HALCOR S.A.

Company Description

HALCOR, a VIOHALCO subsidiary, is a leading Group of companies that specialize in the production, processing and marketing of copper, copper alloy and zinc rolled & extruded products and cables. For more than 75 years, HALCOR has been offering innovative and added-value solutions that meet the contemporary demands of European and global customers in fields, such as plumbing and HVAC&R, naval construction and engineering, telecommunications, industrial production, architecture and automotive. With significant export activity in Europe, Asia, America and Africa, the Group operates nineteen companies in Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Cyprus, the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Italy. HALCOR products stand out for their high quality standards and reliability, as HALCOR S.A.ll as the highly innovative features and added value they provide to end-customers. The Group&＃39;s expanded range of products includes copper, brass, titanium, zinc and alloy-based bars, rods, tubes, sections, flats wires, gutters, strips, copper wires and a broad range of cables. It is also worth noting that HALCOR is a member of the Copper Alliance and has permission from the International Copper Association Ltd to market products of Antimicrobial Copper Cu+ that are proven to protect public health. The Antimicrobial Copper Cu+ constitutes a whole category of copper and copper alloys products that are more effective than any other product in continuously killing microbes that cause serious infections. The use of Antimicrobial Copper Cu+ in touch surfaces, as well as air conditioning and ventilation systems has been proven to be more effective in the continuous elimination of bacteria that cause serious and dangerous infections, compared to the use of other materials.As a result of the Group&＃39;s strategic investments in research & development, Halcor is recognized as one of the leading copper producers in Europe, setting new standards in copper processing. The company maintains a consistent focus on quality and environmental protection and a strong commitment to the principles of sustainable development. In this context, all production facilities in the Group&＃39;s plants leverage advanced technologies to bring in the market innovative products that are energy efficient and environmentally friendly.Technology and R&DAs a leading copper products manufacturer and solutions provider, Halcor maintains strong competitive advantage by combining a customer-centric strategy with a strong technology development focus and an emphasis on high quality processes and products that ensure customer satisfaction. The company is investing heavily in R&D with the objective to introduce technology improvements in various metallurgical applications and offer cutting-edge products and integrated solutions that address specific customer needs. As an active member of the Hellenic Research Centre for Metals (ELKEME), Halcor also supports broader efforts to promote new technology R&D in the copper sector and is able to accumulate significant knowledge and expertise in production process and product improvements to meet the most demanding and diversified customer requirements. Halcor is also a founding member of the Hellenic Copper Development Institute, actively involved in educational programs by providing materials, hosting and financing specialised seminars across Greece. Through HCDI, a member of the European Copper Institute (ECI), Halcor is actively involved in major research projects concerning copper&＃39;s impact on human health and the environment. Moreover, Halcor implements effective quality management processes and aims to continuously expand its portfolio with new, improved products and applications. For Halcor, high quality is a strategic choice, a competitive advantage and a matter of business responsibility. Throughout all stages of production, Halcor implements strict and extensive quality control processes, leveraging the experience of specialized and highly trai