Who we are
Leader in electric heating and cooling solutions for industry
Over 50 years of expertise
Since 1973, the Vulcanic Group has been designing and manufacturing electric heating and cooling solutions for industry.
With 750 employees and 10 plants, Vulcanic serves 30,000 customers in 100 countries worldwide.
The Group offers a wide range of solutions for industrial heating and cooling (liquids, gases and solids), including temperature measurement and control, and power supply.
Vulcanic is certified ISO 9001 version 2015.
In October 2022, Vulcanic became part of the ETS (Electric Thermal Solutions) branch of the Spirax-Sarco Engineering group, with the aim of developing heating solutions that promote the decarbonization of industrial processes and thus support sustainable development.
A customer-focused mission
Our aim is to create value for all our stakeholders while contributing to a more efficient, safer and more sustainable world. We focus on six key areas: commercial excellence, operational excellence, digitalization at the customer's service, services throughout the product lifecycle, decarbonization of thermal energy, and an agile, high-performance organization.
Vulcanic's vision
As a recognized world leader in the optimization of critical thermal energy processes and fluid technologies, we are in constant contact with our customers, very attentive to their evolving needs, providing solutions that address our customers' problems, while enabling the transition to a low-carbon, resource-efficient world.
The Vulcanic story
1931 - Nickel Metallurgy or Metanic
In 1948, Métanic was the first company in France to design shielded tubular heating elements (under license from BAKER). This technical lead, which was constantly maintained, enabled Métanic to become the only manufacturer in the 20th century able to compete with American companies in the supply of highly specialized shielded heating elements for nuclear reactors.
1954 - Vulcan
Vulcain was the first French manufacturer to offer a complete range of standardized equipment meeting all the classic needs of electrothermics, while guaranteeing stock availability for delivery within 48 hours.
1973 - Birth of VULCANIC
In 1973, Vulcain acquired Métanic (Métallurgie du Nickel). Combining their respective expertise and know-how, they founded VULCANICwhich quickly became a leader in the field of industrial electrothermics. Over the decades, the company has continued to grow, constantly renewing and consolidating its partnerships with major companies.
1990 - Expansion of VULCANIC
Since the 90s, VULCANIC has grown steadily, acquiring companies in France and abroad (Belgium, Spain, Australia, USA), both in the electrothermal field and in complementary sectors such as pyrometry and measurement transformation.
2022 - VULCANIC joins Spirax-Sarco Engineering
In 2022, Vulcanic joined the ETS (Electric Thermal Solutions) branch of the Spirax-Sarco Engineering group. This acquisition enables Vulcanic to strengthen its expertise in electric heating solutions for industry, while accelerating its commitment to the decarbonization of industrial processes. Integrating Spirax-Sarco offers Vulcanic new opportunities to develop innovative solutions and support sustainable development on a global scale.
Vulcanic acquisitions
METANIC
Creation of Métallurgie du Nickel (Métanic)
Vulcan
Creation of Vulcan
Creation of Vulcanic
VULCAIN acquires METALLURGIE DU NICKEL and becomes VULCANIC
MASSER INDUSTRIE
Acquisition of Masser Industrie, a Belgian company designing heaters.
IONITHERM
Acquisition of French collector design company IONITHERM
INNOVATION Thermal
Vulcanic acquires heater design company Innovation Thermique
Triatherm
Acquisition of the German company TRIATHERM and of CZEPEK & FENROSS, German designers of heaters.
Mouvex
Acquisition of MOUVEX, a French company specializing in cooling systems
Auxitrol
Acquisition of a division of Auxitrol, specialists in sensors.
RS Isolsec (France)
Acquisition of RS ISOLSEC, designers of instrument transformers
Loreme (France)
Thermetic (France)
Acquisition of THERMETIC, professionals in cooling systems in France.
Creation of Vulcanic UK
Acquisition of Vulcanic UK
EML Manufacturing (USA)
Acquisition of Termoeletrica Vila, a Spanish manufacturer of heaters.
Vulcanic Russia and UAE
Creation of VULCANIC RUSSIA
Creation of VULCANIC EAU (United Arab Emirates)
Thermal Electrical Elements (Australia)
Acquisition of Thermal Electric Elements, now Vulcanic TEE (Australia)
CETAL (France)
Acquisition of Cetal
Design by Vulcanic Malaysia
Vulcanic EML
Acquisition of EML, a US manufacturer of heaters and panels, which becomes Vulcanic EML
Our six core values
Customer focus
Excellence
Respect
Integrity
Security
Collaboration
Customer focus
WE PUT OUR CUSTOMERS AT THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS
Our expertise, professional insight and passion are the keys to our success.
We manage every stage of our interaction with external customers to ensure positive results and lasting relationships. We all have a customer to look after, whether external or internal.
- Be passionate about what you do every day for your customers
- Think about your customers' desires and anticipate their future needs
- Focus on how you help your internal customer and communicate with them in a way that is understandable from their point of view.
Excellence
WE TAKE ON CHALLENGES WITH PASSION, STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE IN EVERYTHING WE DO
Pushing the boundaries of excellence is a never-ending quest. Wherever there's room for improvement, we're constantly striving to improve in order to build a sustainable company for the future.
- Think about what you do well and how you could do more
- Always try to find the root cause of problems to better understand how we can improve what we do
- Create opportunities to develop your own skills, knowledge and experience
Respect
EVERYONE DESERVES RESPECT, INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE COMPANY.
People are our priority, and the way we treat each other on a daily basis influences our working environment. We listen to people with respect, because they feel valued if they feel heard and understood. Taking into account different and varied perspectives helps us to generate new ideas and make better decisions.
Treat everyone with respect and dignity in all circumstances
- Seek to understand people who are different from you, to learn from different experiences
- Trusting others and finding opportunities to empower them
Integrity
OUR WORK IS FAIR AND HONEST, AND WE ACT CORRECTLY IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES
We are proud of our commitment to integrity, because success only matters if it is achieved fairly.
We are convinced that integrity leads to lasting success. Fairness matters to us, so we respectfully point out any faults we notice and ensure that everyone respects our Values.
- Be authentic and honest in your actions and words
- Do what's right rather than what's easy
- Dare to speak up constructively if you disagree, and listen to others' opinions when they do.
Security
PEOPLE'S SAFETY AND WELL-BEING IS OUR PRIMARY CONCERN.
People are our priority. We look after our own safety and help others to stay safe. By being vigilant and anticipating dangers, we are able to report dangerous situations and prevent accidents before they happen.
- Be actively aware of your surroundings and think about your own safety and that of others.
- Follow all safety procedures and, in the event of danger, stop work and report the problem immediately.
- Take the time to look after your own well-being
Collaboration
SUCCESS COMES WHEN WE TRUST EACH OTHER AND WORK TOGETHER
We all bring unique qualities to the table: a diverse team can achieve much more collectively than it can individually.
When we help others feel included in the team, everyone has the opportunity to have their voice heard.
- Ensuring that no-one feels excluded from the team, so that everyone can be themselves
- Establishing open, trusting relationships within the company
- Share your ideas, listen to others and build on their ideas to stimulate innovation