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About us

Hempel Special Metals is an international owner-managed group of companies with many years of experience in the distribution and processing of high-performance metallic materials, especially semi-finished products in stainless steels, nickel alloys, and titanium.
We serve our customers at five locations from our own service centres.

Our Mission Statement

We value our INDEPENDENCE

We are proud of our independence. It enables us to choose the best partners in the industry and offer our customers a wide range of high-quality products that truly meet their needs. Because we are not restricted in our selection, we can deliver both commercial and technical advantages to our customers.

We value our HISTORY and the HISTORY we are creating

With roots connected to Firth Brown of Sheffield, the birthplace of stainless steel, innovation is part of who we are. We have always been at the forefront of metal alloy development and continue to seek the next generation of materials, ensuring our customers benefit from new ideas and emerging technologies.

We value our EXPERIENCED TEAM

Our people bring deep expertise across product forms, special metals, and the many industries we support. We invest in our team through continuous training, guidance, and development. We respect the individuals who come together to create a stronger, more capable organisation.

We value our RELATIONSHIPS

We are committed to building strong and lasting relationships with both customers and suppliers. We act professionally, communicate openly, and work collaboratively - always with the shared goal of achieving success for everyone involved.

We value our ENVIRONMENT

We take our environmental and social responsibilities seriously. We operate ethically, comply with relevant standards, and make choices that protect the world around us. We are committed to preserving the environment and supporting a sustainable quality of life for future generations.

History

Corporate history of Hempel Special Metals Ltd, Dewsbury part of the Hempel Special Metals Group:

1982

Airco Metals ltd established

1989

F W Hempel & Co , Dusseldorf acquire 51% of Airco Metals Ltd

1992

F W Hempel & Co , Dusseldorf acquire 100% of Airco Metals Ltd

2007

Airco Metals Ltd name changed to Hempel Special Metals Ltd

2016

Hempel Special Metals Ltd acquire Firmus Metals Ltd , name changed to Hempel Firmus Metals Ltd

History of Hempel Firmus Metals Ltd

January 2010 Firmus Metals Ltd established

April 2016 , Hempel Special Metals Ltd acquire 100% Firmus Metals Ltd , name changed to Hempel Firmus Metals Ltd