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From 11 locations in six countries across four continents , the Howco Group manufactures and distributes highperformance alloys and components for deployment in the world ’ s most challenging scenarios , conditions , and locations . These products are particularly crucial for companies in the oil , gas , chemical processing , and energy sectors , where precision and reliability are paramount . Howco ’ s overarching goal is to limit service disruption , downtime , and costs for its customers , thereby ensuring seamless operations . Jane Savage , Commercial Director of the European Distribution
Division and Michael Smith , Director of the UK Manufacturing Division , join us for a discussion around the company ’ s core operations and latest developments .
Considered a market leader with over 40 years of experience , Howco is one of the world ’ s largest processors and distributors of nickel , stainless , and low alloy products for the global energy industry . From its humble roots in Scotland , the organization has grown , diversified , and constantly adapted to the everchanging needs of its customers and the overall industry to become what it is today . In 1982 , the business was established as a metal stockholder and now spans the globe across six countries with a mixture of distribution and precision manufacturing sites . Howco became part of the Sumitomo Corporation in 2006 , which is one of the world ’ s largest trading companies .
We ask Jane and Michael about the range of products and services Howco provides in both the Eastern and Western Hemispheres . “ In terms of distribution and processing , we provide a full range of nickel , stainless , and low alloy products , along with conversion services like first stage machining , forging , heat treatment , and testing . Additionally , our manufacturing operations encompass a comprehensive
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