News - INTOCAST AG

03/09/24

Vision becomes reality – INTOCAST AG Acquires Shares in Sapotech

Ratingen, Germany – September 3, 2024 INTOCAST AG, a leader in the refractory industry, is pleased to announce the acquisition of shares in Sapotech, a pioneering Finnish company specializing in analytical visualization technology. This move marks a significant evolution in the strategic alliance that was initially formed in May 2024, further strengthening Sapotech’s position within …

02/09/24

Forged in Fire: From INTOCAST Trainee to Group CEO – Celebrating Matthias Normann’s 30th Anniversary

Unlike most industry CEOs, Matthias Normann didn’t just step into a role—he created it and shaped INTOCAST into the global refractory group it is today. Matthias joined INTOCAST in 1994, completing the business management training program. By 1997, he was offered INTOCAST shares and had become Production Manager, where he learned the industry from the …

13/05/24

At INTOCAST, Passion meets know-how. Wow!

INTOCAST AG is one of the world’s leading specialists in refractory products for the international steel industry. What makes the company unique: The medium-sized group consists of more than 30 different companies globally, each with highly specialized expertise in their field. Following the re-launch of the global brand presence last year, an image film has …

08/05/24

INCOMING FUTURE EXPERTS!

We recently hosted a successful ‘Girls and Boys Day’ at INTOCAST AG, where we welcomed young students aged 13-14 from nearby schools and some of our staff’s children for an exciting day of exploration and learning from our EXPERTS. The students spent time in each department, including production, the technical team, IT, Sales, Marketing, Finance, …

06/05/24

Visionary Alliance: INTOCAST and Sapotech Team Up for AI Real-Time Monitoring Solutions

Ratingen, Germany May 5 2024 – INTOCAST AG, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Finland-based Sapotech, an innovator in analytical visualization technology. This collaboration is set to raise quality and efficiency in steel production processes to a new level by introducing unmatched real-time visualization and monitoring of manufacturing processes. The partnership leverages Sapotech’s IoT solutions, …

26/04/24

INTOCAST brings Summer Cheer to Ratingen Retirement Homes with Wine Donation

INTOCAST has extended a heartwarming gesture to the elderly residents of Ratingen by donating a selection of wines from the Mosel boutique vineyard Mons Ferratus to several retirement homes in our hometown. Timed perfectly for the summer season, this donation aims to infuse joy and relaxation into the lives of seniors residing in these facilities. …

05/03/24

INTOCAST Announces Major Investment in Mega Class Factory for Refractories in the Heart of America

Ratingen (Germany) and Huntingdon, Tennessee (USA) – INTOCAST AG today officially announces the construction of a new, state-of-the-art production plant dedicated to the manufacture of MgO-C refractories and materials specifically for the American market. This significant investment marks a pivotal expansion of INTOCAST’s operations in the United States, emphasizing its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and …

22/12/23

INTOCAST AG Spreads Holiday Cheer with “Weihnachtsbaum-Wunschaktion” Campaign.

In a heartwarming tradition that began in 2022, INTOCAST AG has once again organized the “Weihnachtsbaum-Wunschaktion” (Wishing Tree Campaign), bringing joy and smiles to children in Ratingen and Düsseldorf. Partnering with local organizations, the company has collaborated with “Café Lichtblicke” in Ratingen West and “Froschkönige gegen Kinderarmut e. V.” in Düsseldorf. The initiative allowed children …

14/09/23

INTOCAST AG AND LUCKS FEUERFESTTECHNIK GMBH COOPERATE ON INDUSTRIAL FURNACE SYSTEMS AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL.

INTOCAST AG is one of the world’s leading specialists in refractory products and manufactures both shaped and unshaped Refractory products, casting auxiliaries and metallurgical slag additives. LUCKS Feuerfesttechnik GmbH is a renowned expert for the refractory lining of industrial furnace plants and specializes in “turn-key projects”. The two companies are entering into a strategic cooperation …

08/09/23

DOLOMITE FRANCHI S.p.A SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2022

DOLOMITE FRANCHI S.p.A – the experts for Dolomitic bricks within the INTOCAST Group have just released their Sustainability Report for the year 2022 showcasing Dolomite Franchi’s commitment to sustainability that goes beyond mere compliance. It represents a purposeful stride towards a future where our products not only ensure high performance but also adhere to the …