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

11 May

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.

27 Apr

Webinar on PFAS restrictions: opinions of the ECHA committees and next steps

Join a webinar on 7 May 2026 from 10:00 to 11:40 on the proposed restriction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

27 Apr

Financial support for greener and more efficient energy use

Is your company planning to switch, for its heat demand or the cooling of its industrial processes, from fossil fuels (such as natural gas, diesel, fuel oil, etc.) to green energy (such as biogas, green or blue hydrogen)?

20 Apr

Energy transition in Belgium: between progress and structural challenges

In Wallonia, the development of wind energy continues. In 2025, new installations increased the installed capacity, which now covers a significant share of electricity consumption.