Umicore offers a comprehensive portfolio of cobalt, pre-alloyed, tungsten, and tungsten carbide powders, meticulously designed for a range of applications, including hard metals, diamond tools, high-density materials, shielding, metal injection molding, friction materials, thermal spray and hardfacing. In addition, we provide specialized laboratory services and recycling solutions, including cobalt recovery tailored to the needs of the hard metals industry.
Umicore offers extensive laboratory services, drawing on over 60 years of expertise in powder metallurgy and analysis. The lab performs over 10,000 measurements yearly for both internal and external clients. It is certified to ISO9001, ISO14001 and OHSAS18001 standards and is equipped with the latest technology.
The company also supports sustainable cobalt recycling for hard metals, which are crucial for industries like automotive and electronics. By responsibly sourcing cobalt and partnering with tungsten specialists, Umicore closes the loop, recovering and reusing cobalt powder to reduce environmental impact while ensuring ethical supply.