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ELKEME, Technological & Strategic Partner Pioneering

ELKEME, Technological & Strategic Partner

Innovative
Applied Research
for Sustainable
Development.

ELKEME combines cutting-edge technology with expert knowledge to drive innovation in metallurgy and optimize industrial processes. ELKEME focuses on sustainability, energy efficiency, and product development and positions us at the forefront of the metallurgical research industry.

ELKEME, Technological & Strategic Partner

Efficient Solutions for Product and Process Optimisation.

ELKEME, Hellenic Research Centre for Metals S.A., was founded in 1999 to support the Hellenic Metallurgical Industry. Through its state-of-the-art laboratories, ELKEME focuses on industrial research and technological development/analysis of the four major metals sectors: aluminium, copper, steel, and zinc. ELKEME provides R&D services and technical solutions for the development of new products while optimising existing products and business and plant production processes.

ELKEME’s technological research encompasses the development of innovative, high-value products, the improvement of production processes, the optimisation of industrial operations for energy and cost-efficiency, and the environmental impact assessments across various industrial sectors. ELKEME also leads research into recycling, waste stabilisation, and by-product utilisation to support the sustainable development of companies.

Innovative Metallurgical Solutions and Research Excellence.

ELKEME’s key objective is to provide high-value R&D&I services and technical solutions, achieved through:

  •  Employing highly skilled scientists, engineers, and technicians.

  • Investment in human assets via continuous professional development and education.

  • Adopting a flexible customer-focused business model.

  • Operating cutting-edge laboratories equipped with the latest technology.

  • Conducting research in metallurgy, materials science, and environmental engineering for product and process development and optimisation.

  • Forging strong relationships with customers, employees, and partners, collaborating with national and international research or academic organisations, creating a network of knowledge, competence, and excellence.

ELKEME’s laboratories boast state-of-the-art infrastructure, focus on excellence and are globally recognised for their: 

  • Successful collaboration with external consulting, technical partners/organisations, and academic institutions on joint research projects.

  • Participation in international contests, proficiency testing, and inter-laboratory measurement schemes.

 

International scientific/engineering associations and contributions.

ELKEME’s team members frequently publish research papers to international scientific journals and provide oral or poster presentations to international conferences while they are invited to offer lectures at universities, technical workshops and seminars. They actively contribute to international scientific/engineering associations and participate in worldwide scientific committees and boards, such as the:

  • ASM International (American Society for Metals)

  • TMS (The Metals, Minerals, Materials Society)

  • European Aluminium Innovation Board

  • ECCA (European Coil Coating Association),

  • FAS (Failure Analysis Society)

  • AIST (Association for Iron and Steel Technology)

  • Hellenic Metallurgical Society (Member of Federation of the European Materials Societies, FEMS)

  • Hellaslab (Member of Eurolab)

  • WTERT (Waste-to-Energy Research and Technology Council)

  • TWG (Technical Working Group) of European IPPC Bureau for Non-Ferrous Metals

  • CQI (Chartered Quality Institute).

ELKEME systematically cooperates with national and international universities, providing opportunities for internships and supporting Diploma, Master, and PhD theses based on industrial research projects with significant technical and economic impact. ELKEME also participates in national and EU-funded research projects in collaboration with Viohalco industries, renowned research centers, and Universities.

Key Labs.

ELKEME has the following departments/ laboratories:

  • Process Metallurgy

  • Physical Metallurgy & Forming

  • Metallography and Electron Optics

  • Mechanical Testing and Manufacturing Technology

  • Surface Science & Coatings

  • Corrosion

  • Hydrometallurgy

  • Manufacturing Systems & Automation

  • Numerical Modeling

  • Analytical Chemistry

  • Sustainability

Key Focus Fields.

ELKEME focuses on the following fields:

ΕLΚΕΜΕ works closely with ElvalHalcor’s technology centres, which monitor market trends to meet customers' needs and deliver tailored solutions.

ΕLΚΕΜΕ prioritizes excellence and innovation by implementing robust, modern Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 17025:2017) and investing in human capital. The company fosters long-term professional relationships and actively supports lifelong learning and development. ΕLΚΕΜΕ team members are encouraged to enhance their knowledge and skillsets through participation in scientific conferences and tailored post-graduate programs, designed in cooperation and alignment with industrial companies and their needs.

For more information about ΕLΚΕΜΕ, please visit ΕLΚΕΜΕ’s website. 

www.elkeme.gr

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