High-Performance, Sustainable Steel for Demanding Applications
Ovako is a leading European manufacturer of engineering steel, trusted by global customers in the bearing, transportation, and manufacturing industries. With decades of metallurgical expertise and a strong focus on sustainability, we deliver high-quality engineering steels designed to perform under the most demanding conditions — combining strength, toughness, and machinability with industry-leading consistency.
What Is Engineering Steel?
Engineering steel refers to a family of specialty steels developed for components that require precise mechanical properties, high fatigue strength, and long service life. These steels are often used in bearings, automotive parts, heavy machinery, and energy systems, where reliability and durability are critical.
At Ovako, our engineering steel grades are carefully refined to meet exacting customer specifications. We offer a wide range of carbon, low-alloy, and bearing steels, available in bar, tube, and ring forms — all produced with exceptional cleanliness and uniformity.
A European Leader in Engineering Steel Manufacturing
As a European engineering steel manufacturer, Ovako operates advanced production facilities and service centers across Europe, supported by sales offices in North America and Asia. Our global network ensures that customers benefit from local expertise, flexible delivery options, and responsive technical support.
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Tailored steel grades and dimensions
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Cutting, finishing, and product adaptation services
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Warehouse and just-in-time delivery solutions
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Technical consultation and application support
This combination of technical precision and customer focus has made Ovako a trusted partner to world-leading industrial manufacturers.
Sustainable Engineering Steel
Sustainability is central to Ovako’s identity. Our engineering steels are produced using 97% recycled scrap and fossil-free electricity, which significantly lowers the carbon footprint compared to traditional steelmaking.
Through continuous innovation and collaboration with customers, Ovako is helping to drive the transition toward low-carbon and circular steel solutions. This commitment supports not only environmental goals but also the long-term competitiveness of our customers in a rapidly changing global market.
Ovako’s steel products has a full 80 % lower carbon footprint than the global average.
Part of the Nippon Steel Group
Since March 2019, Ovako has been a subsidiary of Sanyo Special Steel and part of the Nippon Steel Corporation Group — the world’s third-largest steel producer, employing more than 100,000 people across 15+ countries.
Being part of this global network allows Ovako to combine local agility with world-class research and innovation, ensuring that our customers receive the most advanced and reliable engineering steel solutions available today.
Applications of Ovako Engineering Steel
Our steels are trusted in a wide range of industries and components, including:
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Bearings and bearing rings
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Automotive and truck components
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Gears, shafts, and axles
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Hydraulic systems and heavy machinery
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Wind energy and power generation
Each product is designed to deliver superior performance, fatigue resistance, and surface quality, enabling longer lifetimes and greater efficiency in critical applications.
Your Partner in Performance
Whether you need a custom engineering steel grade, a sustainable supply partner, or a technical solution for demanding environments, Ovako has the experience and expertise to deliver.
Explore our full range of engineering steel products, or contact your local Ovako sales office to learn how we can help optimize your next project.
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