Magnetic levitation laboratory furnace for high purity and reproducible casting

Infrastructures
Research areas
  • Engineering & Technology
Contact

946 430 850

(+34) 946 430 850 (International calls)

Available for external users?
Yes
Description

TECNALIA's Laboratory Magnetic Levitation Furnace provides advanced capabilities in metallurgical processes within the field of manufacturing.

The facility integrates an induction melting furnace with electromagnetic levitation and a water-cooled copper mould. It enables high-purity casting and alloy development, including the production of amorphous alloys.

The infrastructure is designed to support R&D projects and technology validation, covering the entire process from material and process development to evaluation and technology transfer.

Equipment

  • Induction furnace with electromagnetic levitation.
  • Water-cooled copper mould.
  • Vacuum operation and controlled-atmosphere systems.
Services
  • High-purity metal casting
  • Alloy development, including amorphous alloys
  • Controlled solidification studies

Aimed at:

  • Manufacturers of ferrous metal materials.
Location

TECNALIA

Bizkaia Technology Park, Astondo Bidea, Edificio 700, E-48160, Derio (Bizkaia)

Other info
Metallurgical Processes:
- High-Performance Metallic Materials and Alloys
- Advanced Materials

Application sectors

  • Automotive
  • Foundries and steelmaking

Industry plan

  • IRABAZI · Automotive components
  • IRABAZI · Metallurgy