VOM - Belgian Association for Surface Techniques of Materials

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Promotion of the surface treatment technology

Surface treatment is a complex world. Therefore VOM informs prescribers, principals, building contractors, architects, engineering offices, project developers about the capabilities of the technology.

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Transfer of technical knowledge to companies

Work with knowledge! That is our aim. VOM provides technical information on surface treatment by courses, workshops, networking activities, fair EUROFINISH, monthly magazine, website, etc.

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Point of contact for the industry

Do you have questions about your coating process? New techniques? Regulations? Partners? VOM helps you on your way.

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Representing the industry

VOM represents the sector in environmental administrations and legislative government to constructively contribute to a sustainable world.

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Are you looking for a subcontractor, a specific surface treatment, product or equipment?

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Latest news

09 Apr

PUBLIC CONSULTATION on the PFAS restriction proposal has started!

European Chemicals Agency supports EU-wide measures with appropriate exemptions and controls to address the increasing and long-term risks that PFAS pose to humans and the environment.

09 Apr

Useful list of all uses of PFAS in industry

Europe is actively working on a restriction policy on PFAS. European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) published an interesting list in March 2026 with all the uses of PFAS across industrial sectors.

24 Mar

Property tax reform on equipment and tools: what impact on Walloon industry?

Since 1 January 2026, Walloon taxation has changed for industry. The decree of 18 December 2025 ends the exemption from property tax on machinery and equipment (M&E), which had been in place for nearly 20 years.