Research and development
Our research and development solves customers’ future challenges with innovative new products and solutions. The advanced results show our strong expertise in steel and its applications.
Focus areas of our R&D
Construction efficiency
- We develop sustainable new technologies and design solutions to improve the efficiency of the construction process, to shorten construction time and to reduce the amount of work done on site.
- Examples of R&D in the construction business
Cabins, booms and equipment for the energy industry
High-strength, wear-resistant and coated steels for the engineering and automotive industry and construction
- We develop new steel grades for end-products with lighter structures, higher performance and prolonged life.
- We develop durable, formable and functional coatings.
- Examples of R&D in the steel business
R&D investments
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2011
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2010
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2009
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2008
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2007
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| €m |
29
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27
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29
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27
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28
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| as % of net sales |
1
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1
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1.5
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0.7
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0.7
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From futuristic ideas to practical applications
We strive to speed up the innovation process and to achieve world-class competence in the development of products and solutions. Special emphasis in the development is on energy efficiency. We also carry out long-term research that tests futuristic ideas and creates breakthrough applications, prototypes and patents.
Ruukki uses the latest technology and works closely with an extensive network of outside experts, for example universities and research institutions.
We have over 200 skilled product development experts working in research units in Finland, Poland and Russia.