METALOUMIN is a leading Greek producer of extruded aluminum, operating since 1969 with extensive facilities and an international customer base, known for resilience, innovation, and quality.
The company remains at the forefront of the construction and energy industries, adapting to domestic and international market demands. Its end-to-end, vertical production process includes extrusion, powder coating, and advanced processing, ensuring that the products meet the highest standards in construction, industrial, and renewable energy sectors.
METALOUMIN has excelled through strategic investments and a focus on customer satisfaction, all reflected in notable sales upswings from 2019 to 2023, amid general economic volatility.
Interview with Valia Sgardeli, Export Manager at METALOUMIN SA.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
Valia Sgardeli: A significant presence in the Greek aluminum extrusion industry, and of notable global stir, METALOUMIN SA designs and produces custom profile systems for various uses, including solar energy applications, focusing on the construction and photovoltaic industries. In construction, we produce architectural aluminum profile systems, and specialized profiles for industrial applications. In solar, the firm makes advanced fixed, seasonal, and solar tracker mountings, such as the MetaTracker®, for photovoltaic systems. The company pioneered solar trackers in Greece, establishing itself as a leader in renewable energy.
What is the state of the market where you are currently active?
V.S: The global aluminum extrusion market, valued at USD 83.90 billion in 2023, expands at a CAGR of 8.2%, projected to reach USD 162.77 billion by 2032. Impacted by macroeconomic factors including COVID-19, the market rebounded strongly to USD 83.90 billion in 2023. METALOUMIN SA demonstrated resilience with a 52% increase in sales between 2019 and 2023, reflecting its growth trajectory.
In Greece, the aluminum extrusion market remained stable, with domestic sales accounting for 30% of total sales in 2023, and exports at 70%. The market showed strong upward trends in early 2024, with sales growth of 7-26% for extrusion companies and other suppliers of architectural aluminum profile systems. Despite possible fluctuations, METALOUMIN SA continues to thrive, driven by quality, customer support, and innovation.
What are the ranges of products/services?
V.S: METALOUMIN SA offers a broad product range across various sectors. In architecture, the company produces aluminum profile systems for doors and windows, including the ENERGY, EVRO, and SLIM series. These profiles are known for high insulation properties, functionality, and adaptability, making them ideal for residential and commercial applications.
In the industrial sector, METALOUMIN SA provides both standard and custom aluminum profiles for applications like solar thermal, structural components, awnings, LED lighting, and marine fixtures. The company’s processing department further enhances product forms, offering high-quality machining services, including cutting, drilling, and welding, tailored to customer specifications. Adding to product range, METALOUMIN SA operates an advanced two-chamber electrostatic powder coating shop, providing durable finishes resistant to corrosion, supported by a well-equipped quality control laboratory.
In photovoltaics, besides a full-range PV mountings line for residential and commercial applications, including fixed and seasonal structures for ground applications, the company offers two versions of the Horizontal Single-Axis MetaTracker®, featuring hydraulic and electric drivetrains. Highlighting its expertise in renewable energy, the company offers superior performance in photovoltaic systems with facts and details ensuring stability, efficiency, and ease of maintenance.
What are the most innovative products/services marketed?
V.S: METALOUMIN SA’s most innovative products include architectural profile systems, featuring state-of-the-art insulation technologies and high-performance solar tracker systems. The company’s high-performance thermal insulation systems, are certified for superior insulation properties, and valued for their quality and cost-effectiveness. The horizontal Single-Axis Electrical Tracker MetaTracker® exemplifies our dedication in advancing renewable energy, offering features like daily backtracking, torsion stability, and low maintenance, suitable for challenging terrains and extreme slopes.
What’s the news about new products/services?
V.S: In 2024, METALOUMIN SA continues to excel in delivering innovative solutions for complex projects. Notably, the company recently finalized a cluster of 134 photovoltaic (PV) projects in Northern Greece, with a combined capacity of 74MW, overcoming unique production scheduling and logistical challenges. Additionally, the firm completed a series of PV installations in Cyprus, managing the diverse terrain obstacles with precision.
On the architectural front, METALOUMIN SA successfully undertook the phased renovation of doors and windows at the 251 Air Force General Military Hospital in Athens, Greece. This intricate project addressed strict safety, noise control, and communication requirements tailored to the needs of this vital medical institution.
What can you tell us about market trends?
V.S: The global aluminum extrusion market is poised for continued growth over the next decade, driven by rising demand in construction, and renewable energy sectors. Key trends include a focus on sustainability and technological advancements, such as AI and advanced manufacturing processes. METALOUMIN SA leverages these trends, integrating new technologies into its products and processes to maintain its competitive edge.
What estimations do you have for 2024?
V.S: For 2024, METALOUMIN SA anticipates a 20% increase in sales volume in the first quarter compared to the same period in 2023, driven by strategic market upgrades and selective international expansion. The company plans to strengthen partnerships with institutions like the National Technical University of Athens, to develop technologically advanced products. Ongoing investments in AI and technology integration will further enhance METALOUMIN SA’s ability to deliver high-quality, customized solutions, ensuring continued growth in the global aluminum extrusion market.