An innovative producer of leading edge products.

A positive, long-lasting impression through every link of our company.

Cortec® commits to continued development of processes and products that are useful, on-hazardous to the environment, and recyclable whenever possible.

Respect and treat our colleagues, customers, and vendors as we would our own family members.

In today’s world there are many complex problems. But when it comes to solving them, one simple fact shines through: you must first acknowledge that there is a problem. The fact is, corrosion is an incredibly destructive force facing everyone who works with metal. In the United States alone, corrosion costs industry and ultimately the consumer over 350 billion dollars. But that is only part of the story. Many corrosion protection methods employed are less than effective and worse, are inherently damaging to the earth’s environment. In 1977, as a fledgling company working out of a garage in St. Paul, Minnesota, we had a vision to effectively combat the devastating effects of corrosion, while at the same time creating environmentally friendly alternatives to existing methods of corrosion protection. Through commitment, hard work, and extensive research and development we pioneered the application and distribution of Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibiting (VpCI™) and Migratory Corrosion Inhibiting (MCI®) technologies. First we developed nitrite-free multimetal VpCI™ products. Then we expanded into environmentally acceptable water-based liquids to replace polluting oil and solventbased coatings. Now we are producing a full line of multifunctional products that promise unparalleled benefits to you, our customer.

Through the years, Cortec® Corporation has grown to become the world’s leader in corrosion protection technology, but regardless of how large we become, the vision and commitment we began with in that little garage will always remain: to provide corrosion protection to help you increase profits, improve product quality and reduce waste and pollution.

Cortec® Corporation is a recipient of NACE International Distinguished Organization Award for excellence in corrosion protection technologies (2004). The way we look at it, being a world-leader in VpCI™/MCI® technology has its responsibilities.

Cortec’s strong environmental concern is demonstrated in the design and manufacturing of products that protect materials of all kinds from environmental degradation. A strong commitment to produce recyclable products made from sustainable resources has been and will be our future policy.

Cortec’s Customer Service Representatives are here to give you the sales support and coordination services you need. With years of experience and extensive product knowledge, you can count on these professionals to handle all the details and give you the answers you require. Our staff includes individuals dedicated to both domestic and international markets.

Our full staff of chemists, engineers, and researchers utilizes the latest technology and testing methods to develop Cortec’s vast product line. With the industry’s highest level of investment in research and development, Cortec® is deeply committed to exceeding the standards of quality and effectiveness. Today, the company owns numerous patents in both VpCI™ and MCI® technologies. In 1998, and again in 2000, Cortec® was included in the top 50 technology companies of Minnesota.

Regardless of your application needs, Cortec® meets your critical standards. Our fully integrated production facility - the world’s largest - puts VpCI™/MCI® technology to work. Combining our Coated Products, Advanced Films, Spray Technologies, and EcoCortec/Europe plants along with the Rawn AMERICA™, BullFrog®, and Eco Product lines, Cortec® offers a lifetime of protection. So, whether your needs center on manufacturing, packaging, or preservation, we can put VpCI™/MCI® technology and its benefits to work for you. Cortec® utilizes the Quality Management System (QMS) and is the only ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified supplier of VpCI™/MCI® products in the world.

From its six plants and international warehousing, Cortec® provides Just-in-time (JIT) delivery to all of its customers and distributors across the world. Responsible for inventory and warehouse management, procurement of raw materials, and expediting all shipping and receiving mandates, these professionals make it happen. On time. Everytime.

Cortec’s Headquarters is not only the World’s largest plant producing VpCI™/MCI® products, but also the center for integrated chemical manufacturing, blending, warehousing, R&D, customer service, and corporate offices.

Our products are packaged in quality containers that meet international shipping standards.

Cortec® Spray Technologies has provided quality manufacturing for over forty years and is quickly becoming one of the major aerosol/ chemical suppliers to the electrical, electronic, industrial, maintenance, and repair industries. In Spooner, Wisconsin we have a 24,000 sq. feet (2,400 sq. meters) facility with numerous filling lines to handle a wide variety of package sizes.

Cortec® Coated Products manufacturers coated specialty paper and board for the printing and packaging industry. Cortec® Coated Products is based on a culture of high standards, manufacturing high quality coated papers, while providing superior service for our customers. Cortec® Coated Products builds on its experience in this specialized field to remain a forerunner in the coated paper industry. Complete converting and supercalendering capabilities are available.

Cortec® Advanced Films manufactures a variety of high performance, custom, flexible films including unique biodegradable films made from sustainable resources. With 16 extruders and a width capacity from 3 inches to 40 feet (7.5 cm to 12 meters), Cortec® Advanced Films is capable of producing monolayer and coextruded films for the most demanding applications. Formulations include VpCI™, ESD, Flame Retardant, UV stable, FDA approved, shrink, stretch, adhesive, biodegradable, and more.

Cortec® Corporation is a company that has always believed it is not good enough to just meet customer needs: you must anticipate them. That’s what it means to be an innovator. Currently, Cortec® supplies innovative corrosion protection solutions to the petrochemical, metalworking, telecommunications, electronics/ electrical, utility, construction, military/government, marine, basic metals, automotive, and equipment maintenance markets. We are expanding into new markets and creating new applications every day. For example, we have developed new technologies in the field of specialty chemical additives (i.e., paint, elastomers, plastics, etc.), new and exciting building blocks for water treatment and process industries emphasizing environmentally safe VpCI™ molecules, and new products for the preservation or restoration of concrete structures using MCI®, technology. Spray Technologies is quickly becoming one of the major aerosol/chemical suppliers to the electrical, electronic, industrial, maintenance, and repair industries. Along with manufacturing Rawn AMERICA™, Cortec® MRO Industrial, BullFrog®, and Eco Product Lines, Spray Technologies pioneered the development of EcoAir® an environmentally friendly aerosol product. We also provide contract fill services for numerous brands of aerosols. Learn more about Rawn AMERICA™ brand products at www.rawnamerica.com. Our BullFrog® line of consumer products combines high technology, environmental acceptability, and user safety. BullFrog®, safer for the pond we live in. Visit Bull Frog’s website at www.bull-frog.com. Both Advanced Films and EcoCortec uniquely position Cortec® as a primary manufacturer of VpCI™ Film packaging products. We compound, extrude, print, and convert our own wide range of film products. Coated Products produces revolutionary moisture barrier linerboard that is both recyclable and repulpable, giving our customers an environmentally friendly alternative to wax coated corrugated boxes. For more information on what Cortec’s full range of products and services can do for you, call us, write us, or visit our website at www.cortecvci.com.