Diversification
Launch of new product ranges in response to changes in pipe coating techniques:
- Epoxy powders, EUROKOTE®
- Polyurethanes, ENDOPRENE®
Creation of an industrial thermal coatings department
1980s
Expansion into new markets
The expertise acquired in the protection of buried pipelines led the company to develop a range of coatings for hydrocarbon storage tanks and for industry.
1990s
Between performance and innovation
Increased R&D potential
Anticipation of new HSE requirements
Optimisation of production unit performance
Development of solvent free coatings
1998
New identity
To reflect the company’s evolution, Bitumes Spéciaux becomes BS COATINGS.
Since 2009
International perspectives
A new dynamic inspired by the new shareholder, BSR GROUP
2011
A Strengthened worldwide presence
BSR Group becomes AXSON, a world leader in high-performance polymer formulation.
2012
BS coatings
BS coatings becomes the Coatings Business Unit of the AXSON Group.
2015
Recovery of BS COATINGS as a legal entity name.