Materion Corporation (BEM)

Overview

Materion Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, specializes in the manufacturing of advanced engineered materials, finding applications across a variety of sectors including semiconductor, industrial, aerospace and defense, automotive, energy, consumer electronics, and telecom and data centers globally. The company's presence spans the United States, Asia, Europe, and other international markets, operating through four distinct segments: Performance Materials, Electronic Materials, Precision Optics, and Other. Initially known as Brush Engineered Materials Inc., it underwent a name change to Materion Corporation in March 2011, marking a significant evolution since its inception in 1921. With its headquarters in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, Materion stands as a pioneering force in the engineered materials sector.

Products and Services

• Advanced Engineered Solutions & Products

  Offerings range from beryllium and non-beryllium containing alloy systems to custom engineered parts available in various forms such as strip, bulk, rod, plate, bar, tube, and other customized shapes. These solutions cater to the stringent requirements of its diverse clientele.

• Engineering and Product Development Services

  These services are bespoke to the needs of customers seeking unique materials solutions, aiding in the development of innovative applications across multiple industries.

• Alloyed Metals & Beryllium Products

  Including beryllium hydroxide, Materion provides a broad spectrum of alloyed metals designed for various high-performance applications.

• Precision Strip, Rod, and Wire Products

  Products include engineered strip metal alongside precision strip, rod, and wire products, tailored for specific industrial applications requiring precise material specifications.

• ToughMet Alloys & SupremEX Aluminum Silicon Carbide Metal Matrix Composite Formulations

  Specialty products offering unique properties for challenging conditions, enhancing durability and efficiency in aerospace, automotive, and industrial applications.

• Bertrandite Ore Mine and Refinery

  Located in Utah, this facility not only supports Materion's internal beryllium product needs but also produces feedstock hydroxide for external sale, showcasing Materion's vertical integration capabilities.

• Advanced Chemicals & Microelectronics Packaging

  Includes precious and non-precious metal products, vapor deposition targets, frame lid assemblies, clad and precious metal pre-forms, and high temperature braze materials catered to the electronics industry.

• Specialty Metal Products & Ultra-Pure Wire

  This category encompasses a variety of specialized metal products designed for high-technology applications, ensuring high performance and purity levels.

• Precision Thin Film Coatings, Optical Filters, and Assemblies

  Materion is involved in the design and production of sophisticated coatings, optical filters, and assemblies, crucial for precision optical applications.

Materion's products and services are marketed directly from its facilities and through a mix of company-owned service centers, outside distributors, agents, direct sales offices, and independent sales representatives, indicating a comprehensive sales and distribution network.