Vesuvius plc (V4S)

Overview

Vesuvius plc is a leading company providing molten metal flow engineering and technology services to the global steel and foundry casting industries. With its operations spread across Flow Control, Sensor & Probes, and Advanced Refractories segments, the company focuses on delivering a wide array of consumables and equipment designed for the iron, steel, and nonferrous foundries. Its expertise also extends to offering solutions across various related sectors such as nonferrous metals production, mineral processing, hydrocarbon solutions, power generation, incineration, and glass manufacturing. Founded in 1916, Vesuvius plc has established its headquarters in London, United Kingdom, and continues to evolve with a name change from Vesuvius Technologies plc to Vesuvius plc in October 2012, highlighting its expanding scope and commitment to innovation within its industry.

Products and Services

• Consumables and Equipment for Foundries:

  Vesuvius plc supplies a comprehensive range of products including binders, coatings, feeding systems, filtration and gating systems, and refractories. These are engineered to improve the efficiency and quality of metal casting processes in iron, steel, and nonferrous foundries.

• Nonferrous Metals:

  The company offerings extend to metals such as copper; aluminum, encompassing primary and secondary production; and moldable products, catering to the needs of nonferrous metal industries with solutions for melting, treatment, and casting.

• Refractory Consumables and Precast Shapes:

  Vesuvius plc provides advanced refractory solutions, including consumables and bespoke shapes, for high-temperature applications across various metals and alloys like nickel, vanadium, titanium, and more.

• Mineral Processing Solutions:

  Offering solutions for cement and lime, iron ore pelletizing, and calcination projects. The company also supplies grains and powders for specialized applications within this sector.

• Hydro Carbon Solutions:

  Vesuvius provides engineering solutions for carbon processing industries, including advanced products and services for heaters, boilers, coke calciners, and various chemical plant units.

• Power Generation and Incineration Solutions:

  This includes products and services tailored for efficient operation of power generation and waste incineration plants, focusing on sustainability and energy efficiency.

• Glass Industry Products:

  From artistic to optical glass, Vesuvius plc offers an array of products for glass tempering, reheating, forming, and processing, catering to both traditional and renewable energy sectors.

• Iron and Steel Making Solutions:

  Comprehensive solutions for the iron and steel industry are offered, covering processes from iron making to steel finishing, including continuous casting, ingot casting, and steel finishing techniques.

• Laser Technologies:

  The company offers advanced laser technology solutions, supporting various manufacturing processes and applications in the metal working industry.