Tag: Sumitomo Metals
Kashima Steelworks damaged in Japan quake
The Sumitomo Metals Group’s steelworks and manufacturing facilities are all operating normally with the exception of Kashima Steelworks, where the entire production lines have been suspended.
Sumitomo invests in Canadoil project
Sumitomo Metals has decided to take part in the Canadoil Group’s steel plate mill business in Thailand by providing technical assistance and investing in the Group, which is currently constructing a new steel plate mill in the country.
Next generation electrics and Hybrids
On 31 August 2009 WorldAutoSteel, consisting of the world’s 16 steel manufactures including Sumitomo Metals, made an announcement regarding “Global Steel Industry Developing Vehicle Concept Around Next Generation Electrics, Hybrids”.
Sumitomo wins commendation
The development of a crash box that absorbs high crash energy has earned Sumitomo Metals and Toyoda Iron Works Co. Ltd a joint award of a Commendation from the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology for fiscal year 2009, in the Development Category for Science and Technology on 20 April 2009.
Valtimet acquires ITP
Valtimet, a Vallourec group company specialising in stainless steel and titanium welded tubing for the power generation market, has acquired the assets of International Tubular Products (ITP) a company located in Claremore, Oklahoma, USA.
