During the AMPP 2025 event, the Inspenet team was able to interview Carl von Schantz, President of the Tubes Division at Alleima, where it became clear that in sectors such as nuclear, aerospace, and hydrogen storage, materials cannot fail. The division Carl leads represents 70% of Alleima’s business, and his work is essential to maintaining safe operations in critical services globally.
A step forward in precision engineering
Alleima’s seamless pipes are specifically developed for environments where traceability, quality, and corrosion resistance are non-negotiable. The company invests heavily in R&D to offer materials that not only meet standards, but also define them.
Its applications range from aircraft propulsion to nuclear reactors and hydrogen storage systems. In all these cases, Alleima offers materials that ensure stable, efficient operations with a low risk of structural failure.
Furthermore, the focus on sustainability is evident at every stage of the process. According to Carl, they are also working on improving the life cycle analysis of their products to reduce their environmental footprint and help customers meet their own environmental goals.
Localized production and agile customer response
Another crucial aspect is the company’s ability to scale production without losing quality. Thanks to a global network of facilities, the company can manufacture customized solutions close to the customer, whether in the Americas, Europe, or Asia-Pacific.
In the United States, for example, they have been operating for more than 50 years and are currently investing in expanding their presence. This reduces delivery times and improves technical support, which is essential in sectors that require immediate response and rigorous regulatory compliance.
Sanicro 35: innovation for the chemical industry
One of the highlights of the interview was the anniversary of the launch of Sanicro 35, a super-austenitic alloy designed for the chemical industry. This product represents a significant advance in the replacement of nickel alloys, offering superior mechanical properties at a lower cost.
Sanicro 35 not only improves the performance of facilities exposed to harsh environments, but also solves common operational problems with a more economical and sustainable solution. It is a clear example of how materials innovation can be transformative for heavy industries.
Choosing the right material saves lives
At the end of the interview, Carl shared a powerful message for the engineers designing the infrastructure of the future:
We want to make sure we create safe solutions for people, and we strive to develop, in our case, tubes and bars that don’t fail or cause problems. I think that’s our primary mission, […] safety first. This is also true when it comes to safety and how it’s a motto in our corporate culture.
Carl von Schantz.
This approach, focused on safety as a design principle, is the basis of Alleima’s technical culture and is also the reason why its products make a difference in sectors where the margin of error is zero.
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Source: Inspenet.