Welcome to the future of surface finishing. With advanced decorative technology, functional foils, and a global presence, we turn vision into reality.
KURK is recognized as a world leader in thin-film technology, operating through a strong network that spans over 50 countries worldwide.
Our network includes 10 strategically located plants across regions such as Europe, Asia, and the Americas, along with more than 30 subsidiaries, research and development centers, and sales offices. This global structure not only ensures our ability to efficiently serve international markets, but also enables us to create innovative solutions tailored to local demands.
With more than 125 years of history, KURZ has established itself as a pioneer in the field of hot stamping and decorative foil technology. Since its foundation in 1899, the company has been dedicated to continuous innovation, investing in research and development to improve its technologies and expand its capacities.
KURK is recognized as a world leader in thin-film technology, operating with a strong network that is spread through more than 50 countries around the world.
KURZ’s management in Latin America is directly connected to the company’s global structure, guaranteeing that KURZ’s innovations and excellence standards are present in every local operation. Led by experienced professionals, the management team works to adapt global solutions to the demands and particularities of each country in Latin America.
With more than 5,800 collaborators worldwide, KURZ counts on specialists in research and development, engineers, quality managers and customer service professionals. All of them are committed to offer the best technological solutions and services to our regional customers.
KURZ was one of the first companies to develop the metallization process of plastic film by vacuum vaporization, an innovation that has revolutionized the market and established new standards in the industry of surface finishing.
Professional and innovative team
The global success of KURZ is boosted by a team with more than 5,800 employees highly qualified spread through different regions in the world.
Our global team is composed of specialists in research and development, engineers, quality managers, and customer service professionals, all committed to provide the best technological and service solutions to our clients.
Global management structure
Our global management structure is designed to guarantee that the customers’ local needs are met in a fast and efficient manner.
We rely on specialized regional teams who are qualified to adapt global innovations to the specific needs of each market. This hybrid approach – global and local – guarantees that our company remains close to your clients, understanding their exclusive demands and offering customized technical support and solutions suitable to each need.
Our commitments to sustainability are one of the central pillars that guide all our global operations. KURZ adopts a holistic approach for sustainability, incorporating responsible practices in all development and production stages. Our head office adheres to strict international certification standards, including EN ISO 9001 (quality management), ISO 50001 (energy management), and ISO 14001 (environmental management), ensuring that our operations consistently align with the best practices in sustainable management.
KURZ was a pioneer in implementing processes that minimize the use of natural resources and reduce environmental impact throughout its entire value chain. Our production processes are carefully designed to optimize the use of raw materials, minimize residues, and reduce energy consumption. It includes the use of biomass-based solvents and the development of technologies that extend the product’s service life, contributing to a circular economy.
We offer a portfolio of technological solutions that covers a wide range of markets and sectors.
We provide surface finishing technologies that combine aesthetics and functionality for both the interior and exterior of vehicles. Our solutions are widely used by the main world motor vehicle assemblers, offering decorative and functional finishing that increases the durability and design of the automotive components.
KURZ is a leading supplier in coatings for electronic devices, such as smart phones, tablets, and wearables, providing protection and innovative visual finishing meeting the aesthetic and durability requirements of such products.
Our hot stamping technology is widely used in health and beauty products packaging, providing premium finishing that highlights the brand and guarantees the integrity of the products.
KURZ is also one of the main suppliers of security solutions to protect products and documents against forgery. Our security technologies, such as KINEGRAM®, are widely used by governments worldwide to protect passports, banknotes, and other high-security documents.
Discover how KURZ do Brasil is leading innovation and delivering state-of-the-art technological solutions to the Brazilian market.
CEO of the KURZ Group
As CEO of KURZ Group, Dr. Andreas Hirschfelder is the person in charge of the global strategic direction of the company.
Senior Executive Vice President of Industrial Products and Applications
Markus Hoffmann, in charge of the area of industrial products and applications at KURZ, performs a crucial role in the adaptation of the global technologies for the specific needs of the market.
Senior Executive Vice President of Global Finance
Dirk Bockwinkel acts as Senior Executive Vice-President of Global Finance at KURZ, supervising the financial management and the economic growth of the company in all markets.
Senior Executive Vice President of Transfer Products
Thomas Hertlein, with wide experience at KURZ Transfer Products, is one of the main persons in charge of the expansion of the business of KURZ.
Senior Executive Vice President of Global Technology
Ralph Hopfensitz, person in charge of the area of global technology at KURZ, plays an essential role in the supervision of technological innovations and in the development of technical solutions to the global markets.
Senior Executive Vice President of the Security Business Area
Peter Mühlfelder, as Senior Executive Vice-President of the area of security business, official documents, and banknotes. He is in charge of leading the security operations of KURZ.
Senior Executive Vice President of the Plastic Decoration Area
Rainer Süßmann, person in charge of the general plastics area at KURZ, plays an important role in the adaptation of the solutions to the whole sector of plastics, including the automotive and promoting innovations in surface technologies.
Member of the Board in Charge of the Digital Strategies
Michael Brugger, as member of the board of KURZ, he is in charge of leading the company’s digital strategies, developing and implementing digital scripts in the business and manufacturing, focusing on boosting the digitalization in the global markets.
With a robust network of facilities and subsidiaries, KURZ is present in more than 50 countries around the world. Below is a detailed overview of KURZ’s main global headquarters and operations, strategically located to efficiently serve local markets, guaranteeing technical support, innovation and quality services.
We are your one-stop provider for complete solutions. The KURZ Group’s brand portfolio offers a wide range of expertise and technological solutions for a wide range of applications and industry sectors.
Highly efficient machinery for effects of top finishing in plastic pipes, tubes, and glass bottles.
Leading security solutions in the world market for governmental documents – Protecting the identities of citizens today and in the future.
Customized digital products and services – streamline your processes and improve your users’ experiences
The highest accuracy in tools and devices make each product a piece of art.