Copper Segment

Engineering
a better world
through our passion
for copper.

ElvalHalcor’s copper segment is a leader in the production and marketing of top-quality copper and brass worldwide. With sustainability and innovation at the core of its vision, ElvalHalcor’s copper segment is poised to fulfil the changing demands of the industry by offering its customers integrated solutions.

Overview

Copper’s key role for a sustainable world.

Versatile and Efficient

Durable, malleable, and high conductive, copper plays a vital role in modern applications.

Antimicrobial properties

Copper is valued for its antimicrobial properties, effectively reducing microbial growth on surfaces under certified conditions.

100% Recyclable

Copper can be recycled infinitely without losing its properties or performance. 

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Copper Segment.

The copper segment of ElvaHalcor delivers high-quality copper solutions to global markets. Halcor, the Copper & Alloys Extrusion Division of ElvalHalcor, is the largest copper tubes producer in EMEA. Copper segment subsidiaries—Sofia Med (Bulgaria), Epirus Metalworks (Greece), Halcor NNT (a joint venture in Greece), and HC Isitma (a joint venture in Turkey)—specialise in producing, processing, and marketing copper and copper alloys products, further strengthening its manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, ElvalHalcor extends its expertise to titanium zinc processing through NedZink (a joint venture in the Netherlands). 

ElvalHalcor’s copper segment provides a diverse portfolio of copper, copper alloys and brass products, including copper tubes for water and heating networks, air-conditioning, refrigeration, renewable energy and industrial applications, as well as copper sheets and strips for architectural and industrial use.  

With efficient manufacturing facilities in Greece, Bulgaria, Turkey and the Netherlands, the copper segment ensures tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of customers. 

State-of-the-art

State-of-the-art

production plants specialising in copper and copper alloys and titanium zinc products. 

 

No.1

No.1

copper tubes producer in
ΕΜΕΑ (by volume) *
*Based on Cu2 Consulting estimates

The fastest-growing

The fastest-growing

producer of rolled and extruded copper products,
on track to become Europe’s No. 2

90 countries

90 countries

Products sold.
Representing 95% of the segment’s total turnover. 

 Main applications:

Main applications:

HVAC&R industry  
Automotive industry  
Electrical industry  
Production engineering
Defence industry 
Brass and special alloys in Europe

 

COPPER AND TITANIUM ZINC PRODUCTION PLANTS

Driving Forces

Copper E-mobility.

Copper and aluminium demand will increase significantly due to the growing electric vehicles (EV) market over the next decade. Copper is essential for electric motors, batteries, inverters, wiring and charging stations, while aluminium is a key material for battery boxes. 

 

Copper Megatrends

Copper segment's products & solutions.

ElvalHalcor’s copper segment is a market leader, poised to fulfil the changing demands of the industry by offering its customers integrated solutions at a wide spectrum of applications:

  • Copper and special alloys strips for automotive and e-mobility

  • Tubes for heat pumps and energy efficient HVAC&R systems 

  • Tubes for high-efficiency refrigeration tubes 

  • Strips for transformer units 

  • Copper bus bars for wind generators 

  • Electroplated bus bars for RES (Renewable Energy Sources) electrical components 

  • Hot-dip tinned strips for connectors (automotive and electrical applications)

  • Tubes for geothermal applications

  • Insulated tubes for solar applications

  • Tubes and strips for solar panels 

  • Solutions for data center applications 

 

Global presence.

Highly extrovert business model with solid presence in more than 90 countries around the globe and revenues generated abroad representing over 95% of total turnover. 

Production facilities

Production facilities

Copper segment certifications

Certified Processes & Quality Standards.

Quality is the foundation of our operations and a key driver of customer satisfaction. As a leading manufacturer of copper materials, we are committed to delivering high-quality products and tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of our customers. To ensure this, Halcor implements a robust Quality Management System certified to ISO 9001:2015, while all products comply with European and American standards. Our facilities are certified to internationally recognised standards, including ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management, ISO 50001:2018 for energy efficiency, ISO 45001:2018 for health and safety and ISO 46001:2019 for Water efficiency management system. These certifications reflect our dedication to continuous improvement, rigorous quality control, and investment in advanced infrastructure. 

Halcor: Innovating for a sustainable future

Excellence in copper solutions.

With over 85 years of expertise, Halcor, the copper & alloys extrusion division of ElvalHalcor, is the leading copper tubes producer in EMEA by volume. Through advanced R&D and sustainable practices, Halcor delivers innovative, low-carbon, and recyclable copper solutions for energy efficiency, renewables, and electric vehicles to its customers worldwide.