Production Facilities
OST operates a modern, highly automated plant which was first commissioned in 1990. We continue to invest in the factory in order to increase capacity and improve product quality and consistency. All parts of the process from the purchase of raw materials, through to the final packing of the products are covered by our ISO9001 certified quality system.
Our products are sold through a well established global network of distributors. OST’s distributors and customers have access to our experience and support, ensuring that the best results are achieved with our product. Choosing cerium oxide made by OST means choosing cerium oxide made by a company that knows the business.
Choosing the correct grade of cerium oxide will save time and money. It will also improve polishing quality.
Optical Surface Technologies (OST) is the leading European producer of cerium oxide based glass polishing powders. We have been making polishing powders in our UK factory under the well known Regipol™ brand since the early 1960’s. OST purchased the polishing powder business of Treibacher Auermet at the end of 1995. This further strengthened our position as a major manufacturer of glass polishing powders. All Tecepol™ polishing powders are now produced at OST’s UK factory. Strategic acquisitions of this kind are possible because OST is part of the Metallurg group, an international organisation with headquarters in New York and operations in four continents.
