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Our History
1st January 1992
Year of foundation
Foundation of BECE Leiterplatten-Chemie GmbH by
Wolfgang Berger in Nierstein near Mainz in rented office spaces and storage facilities in Mainz.
1993-1996
Growth phase
Through the trust of our predominantly domestic customers, BECE Leiterplatten-Chemie GmbH has developed into a healthy and steadily growing company.
1996
Purchase of land in the Rheinboellen Industrial Park
Acquisition of a 5.500m² plot in the newly established Soonwald Industrial Park in Rheinboellen, located between Mainz and Koblenz.
1997
Inauguration of the company building
In January, we proudly inaugurated our newly constructed company building, completed after an intensive construction phase. With the relocation of the company headquarters to Rheinböllen, we have now consolidated all areas into a central location. This unification enables us to achieve more efficient workflows, closer collaboration within our team, and optimal customer service. Rheinböllen thus marks the beginning of a new chapter for BECE Leiterplatten-Chemie GmbH.
1998
Start of our own product development
In collaboration with an important customer, we developed our first fluxes and masking oils for horizontal hot tinning and successfully launched them on the market – a decisive milestone in our company history and an important step toward innovation and independence.
1999
Entry of Christian Berger, the eldest son of the family, as well as the expansion of product development in the area of fluxes for vertical hot tinning.
2000
During this time and the following years, research and development (R&D) became the central focus of our company. Through targeted investments in our own laboratory facilities and pilot plants, our goal was not only to optimize existing products but also to develop forward-looking solutions for the printed circuit board industry. The prioritization of R&D activities enabled us to respond more effectively to the growing demands of our customers and to explore new technologies.
2001
Investment in our first own truck, specially equipped for the safe transport of hazardous materials and waste in parcel shipping. This measure allowed us to optimize our logistics processes and ensure even more reliable and flexible delivery to our customers.
At the same time, several microetching solutions and innovative acidic degreasers were developed for the pre-cleaning of copper surfaces on printed circuit boards.
2002
Internationalization and expansion of European market presence
2002 marked the beginning of our internationalization strategy. With the first successful deliveries overseas and the targeted establishment of new customer relationships across Europe, we significantly expanded our reach.
This decisive step enabled us to offer our products and services on a global scale and sustainably grow our network in the printed circuit board industry. Entering international markets highlights our commitment to delivering innovative solutions and the highest quality worldwide.
2003-2007
With the acquisition of an additional semi-truck and a modern multi-chamber chemical tank trailer, we expanded our logistics capacities. This investment allowed us to provide even more efficient and flexible delivery to our customers, particularly those with varying requirements.
At the same time, the development of new products and processes was consistently advanced to expand our portfolio and offer forward-looking solutions.
2007
15 years of BECE – A celebration of success and growth
We celebrate our 15th company anniversary – a significant milestone that highlights the continuous development and success of our company. Since our founding in 1992, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner in the printed circuit board industry, thanks to innovative products and close customer relationships.
2008
Successful certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001:2000
In 2008, we achieved successful certification under DIN EN ISO 9001:2000. This internationally recognized quality management system confirms our commitment to the highest standards in all areas of the company – from development and production to customer service.
2009
In 2009, Andreas Berger, another member of the family, joined the company, continuing the family tradition.
In the same year, we successfully developed a fully water-based foam and spray flux for the assembly industry – an important step toward environmentally friendly and efficient solutions. This also allowed us to explore a new level of the supply chain and expand our business field to become more closely integrated with our customers’ production processes.
2010-2017
The development of new products and processes was consistently advanced to further expand our portfolio and provide forward-looking solutions.
2017
25 years of BECE – A quarter century of success
In 2017, we celebrated our 25th company anniversary – a significant milestone that honors our continuous development and stability in the printed circuit board industry. Since our founding in 1992, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner through innovative products, flexible and quick decision-making, sustainable customer relationships, and a clear focus on quality and service.
2022
30 years of BECE – Three decades of success and stability
In 2022, we celebrated our 30th company anniversary – a proud moment that highlights the continuous development and stability of our company. Since our founding in 1992, we have grown into a leading provider in the printed circuit board industry through outstanding products and strong customer partnerships.
2018 to present
Since 2018, BECE has continued to evolve dynamically. With a broad product portfolio, expanded production capacities, and increased internationalization, we are now a reliable partner for customers around the world.
The combination of decades of experience and forward-thinking actions defines our company.