About Crmgroup
CRM Group: Innovating the Future of Metallic Materials
CRM Group is a leading research and development company that specializes in the production, transformation, coating, use and recycling of metallic materials. With over 70 years of experience in the industry, CRM Group has established itself as a trusted partner for industrial companies looking to innovate their processes and products.
At CRM Group, we are committed to providing our clients with cutting-edge technology solutions that create value for their businesses. Our team of experts is dedicated to developing innovative processes and products that meet the evolving needs of our industrial partners.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services to our clients, including:
Research & Development: Our R&D team works closely with our clients to develop new technologies and products that meet their specific needs. We have extensive experience in metallurgy, materials science, surface engineering and process engineering.
Testing & Analysis: We provide comprehensive testing and analysis services for metallic materials. Our state-of-the-art facilities allow us to perform a wide range of tests on metals such as tensile testing, fatigue testing, corrosion testing and more.
Training & Consultancy: We offer training courses on various topics related to metallic materials such as welding techniques or surface treatment methods. Additionally we provide consultancy services on metallurgical issues or process optimization.
Technology Transfer: We help our clients transfer technology from lab-scale experiments into industrial applications by providing support during scale-up phases or by licensing patents developed at CRMgroup.
Our Expertise
At CRM Group we have expertise in several areas related to metallic materials:
Metallurgy: The study of metals' physical properties like strength or ductility under different conditions (temperature/pressure).
Materials Science: The study of how structure affects properties like hardness or toughness; this includes microstructure analysis using electron microscopy techniques like SEM/TEM/XRD etc..
Surface Engineering : The modification/improvement/decoration/coating/treatment etc..of surfaces using various techniques like PVD/CVD/Plasma spraying etc..
Process Engineering: The optimization of industrial processes like casting, forging, rolling or heat treatment to improve quality and reduce costs.
Our Facilities
CRM Group has state-of-the-art facilities that allow us to perform a wide range of tests and experiments on metallic materials. Our facilities include:
Laboratories: We have several laboratories equipped with advanced equipment for metallurgical analysis, surface engineering and process engineering.
Pilot Plants: We have pilot plants for various processes like casting, forging or heat treatment. These plants allow us to test new technologies at an industrial scale before transferring them into our clients' production lines.
Training Center: Our training center is equipped with modern classrooms and practical workshops where we offer courses on various topics related to metallic materials.
Our Clients
We work with a wide range of clients from different industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy or construction. Some examples of our clients are:
Airbus : CRM Group has been working with Airbus since 2005 on several R&D projects related to the development of new alloys for aircraft structures or the improvement of welding techniques used in aircraft manufacturing.
ArcelorMittal : CRM Group has been collaborating with ArcelorMittal since 2010 on several projects related to the optimization of steelmaking processes or the development of new coatings for steel products.
Total : CRM Group has been working with Total since 2012 on several R&D projects related to corrosion protection coatings for offshore oil platforms or the development of new lubricants for drilling operations.
Conclusion
CRM Group is a leading research and development company that specializes in metallic materials. With over 70 years' experience in the industry, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for industrial companies looking to innovate their processes and products. Our team's expertise in metallurgy, materials science, surface engineering and process engineering allows us to provide comprehensive solutions tailored specifically towards our client's needs. At CRM group we are committed to providing our clients with cutting-edge technology solutions that create value for their businesses.