Elmet Facilities
Since 1929, Elmet has proudly operated as a 100% US-owned and operated company, delivering high-quality products and services worldwide. We run operations from three strategically located facilities to ensure efficiency and accessibility. Our corporate headquarters is based in Lewiston, Maine, with two additional production sites are in Euclid, Ohio and Coldwater, Michigan. Together, these locations form the backbone of our commitment to excellence and reliability.
For more than 70 years, Elmet operated as part of Royal Philips and Philips Lighting, a legacy that underscores our technical expertise and industry leadership. Today, we are rapidly expanding production capabilities by investing in and developing US-based production of tungsten, molybdenum, niobium, and alloys like C103. To learn more about our capabilities, contact our expert customer service team.
Extrusion at Coldwater, Michigan
Elmet Technologies’ Coldwater facility proudly boasts an impressive extrusion system. Our world-class extrusion press, equipped with state-of-the-art computerized controls and precision hydraulics, delivers unparalleled performance.
With a 5,000 metric ton (5,500 ton) capacity, our extrusion press handles processing speeds ranging from 0.01” to 12” per second. This ensures impressive precision, scalability, and ample customization, meeting the varied requirements of our clients. We provide this service to industries worldwide.
Elmet Facilities Overview
- Over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing space across 3 facilities
- Refractory metal powders, extrusion, production abilities, and more
- Fully integrated manufacturing process
- 3 strategically located facilties
- Specialized capabilities with unique focuses at each site
- Molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, and several related alloys
- GFM rotary forge, 5,500-ton extrusion press
- R&D laboratories for collaborative projects
Coldwater provides versatile extrusion capabilities and plasma powder processing for powder spray drying.
- 200,000 square feet of manufacturing space
- Dedicated building for spray drying and plasma densification of powders
- Advanced 5,500-ton extrusion press
- World-class laser bed additive manufacturing (3D printing)
- GFM rotary forging system
Lewiston provides tungsten powder production, rod machining and swaging, and cube and sphere forming.
- Headquarters of Elmet Technologies
- 220,000 square feet for manufacturing purposes
- Over 90 years of expertise in processing tungsten powder
- Precision machining capabilities
- Over a dozen sintering furnaces
Euclid provides tungsten and molybdenum rolling and machining for aerospace and defense.
- 105,000 square feet dedicated to manufacturing
- 5 rolling mills producing flat products
- The largest hot mill for tungsten and molybdenum in the USA
- Extensive expertise in tungsten heavy alloy
- Broad and precise machining capabilities for refractory metals
High-Quality C103 from Elmet
As the lightest refractory metal, C103 is a high-quality niobium alloy. It fosters growth in future-facing technologies and industries, such as aerospace and defense. It boasts high melting and boiling points, low density, and excellent strength, making it ideal for high-temperature applications. With outstanding corrosion resistance, it maintains a low ductile-to-brittle transition temperature and exceptional room temperature ductility.
Among other niobium alloys, the C-103 stands out due to its superb combination of properties. It is not only highly workable but also easily fabricable, setting it apart in its versatility and performance. At Elmet Technologies, we are proud to manufacture and provide this exceptional C103 alloy.
Expanding Across the USA
Elmet Technologies stands out as a U.S.-owned and operated leading global provider of refractory metals. We continue to grow rapidly by expanding U.S.-based production of tungsten, molybdenum, tantalum, and niobium.
Our Growing Portfolio
As a way to expand our extensive product portfolio, Elmet provides customers with specialized toll services, like forging, extrusion, and hot and cold rolling. This ensures a comprehensive suite of refractory metal solutions tailored to meet every need.