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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 sustainable and competitive industry.

Research that creates industrial benefit

3D scanning improves understanding of distortion after case hardening

In a joint project, Scania and Swerim have used 3D scanning to visualize distortion after case hardening, a common method of hardening steel components.

3D technology saves old rolling mill

An old rolling mill in Swerim's basement needed a new cogwheel.

Researchers at Swerim develop world-unique Swedish standard for measuring argon

Microscopic bubbles can cause gigantic problems. At least if the bubbles consist of the noble gas argon and have been trapped in pressed metal parts.

Innovative Use of Lime for Slag Control in LD

Slag has multiple purposes in LD including protecting the refractory lining and removing impurities such as sulphur and phosphorus from the hot metal.
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News from Swerim

Celebrating a Milestone in Sustainable Metallurgy: FEMOST wins the 2026 ICDA Sustainability Award

2026-05-12

The FEMOST project has been awarded the 2026 ICDA Sustainability Award – Environment Category, presented during Africa Chromium Week 2026 in Zimbabwe. The recognition highlights the project’s contribution to more sustainable and resource-efficient ferrochrome production.

More efficient induction heating with digital twins

2026-04-24

Inauguration of Unique Hydrogen Testing Facility at Swerim in Luleå

2026-03-20

19th Nordic Corrosion Congress (NCC2026)

2026-03-02

5th Swerim Hydrogen Gas Seminar 2026 – Process and Materials

2026-01-16
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Calendar

Date Event Type Location
4 June, 2026 Agglomeration-lab Open Day Seminar Luleå
15 September, 2026 Kurs i Skadeutredning och grundorsaksanalys av stålkomponenter Course Stockholm
16 March, 2027 Kurs i lasersvetsning – European Laser Welding at a Basic Level (ELW-B) Course Stockholm
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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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