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THE COMPANY

Special Metals Corporation continues as the worldwide leader in superalloy technology. Founded in 1952, Special Metals Corporation became recognized both as the developer of commercial vacuum induction melting and the widely acclaimed and used family of UDIMET superalloys. SMC remains the acknowledged leader in research, development, production and marketing of high temperature alloys and other advanced materials.

SMC's progress has earned it a reputation for technical excellence and leadership. The Company has been a major participant in programs that have significantly extended the performance limits of superalloys. From these cleaner, stronger, more reliable materials have come the new generations of efficient gas turbine engines.

SMC continues to expand its product lines and markets while pioneering in the development of new materials and processes. Designers and engineers worldwide consistently turn to SMC in their search for superior materials.


THE PEOPLE
 

SMC provides a challenging technical environment which attracts talented people. This has resulted in a closely-knit team of administrative, research, production and marketing professionals with a range and depth of knowledge and experience, and a highly competitive spirit.

SMC's people are committed to continuous improvement through our Total Quality Improvement process.

SMC recognizes that customer satisfaction is our ultimate aim, and that requires a complete understanding of our customers' needs. The entire SMC team is dedicated to satisfying the most demanding customer requirements.


MISSION STATEMENT
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Special Metals is the recognized worldwide leading superalloy and specialty alloy manufacturer. Our reforge billet and machining bar supplied to forgers, ring rollers, machine shops and distributors set the standards for the critical industries we serve. The Company is committed to excellence, total quality and continuous improvement to ensure we meet customer needs while providing the ability to invest in the equipment which will allow the Company to be Number 1 in its field, even in downturn periods.

Special Metals will reduce total costs to the lowest level through improved productivity, capital investment, a strong commitment to quality, and effective planning . A diversified product mix will be developed to provide the volume required for profitability. We will establish our Company as the premier supplier of large diameter vacuum melted billet, bar and difficult-to-produce alloys.

Special Metals' management will utilize strategic planning to direct our future course. Capital investment will focus on improving costs and enhancing our leadership position in the superalloy industry.

Special Metals will develop highly skilled, highly productive employees through a teamwork environment. Communication among employees and management will create a team spirit and an understanding of the importance of continuous improvement in quality and productivity.

Special Metals will operate on an ethical basis and be conscious of its responsibilities to the community.

Special Metals will be the "special" specialty metals producer in its pursuit of customer satisfaction. 


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