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Research for a sustainable future

The metals research institute Swerim conducts needs-based industrial research and development concerning metals and their route from raw material to finished product. Our vision is a sustainable and competitive industry.

Research that creates industrial benefit

Transatlantic collaboration on new welding technology for General Motors

Swerim and General Motors (GM) have joined forces to develop a next-generation welding technology for light vehicles.

Simulator creates complete overview of continuous casting

Although extensive research concerning the behaviour of molten steel in the mould during casting has been conducted, not all flow relations can be described.

Better surfaces and less scrap

New mathematical models help to determine when cracks occur in the steel during casting.

Cooperation develops small companies

Many small companies are innovative and driven but may not possess necessary resources. External cooperation may be needed for further development.
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News from Swerim

Swerim strongly represented at the first Swedish Metals & Minerals Program Conference

2026-10-08

Swerim had a strong presence at the first Swedish Metals & Minerals Program Conference, held in Stockholm on 6–7 October. 28 of our researchers took part, presenting their work during two days of knowledge sharing, discussions and new connections.

Swedish Foundries Lead the Way – Fossil Carbon Replaced by Biochar from Swedish Forests

2026-10-02

Swerim has kicked off the RFCS project TRANSFER

2026-09-23

Memorandum of Understanding Signed Between Swerim and India's SRTMI

2026-09-09

Resource and Recycling Day 2026 – popular webinar

2026-09-02
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Calendar

Date Event Type Location
Industrial Symbiosis in Steelmaking – Webinar Seminar Microsoft Teams
Swerim Day 2026 Seminar Kista (Stockholm)
Kurs i grundläggande material- och korrosionslära för metaller Course Kista (Stockholm)
Internationell svetsingenjör (IWE) – Utbildning Course Stockholm
Internationell svetstekniker (IWT) – Utbildning Course Stockholm
Kurs i lasersvetsning – European Laser Welding at a Basic Level (ELW-B) Course Stockholm
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Career at Swerim

Are you curious about a career in research and development? Our research institute offers a stimulating and developing work environment with inspiring challenges. Together we work for fossil-free and circular industry.

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