High-Performance Chemistry.
Real-World Results.

Pretreatment. Lubricants. Passivation.

At Circle-Prosco, we engineer custom chemistries that reduce downtime, boost quality, and meet tough compliance standards—without disrupting your process.

What We Make

Tailored Chemistry for Manufacturing That Can't Afford Mistakes

Steelcote™ Pretreatment

Cut stages and sludge without hurting adhesion.


Forming Lubricants

Clean stamping, cooler dies, longer tool life - whether you’re expanding tubes or pressing fins.

Passivation & Specialty Coatings

Protect aluminum and steel without headaches.

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About Us

Chemistry That Works with Your Line - Not Against It

Manufacturing teams are under pressure to do more with less – faster launches, tighter specs, stricter regulations. You don’t have time to troubleshoot chemistry. Circle-Prosco delivers tailored solutions that just run – so you can stay focused on production, not problems.

Why Choose Us

Who We Serve

Solutions for Your Specific Line, Not Just Your Industry Label

01

HVAC

Keep fins clean, dies cool, and operators happy

02

Automotive Heat Exchanger

Cut scrap and protect aluminum with confidence

03

Ag & Appliance

Simplify approvals with chemistry already OEM-specified

Why Manufacturers Choose CPI

The Cost of Low-Cost is High

Trying to save a few cents usually leads to rework, cleanup, and lost time. CPI helps you avoid the fallout of short-term fixes.

 

Our Fast Track Innovation

Here at Circle-Prosco we prototype in weeks, not quarters -so you can launch faster, pivot quickly, and meet tight production deadlines.

 

From Chemistry to Manufacturing

We tailor every formula to your actual process – not just a spec sheet. Our team works hands-on to get it right on your line.

Green Chemistry Without Headaches

Meet VOC and sustainability mandates without switching to underperforming alternatives. We help you reduce emissions.

When A Cure Issue Threatened Delivery

A powder coat cure delay put a major appliance launch at a Tier 1 manufacturer at risk. Circle-Prosco diagnosed the problem, fixed it fast, and got production back on track.

Resources

Stay Ahead With Insights That Matter

At CPI we have a history of looking for trouble. When things go wrong — the kind of things you need to fix fast and solve for good — our phone rings.

The Benefits of Streamlined Pretreatment for Ag OEM Suppliers

Rethinking Specialty Chemicals Sourcing in a Volatile Trade Environment

Agricultural Equipment Suppliers Are Making the Switch to Steelcote™ Zirconium - And It’s Easier Than You Think

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Get practical, field-tested insights to help you reduce rework, stay compliant, and make your pretreatment system actually work for you, not the other way around.

If Your Question Is Not Here Contact Us

We’re ready to solve your wicked chemistry problems so you can keep serving your customers at the highest level.

How is Circle-Prosco different from other chemical suppliers?

We’re not just selling formulas. We partner directly with your team to tailor solutions that work with your specific line—not just your industry. Our chemistry is built to perform in the real world, not just on a spec sheet.

Yes. Most clients can integrate Circle-Prosco chemistries—like Steelcote™—with minimal downtime. Many remove rinse stages or replace inefficient tanks without overhauling their full system.

We work across wide range of industries, including HVAC, automotive heat exchangers, agricultural equipment, and appliance manufacturing—tailoring chemistry for each line’s specific needs.

Our on-call team of experts who know your process, not just the product. They’re available to troubleshoot issues fast, optimize performance, and make sure things run right—on your schedule, not ours.

Yes. Paint Line University gives your operators and engineers practical tools to spot issues early and solve them fast—so troubleshooting doesn’t turn into downtime.

Better Chemistry Starts with a Conversation

Tell us what’s not working. We’ll show you what will.