High-Purity Silicon Metals

Ferroglobe is a leading producer of silicon metal, recognized for its innovations in high-purity silicon metal production. The company's silicon metal is utilized across various industries, including the production of silicon compounds, silicon wafers for photovoltaic solar cells, and electronic semiconductors. Ferroglobe's proprietary metallurgical purification process produces silicon with up to 99.995% purity, which is cost-effective and does not use any chemical reagents. This innovation is particularly significant for the aluminum industry, where silicon improves the castability, hardness, and strength of aluminum.

In the field of ferroalloys, Ferroglobe continues to drive innovation with its advanced metallurgical products. The company's research and development efforts focus on sustainability and decarbonization, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and strategic partnerships. Ferroglobe's innovations include electromagnetic casting in cold crucible, solidification technologies for high-purity silicon, and the development of mold powder for ductile iron pipes. These advancements contribute to the production of next-generation materials and alloys for clean technology, energy storage, and mobility markets.

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