The company is marking a legacy than began in 1865 in Pennsylvania through the origin of HWI, the brand of the group’s Americas region. Throughout the last 160 years, the group’s presence has expanded across the world. 

“Our 160-year anniversary is much more than a number. It is the story of people who built, innovated and shaped an industry that remains vital to modern life. Every step of our legacy reflects our commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver value across steel, cement, energy, petrochemical, metalcasting and many other high-temperature industries. This journey inspires us as we continue to deliver safe, efficient and more sustainable solutions for our customers worldwide,” said Michel Cornelissen, president and chief executive officer of Calderys.

In celebration of this milestone, the Calderys Group is releasing a four-part video series tracing its journey through history from 1865 to 2025. The series highlights key company milestones and demonstrates how refractories and other high-temperature solutions have accompanied global progress.