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The Schmidt + Clemens Group

Schmidt + Clemens – Innovation from tradition

Precision in centrifugal casting, static casting and investment casting for 145 years

Schmidt + Clemens is more than just a specialized foundry – we are leading global experts in centrifugal casting, static casting and investment casting. With in-depth metallurgical knowledge and 145 years of experience, we develop innovative solutions that contribute to a more sustainable use of our planet´s resources.

With passion, innovation, and a clear focus on quality, we develop customized products in close collaboration with our customers. Our motivation is to work with you to overcome the challenges of tomorrow and shape sustainable progress.

As a stainless steel specialist, we offer the full range of foundry technologies – from centrifugal casting and static casting to investment casting. We manufacture precision components that withstand the highest stresses.

As a stainless steel specialist, we offer the full range of foundry technologies – from centrifugal casting and static casting to investment casting. We manufacture precision components that withstand the highest stresses.

Petrochemicals

Petrochemicals products

Innovation and quality for the petrochemicals industry

Schmidt + Clemens is known throughout the world for high-quality components and systems. Whether it’s steam crackers or steam reformers, the products of this global family business have been setting standards in the petrochemicals industry for over 145 years. Together with our customers, we’re shaping a more sustainable future! State-of-the-art products and innovative materials enable us to significantly reduce the carbon footprint without compromising on performance. 

Petrochemicals

Petrochemicals products

Innovation and quality for the petrochemicals industry

Schmidt + Clemens is known throughout the world for high-quality components and systems. Whether it’s steam crackers or steam reformers, the products of this global family business have been setting standards in the petrochemicals industry for over 145 years. Together with our customers, we’re shaping a more sustainable future! State-of-the-art products and innovative materials enable us to significantly reduce the carbon footprint without compromising on performance. 

Steam crackers
Steam cracker solutions
Better performance, less downtime
Steam reformers
Steam reformer solutions
Innovation for a growing world

Why working
with Schmidt + Clemens?

Petrochemicals solutions – higher performance, less downtime.

DRI

Iron ore direct reduction

Powerful solutions for direct reduction plants – efficiency for your production

As the market leader in the field of spun casting tubes for direct reduction plants, we ensure the highest quality and reliability in your plant. Our products support the resource-efficient production of iron – an essential component of today's global steel production.

Direct Reduction Plants

DRI

Iron ore direct reduction

Powerful solutions for direct reduction plants – efficiency for your production

As the market leader in the field of spun casting tubes for direct reduction plants, we ensure the highest quality and reliability in your plant. Our products support the resource-efficient production of iron – an essential component of today's global steel production.

Power technology

Power technology – components for a world in motion

The energy needs of the growing global population require powerful and durable technologies. With our innovative investment and spun casting solutions, we are promoting both fossil and renewable energy sources such as hydroelectric power for a reliable and sustainable energy future.

Pumps & valves

Pumps & valves – precision and durability for your plants

Schmidt + Clemens is synonymous with high-performance special steel components that work reliably even under extreme conditions. From pump housings to shafts: Our products combine quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness – for applications that demand the highest standards.

Industrial furnace construction

Industrial furnace construction – top performance for extreme conditions

With innovative high-performance materials and decades of experience, Schmidt + Clemens supplies durable and efficient industrial furnace construction solutions. Our components are still reliable even at temperatures of up to 1250 °C – for maximum performance and minimum maintenance.

S+C Services

With S+C you have the perfect partner at your side.

Our services are as varied as your needs: S+C is your perfect partner whether you need on-site services, laboratory services, damage analysis or plant optimization.

Integrated Optimization
Services for
Steam Cracker
Integrated Optimization
Services for
Steam Reformer
Integrated Optimization
Services for
Direct Reduction Plants
Plant Support - Next Level
On-Site Services
Metallurgical
Services
In-House Certified
Laboratory
Services
S+C production

Excellence in every production phase

Precision and innovation: State-of-the-art production for demanding applications

S+C brings together a wealth of expertise: From research and development to metallurgy and casting to machining and state-of-the-art welding, we are synonymous with the highest quality at every production stage. 

Our production is synonymous with top quality, state-of-the-art technologies and an exceptional range of possibilities to meet our customers’ diverse requirements.

Our work focuses on the processing of high-alloy special steels that have been specially developed for extreme conditions.

Our production is synonymous with top quality, state-of-the-art technologies and an exceptional range of possibilities to meet our customers’ diverse requirements.

Our work focuses on the processing of high-alloy special steels that have been specially developed for extreme conditions.

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Training, dual study and more

Impressive career prospects

S+C has long been one of the world's leading special steel specialists and one of the top training companies in the region. We offer solid training and interesting career opportunities in numerous professions.

If you want to study after graduating from high school, S+C is the right place for you. We offer a combined study program at a vocational academy, combined with practical periods at S+C.

MEET US IN
PERSON

European Ethylene Producers Committee

St. Julian´s, Malta

October 22 - 24, 2025

To the trade fair page

Stainless Steel World

MECC Maastricht, The Netherlands

November 18 - 20, 2025

Both: #43

To the trade fair page

Hagener Symposium

Hagen, Germany

November 27 - 28, 2025

To the trade fair page
S+C Newsroom

Current news & Press Releases

September 22, 2025 // Company50 years of Werksarztzentrum Oberberg e.V.Expertise, proximity, and trust in occupational health and safety

Werksarztzentrum Oberberg e.V. is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Thanks and recognition on the anniversary.

Anniversary Celebration 2025
September 21, 2025 // CompanyS+C Anniversary Celebration 2025 Schmidt + Clemens honors long-standing employees at its 2025 anniversary celebration

The event focused on 18 long-serving employees who together can look back on an impressive 590 years of service.

Tree Planting Challenge 2025
August 22, 2025 // CompanyTree Planting Challenge 2025 Schmidt + Clemens participates in the “Tree Planting Challenge 2025”

The company was nominated for the campaign by Pferd Tools, thereby setting an example for sustainability and the responsible use of natural resources.

Company kindergarten
May 21, 2025 // CompanyGround-breaking ceremony for the extension to the company kindergarten Schmidt + Clemens invests 1.1 million euros in a family-friendly future

Today's ground-breaking ceremony marked the official start of the extension to the company kindergarten on the Schmidt + Clemens Group (S+C) site in lindlar.

Annual result for 2024
May 10, 2025 // CompanyAnnual result for 2024 Sales growth of 33 percent in a challenging environment

The Schmidt + Clemens Group presented a pleasing result for the 2024 financial year at its shareholders' meeting.

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