Arteco teams up with Arom-dekor for sustainable coolants production

Arteco, a leading developer and manufacturer of quality antifreeze coolants and heat transfer fluids for automotive and industrial applications based in Belgium, announced a partnership with Arom-dekor Kemi, a Swedish company specialising in the production and distribution of chemicals and chemical-related products, to unlock the environmental and economic benefits of purification and recycling of used de-icing fluids as base fluid in the production of coolants.

Arom-dekor Kemi is part of the Vilokan Group of companies, whose core business is based on environmental technology, water purification and recycling. 

By joining forces, the two organisations aim to close the loop of an otherwise finite source, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to a sustainable future.

This partnership, primarily with mono propylene glycol (MPG), brings together Arteco’s expertise in coolants and Vilokan’s cutting-edge recycling technology – allowing them to offer customers a more sustainable low-toxic option by switching from virgin resources to a recycled drop-in ingredient.

Mono propylene glycol, also known as propylene glycol (PG), is a major component of de-icing solutions for cars, airplanes, and boats.

The cooperation between Arteco and Arom-dekor Kemi will not only have a positive environmental impact but also deliver economic benefits. By optimising resource recovery, the partners will contribute to a more sustainable and cost-effective waste management system. Additionally, the recovered materials can be reintroduced into the supply chain, promoting a closed-loop approach that reduces reliance on virgin resources.

“We are excited to embark on this cooperation with Arom-dekor Kemi,” says Alexandre Moireau, general manager of Arteco. “By combining our strengths, we unlock the potential of recycling, not only benefiting the environment but also creating economic opportunities. Together we help pave the way for a better shared future.”

 “This strategic cooperation represents a significant milestone in our mission to recycling. Arteco, a leading coolant manufacturer in Europe, is the first customer to integrate the recycled MPG into their coolants. Together, we are taking an important step forward in building a more sustainable world,” says Christian Lundell, CEO of Arom-dekor Kemi.

Both Arteco and Arom-dekor Kemi are committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship. By combining their shared values, they will drive forward the circular economy and accelerate the transition to a more sustainable and resource-efficient society. They aim as well to inspire other industry players to adopt more sustainable practices.