The LAPONITE additive has become an integral part of the BYK range. It was added to the portfolio in 2013 with the acquisition of the rheology business of the US company Rockwood. Rheology additives are additives that optimize the flow behavior of a wide variety of materials, such as paints or cosmetic products.

With Rockwood's production facilities in Germany, England and the USA, BYK is not only expanding its product range, but also tapping into new growth potential. BYK can now enter new fields of application, such as the development of additives for natural gas extraction. The acquisition of four sites with 350 employees is the largest in BYK's history to date.

Under the motto "One BYK", numerous areas will be merged in the coming years, in particular sales and research and development. The technical expertise of the two companies is fundamentally - different and this is precisely where the great potential for innovation lies. Both partners are approaching the process with open-mindedness and consistency. The acquisition of Rockwood turns out to be a "perfect fit" for BYK, the perfect partnership.