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1. Precious Metals Refining: Umicore is a global leader in the refining of precious metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. Their advanced technologies and processes allow them to recover valuable metals from various sources, such as electronic waste, industrial scrap, and automotive catalytic converters.
2. Automotive Catalysts: Umicore’s automotive catalysts are used in the production of clean and efficient vehicles, reducing harmful emissions such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons. Their catalysts are also used in hybrid and electric vehicle batteries to improve their performance.
3. Energy Materials: Umicore is a leading supplier of advanced materials for rechargeable batteries, fuel cells, and other energy storage applications. They provide essential materials for the production of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage solutions.
4. Electroplating: Umicore offers a wide range of precious metal electroplating solutions for various industries, including electronics, medical devices, and jewelry. Their plating solutions provide superior conductivity, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal.
5. Recycling: Umicore provides innovative and sustainable recycling solutions for various industries, including automotive, electronics, and renewable energy. They use advanced technologies to recover valuable materials from complex waste streams, reducing the environmental impact of these industries.
6. Cobalt and Specialty Materials: Umicore produces high-purity cobalt and specialty materials for various applications, such as aerospace, superalloys, and electronic devices. Their materials play a critical role in meeting the demands of emerging technologies and industries.
7. Zinc Chemicals: Umicore manufactures a wide range of zinc chemicals, including zinc oxide and zinc sulfate, used in various industries, such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. These chemicals are vital for the production of products such as sunscreens, vitamins, and animal feed.
8. Design Services: Umicore offers design services for sustainable and environmentally friendly products, leveraging their expertise in recycling and materials. They help businesses develop innovative and sustainable products while reducing their environmental impact.
9. Metal Joining: Umicore supplies high-quality brazing and soldering materials for various applications, such as electronics, automotive, and aerospace. Their innovative materials enable strong connections between different materials, allowing for efficient and reliable product manufacturing.
10. Research and Development: Umicore conducts extensive research and development to continually improve their products and processes. Their R&D efforts focus on developing sustainable solutions, reducing environmental impact, and advancing technology in various industries.