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KME: Global Leader in Copper and Copper Alloys
KME is a prominent global manufacturer of semi-finished products and architectural solutions in copper and copper alloys. Operating with a European management structure and a central headquarters in Osnabrück, Germany, KME serves diverse industrial sectors and is a key partner in growing markets such as e-mobility, energy, and infrastructure. The company's production facilities are located across Germany, Italy, and France, with dedicated service centers in the UK and Slovakia.
Industrial Products and Innovation
KME offers an extensive range of rolled copper and copper alloy materials, including sheets, strips, bars, and tubes, tailored to specific industrial requirements. This includes high-performance alloys for demanding applications in automotive, smart home, and communication technology sectors. KME also provides innovative joining technologies, such as specialized cell connectors for sustainable energy storage systems and EloPin® for high-quality solder-free press-fit connections. The company actively invests in research, exemplified by the 'KupferDigital 2' project, developing a digital twin for copper and copper alloy connector production, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.
TECU® Architectural Solutions
A significant part of KME's offering is its TECU® brand, providing a comprehensive portfolio of copper and copper alloy products for architectural applications, including roofs and facades. The TECU® range features various materials like TECU® Classic, TECU® Brass, TECU® Bronze, TECU® Gold, TECU® Oxid, and TECU® Patina. These are available in different forms, including composite panels (TECU® Bond), perforated sheets, expanded meshes, and various installation systems such as standing seam and cassette panels. TECU® products are made from 100% recycled copper and copper alloys, aligning with LEED, BREEAM, and DGNB certification standards.
Commitment to Sustainability
KME demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental compatibility and the circular economy. The recent commissioning of a second refining furnace at its Osnabrück site is a notable investment aimed at increasing the use of copper scrap and reducing resource-related CO2 emissions by approximately 8,000 tons per year. This initiative underscores KME's dedication to sustainable corporate practices and its role as a pioneer in the efficient use of resources within the copper processing sector.
Customer-Centric Services
Beyond its product range, KME provides comprehensive services through its service centers. These include precision shearing, slitting, de-coiling, re-coiling, traverse winding, cut-to-length, blanking, and edge profiling. The company emphasizes customer partnership, offering technical support from design to development stages to ensure tailored metal solutions.
