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Hertwich

History

HERTWICH — INNOVATION, QUALITY, AND SUSTAINABILITY THEN, NOW, AND IN THE FUTURE

Since 1973, Hertwich has been synonymous with innovation and progress in aluminum recycling technology. As a global leader in aluminum recycling equipment and solutions, we continuously introduce groundbreaking developments to the market. Our state-of-the-art systems are installed in foundries of leading aluminum manufacturers and innovative mid-sized companies worldwide.

Aluminum is a material of the future — recyclable almost indefinitely without significant loss of quality. Recognizing this early, Hertwich has been a pioneer in sustainable aluminum recycling. Our flagship “Ecomelt melting furnaces” exemplify economical and eco-friendly recycling technology, fulfilling the strict requirements of modern recycling plants and their CO2 reduction goals.

By providing technology that supports near CO2-neutral aluminum production, Hertwich actively advances sustainable industry practices. With decades of experience and a relentless drive for improvement, we set global standards in the aluminum industry and contribute to the responsible use of this valuable resource.

Milestones

2024
Management Buyout

2024
1st completely Co2 neutral aluminium billet casthouse

2023
50 years Hertwich Engineering

2022
50th Ecomelt Furnace

2021
Vertical Casting Plant - incl. tooling by Hertwich

2020
Automatic Billet Surface Inspection

2017
100th Continous Homogenizing Furnace

2010
Batch Homogenizing reversed air

2007
Horizontal Casting Machine

2003
Chip Melting Furnace

2002
Ecomelt PS furnace for contaminated scrap

2000
Universal Rotary Tilting Furnace

1998
Ecomelt PR (preload ramp) recycl. furnace, Helical Ultrasonic Testing

1996
Vertical Casting Machine - excl. tooling

1994
Linear Ultra Sonic Testing Machine

1992
Monoflow Batch Homogenizing Furnace

1989
Sawing and Packing Line

1983
Compact Type Remelt Plant, Two-Chamber-Furnace

1980
Continous Homogenizing Furnace

1976
Horizontal Casting Line

1973
Foundation of Hertwich Engineering