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Ferroglobe
▲ Marco Levi , CEO
Sustainable solutions
Its product portfolio is just as unique as its footprint . Its products serve fast-growing and dynamic sectors like solar , automotive , consumer products , construction , and energy . Driven by evolving global megatrends , such as decarbonization and electrification , the company ’ s levers of growth are quality , innovation , and sustainability .
“ We offer a wide range of solutions , but I ’ ll outline some of our core lines ,” begins Marco Levi , Ferroglobe ’ s CEO . “ Firstly , we provide silicon metal , which is a crucial component in the production of numerous applications , including aluminum alloys , chemicals , semiconductors , and solar panels . We produce manganese alloys , an essential product in the steel industry , as well as silicon alloys , where we combine silicon with other elements like manganese , calcium , iron , and magnesium to confer unique properties that are valuable for customers in several industries .
“ We also offer silica fume , an inorganic , amorphous silicon dioxide ( SiO2 ), consisting of small particles collected by electric arc furnace filtration systems during the production of silicon and ferrosilicon . On top of this , we provide high-purity silicon for advanced technologies , which can be used as an active material for anodes , as a precursor in lithium-ion batteries , or used for pyrotechnical applications , alloys , and advanced ceramics .
“ Our products are used by many industries for various applications ,” he continues . “ In the chemical industry , for instance , silicon is used to produce silicone compounds – the precursors of more refined materials – which have thousands of applications for automotive , construction , healthcare , or consumer products .
“ Silicon is also a key material for photovoltaic applications and electronic semi-conductors . In this sector , metallurgical
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