Sophisticated, contemporary silver jewellery is a popular accessory the world over. It’s the finishing touch to an outfit and makes a statement about the wearer’s personality. In the age of online shop-ping, consumers have far more transparent access to the market. So they’re increasingly discerning when it comes to materials, workmanship, design appeal and value for money – they shop around! They judge the value of a piece on the intricate details and shapes that make it gleam and sparkle from every angle. And, of course, on price – especially for mass-produced items. The key to competitive edge in today’s global market is maximum quality at minimum production cost.

[Manual surface processing is particularly common in the jewellery sector. But it’s time-consuming, and time is money. One of OTEC’s international customers discovered to their great satisfaction that our two-stage mechanical process works like a charm on real silver jewellery. First, the visual results were stunning, with no impact on the delicate contours, and minimal rounding that maintains the integrity of the design. Second, processing time with our solution was an amazing 50% shorter than with their old system! In short, a double-win in terms of customer satisfaction.