Otto Junker
Treatment equipment and furnaces
OTTO JUNKER is a world-leading provider of industrial furnace systems specializing in melting, heat treatment, and recycling solutions. Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Simmerath-Lammersdorf, Germany, the company has evolved into a global technology and system partner for thermal processes in the metal industry.
The company's core expertise lies in developing and manufacturing sophisticated furnace systems for the aluminum, copper, semi-finished products, and foundry industries. Their product portfolio includes coreless induction furnaces, channel-type holding furnaces, heat treatment lines, and innovative recycling solutions. A key differentiator is their ability to provide complete plant solutions from a single source, incorporating advanced technologies like IGBT inverters and sophisticated control systems.
In recent years, OTTO JUNKER has expanded its focus to include sustainable technologies through its subsidiary OTTO JUNKER SOLUTIONS. This division develops electrification and recycling technologies, including Power-to-Heat systems, battery recycling furnaces, and metal flow heaters, addressing the growing demand for environmentally friendly industrial processes.
The company maintains a strong commitment to innovation through its research and development activities, collaborating closely with RWTH Aachen University. This is facilitated through the Otto Junker Foundation, established in 1970, which owns the company and supports scientific research and engineering education.
With approximately 450 employees and a global presence through subsidiaries in the Czech Republic, China, India, and the USA, OTTO JUNKER combines traditional engineering excellence with forward-thinking solutions for the challenges of industrial decarbonization and energy efficiency.
