Lasting solutions - lasting relationships!
Our extensive experience in the design and manufacturing of Tungsten Carbide & Technical (Industrial) Ceramic components enables us to evaluate solutions for the most troublesome areas of your business, by thoroughly examining components and mechanisms and then specifying and manufacturing the most cost-effective ultra-hard materials solution to exactly meet your needs.

Together, we work to create lasting solutions for your needs and a lasting relationship with you, our customer.


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HARDMET ASSOCIATES LTD

Bespoke Tungsten Carbide Products

Tungsten Carbide and Technical Ceramics.

Hardmet Associates Ltd are an ultra-hard materials manufacturer with associate companies based all over the world. With offices in Germany, Italy, Canada, China and the USA we are positioned perfectly to supply any company world wide with bespoke tungsten carbide products and technical ceramics. We have our very own specialist manufacturing plant based in Portugal and often take on work that involves replacing parts of machinery used for cutting and other hard tasks and replacing it with Tungsten Carbide products. Tungsten Carbide is an extremely hard material ranking just behind diamond in terms of hardness, it is stronger than both steel and titanium and we have found it’s use in any type of industry has massive impacts on product quality, machinery and tool lifespan and more. Customers often marvel at the strength of newly designed tungsten carbide products, from saw blades to many other components and tools we can manufacture whatever it is that you need and produce as many as you require or manufacture for you on a regular basis. Whatever is best for the customer has always been our defining ethos and it applies to this day. We have over 60 years of experience in this field and consider ourselves experts regarding all forms of ultra-hard materials, specifically working with them hands on.

When you replace your old steel or titanium products with tungsten carbide the first thing to expect is long term savings, the wear and tear on our tungsten carbide products is second to none and many clients are pleasantly surprised at the life they get out of new parts produced by us. As well as wear and tear using harder materials allows for a finer and more precise machining which ultimately can result in a higher quality product, many of the companies we supply now exclusively use Tungsten Carbide products as they are far more cost effective over any longer period of time. With world class service and product quality we are happy to report that our pricing is always competitive and fair, we are confident we can beat most like for like quotes regarding tungsten carbide products so if you have any doubts or queries please feel free to get in touch today.

One of our major selling points and the reason we are chosen by so many different reliable manufacturers is that we provide second to none customer support, both on advising you with what material and product will be best for your application as well as after-market support where we can assist with any issues or further queries you may have. Our logistics systems mean that delivery of any project or order is completed quickly and delivered as soon as possible anywhere in the world. We have built up many relationships over the years with various companies and we love that ultra-hard materials such as tungsten carbide products are now in regular use and people are enjoying their benefits as much as we do. We are passionate about our products and you can always expect fantastic customer service and knowledgeable staff here at Hardmet Associates Ltd.

If you are in need of tungsten carbide products or technical ceramics. Get in touch with us today, our expert staff is awaiting any calls and ready to help you save money with longer lasting, higher quality and fairly priced tungsten carbide tools or parts.

World-class reputation for the manufacturing of Tungsten Carbide component manufacturing Tungsten Carbide and Technical (Industrial) Ceramic components

Together with our Associate Companies, we enjoy a world-class reputation and are among the world's top producers of Tungsten Carbide and Technical Ceramic components for a wide range of industries.

Hardmet Associates also manufacture Tungsten Carbide and Technical Ceramic components - under OEM contracts - for some of the world's most prestigious brands.

Tungsten Carbide grades are suitable for most applications, including ISO, PM & K grades for metal-cutting, wood and composites respectively. Our grades can be coated with CVD or PVD and diamond with our own in-house coating equipment.

Intensive quality control
Our Associate Companies are ISO 9001 certified, guaranteeing that all products are fully traceable in the production line. Our laboratories carry out intensive quality control on every item, regarding sizes, chemical compounds and coating adherence.
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What do our customers say?
"Wanted you to know that we received the special metalcutting inserts and they are terrific. Thanks very much for your great help."
Tony Evans, Tooling Specialist
"Have received the tungsten carbide nozzles they look great and your deliveries are excellent, well done!"
Karin Hjort
"The composite hammers you designed and manufactured for us are working well beyond our expectations. Thanks to all at Hardmet Associates Ltd."
Dave Rawnsley
"The pre-brazed tungsten carbide saw tips, produced by Hardmet Associates, are the best we've ever had. They braze extremely well, and saw life has improved significantly."
Simon Woods