HEF Group

stand n°69

ZI SUD - Avenue Benoit Fourneyron CS 42077 42162 Andrézieux-Bouthéon cedex France
www.hef.fr

DESCRIPTION

HEF Group: 70 years of expertise in surface materials engineering HEF is a world-renowned expert in surface materials engineering, focusing on three areas of expertise: tribology, photonics and hydrogen technologies. 

The group develops new materials and processes to meet the challenges of society in the mobility, construction, low-carbon energy, defense and space, and medical sectors.

HEF is anchored in Saint-Etienne, an area of industrial innovation. It operates a vertical integration model based on high R&D intensity, mobilizing 8 to 10% of sales, and global industrialization: 80% of business is conducted internationally.

The group is a pioneer in social innovation, with two-thirds of its capital held by its employees. This provides the group with the financial strength to support its strategy of long-term investment and rational growth.

HEF's commitment to the preservation of the environment is reflected in the circular economy of its processes and a product offering aimed at replacing polluting technologies.