Dr. Andreas Kratzer

LEONHARD KURZ is a leading international company in thin-film technology and a market leader in the hot stamping field. With more than 5,500 employees, the surface specialist develops and produces wafer-thin decorative and functional coatings to visually and functionally enhance a wide range of products. Surface decorations from KURZ can be found on car parts, smartphones, laptops, furniture, packaging, books, textiles, labels, and bank cards, to name but a few applications. KURZ transfer products are used in different ways to decorate a wide variety of products. As surface finishing, they enhance brands. And as adhesive seals, paper, or plastic labels, they identify goods. Transfer products from the KURZ Group protect surfaces and prevent counterfeiting. Combining visual elements with digital functionalities, they provide product protection, ensure product safety, and create a virtual brand experience. From unique design to intelligent features, KURZ offers complete solutions for surfaces - from project consulting and machine and tool technology, through to sustainable finishing solutions with KURZ recycling. The KURZ Group operates at more than 30 sites worldwide and produces under standardized quality and environmental standards in Europe, Asia, and the USA. With a global network of subsidiaries, representatives, and sales offices, the surface specialist ensures short paths, reliable delivery, and individual on-site support.