TPT March 2008

Salzgitter AG Germany

8aB19

Salzgitter Hydroforming is a specialist for the series production and development of hydroformed components. Due to the excellent utilisation of the material’s forming potential, hydroforming technology offers the possibility of manufacturing sophisticated one-piece components. This process also meets requirements such as high stiffness and low wall thickness. Hence, the parts allow for the idea of a lightweight concept. The outstanding repeat accuracy of this forming method guarantees a high quality standard. Since 1 January 2008, Salzgitter Hydroforming has combined the expertise of two production sites and offers an even wider range of products and services. Some main fields of application are parts for exhaust systems, chassis and car body and heat technology. Another important cornerstone is the company’s development service, that includes feasibility studies and tool design as well as the manufacturing of prototypes. The integration of all relevant up and downstream operations into the process chain and the use of eight hydroforming presses gives Salzgitter Hydroforming a leading position in the European market. Sandvik Materials Technology is a producer of high technology stainless steels, special alloy materials and advanced value- added products. The company is a co-operation partner within the field of materials technology, which means that products and materials are developed in close cooperation with customers. Sandvik Materials Technology comprises five product areas: tube, strip, wire, Kanthal and process systems. The tube product area specialises in seamless and welded tubes, fittings and flanges, and is a world leader in tubular products made from stainless steels and special alloys. Key markets include the chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, power, electronics and many other industries where corrosion resistance, mechanical properties and reliability of operation is critical. The product area also markets complementary sheet and plate. Also included in the tube product area are stainless steels for machining. Sandvik has pioneered their development, working alongside sister company, Sandvik Coromant, a leader in machining tools. This cooperation gives a unique possibility to offer materials and tools with an optimum compatibility. Sandvik Materials Tech Sweden 8aB40 Website : www.salzgitter-ag.de

Other tube products are alloys of nickel, titanium and zirconium for advanced applications, such as nuclear power and aerospace.

Website : www.smt.sandvik.com

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