Alleima Ultra-Fine Medical Wire Order Fuels Growth
Alleima has secured a major ultra-fine wire order in its medical customer segment worth about $33.5 million. The company booked the order in the fourth quarter of 2022, and deliveries will ramp up through 2023 within the Kanthal division.
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“Growing the Medical segment is one of the cornerstones in our strategy for profitable growth,” said Göran Björkman, President and CEO of Alleima. He also emphasized that this contract expands Alleima’s addressable market by opening several new patient-focused applications.
Ultra-Fine Wire Backs Remote Patient Monitoring
Gary Davies, head of the medical business unit in the Kanthal division, explained that customers will use the ultra-fine wire for remote patient monitoring. This segment is growing quickly as healthcare providers look for more continuous, real‑time data outside traditional clinical settings.
He noted that the order stems from the commercialization of a new product that offers leading-edge technology and high accuracy, both critical for reliable monitoring solutions and precise medical measurements.
Alleima Builds on Advanced Materials Expertise
Alleima, previously known as Sandvik Materials Technology, designs high value‑added products based on advanced stainless steels, special alloys, and industrial heating solutions. The company employs more than 5,500 people and supports customers in around 90 countries across medical, industrial, and energy markets.
Because of this global footprint and deep materials expertise, Alleima can support demanding medical applications that require micro‑dimensions, tight tolerances, and consistent performance. Readers can find additional details in the medical solutions section on the Alleima website.
