AMG Advanced Metallurgical Group N.V.

AMG, incorporated in the Netherlands, is a global leader in the production of highly engineered specialty metal products and advanced vacuum furnace systems. AMG serves growing industries worldwide with its unique combination of metallurgical engineering expertise and production know-how. AMG is a market leader in many of its products and systems, which are critical to the production of key components for the aerospace, energy (including solar and nuclear), electronics, optics, chemicals, construction and transportation industries. AMG has two operating divisions of businesses, Advanced Materials and Engineering Systems, and owns a majority interest in publicly-listed Timminco Limited (TSX: "TIM").

AMG’s Advanced Materials division manufactures products that enhance performance characteristics such as yield strength, ductility and corrosion and temperature resistance, while the company’s Engineering Systems division designs, engineers, and produces vacuum furnace systems for metallurgical applications. The Engineering Systems division also operates its own heat treatment furnaces on a contractual basis for select customers.

The list below includes selected industries and applications supported by AMG’s products and services:

Aerospace
  • Turbine blades and engine components
  • Structural components
  • Rocket fuel
Chemical
  • Lubricants
  • Sealants
  • Paints
Construction
  • Rebar, high-strength steel
  • Tools
  • Glass/window coatings
Consumer Products
  • Medical implants
  • Water heater anodes
  • Golf club heads
Energy
  • Solar silicon feedstock and equipment
  • Stationary turbines
  • Petrochemical pumps and pipes
Electronics
  • Electronic capacitors (laptop computers)
  • Fibre optics
  • Semiconductors
Transportation
  • Engine parts and other components
  • Transportation bodies
  • Aluminum alloy wheels