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Research for a sustainable future

The metals research institute Swerim conducts needs-based industrial research and development concerning metals and their route from raw material to finished product. Our vision is a fossil-free and circular industry.

Research that creates industrial benefit

Stored sludge is recirculated to the blast furnace

A system study for SSAB in Luleå shows that stored blast furnace sludge can be recirculated to the process.

Green rocket engines in space

For the past 10 years Swerim has helped the aerospace company ECAPS with analysing welded and soldered joints to further develop their rocket engines.

The right coal reduces costs

A study done by Swerim demonstrates the importance of choosing the right coal in each situation to reduce costs and environmental impact.

Compact-laser technology – smart recycling of aluminium

More than 70 million tonnes of aluminium are produced globally each year and demand continues to grow. Recycling is therefore a priority.
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News from Swerim

Electromobility Seminar, November 20!

2025-10-24

Swerim invites you to a seminar on material challenges in electromobility. As the transport sector undergoes a rapid transformation, the demand for advanced metallic material solutions is rapidly increasing. This seminar aims to bring together end-users, material manufacturers, branch organisations and research actors to explore the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges related to metals in electromobility applications.

Successful project in the search for cobalt-free tools

2025-10-08

Hydrogen and circularity in Västerbotten County

2025-10-03

Elsayed Mousa Among the World's Top-Ranked Researchers

2025-09-26

Innovative Upcycling of Aluminium Waste in Steel Production Shows Promising Results

2025-08-21
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Calendar

Date Event Type Location
11 November, 2025 Kurs i grundläggande material- och korrosionslära för metaller Course Kista (Stockholm)
20 November, 2025 Electromobility Seminar Seminar Kista (Stockholm)
17 March, 2026 Grundläggande kurs i lasersvetsning – European Laser Welding at a Basic Level (ELW-B) Course Kista (Stockholm)
14 April, 2026 19th Nordic Corrosion Congress (NCC2026) – Submit abstract! Congress Stockholm, Sweden
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Career at Swerim

Are you curious about a career in research and development? Our research institute offers a stimulating and developing work environment with inspiring challenges. Together we work for fossil-free and circular industry.

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