August 21, 2025
When partnership, sustainability, and quality go hand in hand
LPM has chosen CO₂-reduced stainless steel from Damstahl to offer their customers a more sustainable option - without compromising on quality.
At Damstahl, we take pride in working with customers who demand top-tier quality while also prioritizing responsible production. One such customer is LPM in Ølgod - a long-standing partner specializing in advanced metalworking. For LPM, selecting the right materials is crucial for efficiency, precision, and sustainability.
UGIMA-X - a gamechanger in production
For several years, LPM has seen great success with UGIMA-X bar steel from Damstahl. What makes UGIMA-X unique is its superior machinability, which results in shorter cycle times, reduced tool wear, and higher quality in the finished product. At LPM, UGIMA-X is seen as a steel that adds value to production while reducing resource consumption - an essential factor in the daily operations of a modern industrial company.
UGIMA-X also contributes positively to the company’s climate footprint. Compared to average EU-produced bar steel, UGIMA-X offers a CO₂ reduction of around 30%, without compromising performance. This reduction is achieved through both the production process and the use of nuclear and hydropower energy at UGITECH’s facilities in the southern corner of France.
Green Steel Stainless+ as a natural evolution
As a natural evolution of UGIMA-X, Damstahl has introduced Green Steel Stainless+, an upgraded version that combines the same high machinability with an even stronger focus on sustainability. Green Steel Stainless+ is produced with a significantly higher proportion of recycled material - up to 95% pure stainless scrap. This results in a CO₂ footprint reduction of more than 50% compared to traditionally produced bar steel in the EU - a significant improvement that doesn’t compromise technical properties or machinability.
For LPM, this is a logical and welcome development:
“We’ve been extremely satisfied with UGIMA-X, so taking the next step with Stainless+ feels like the right move. We maintain the same high quality, but now with an even greener profile that benefits not only us, but also our customers and their customers,” the company states.
A partnership focused on the future
The collaboration between Damstahl and LPM illustrates how partnerships can drive both innovation and responsibility. By combining high-quality materials like UGIMA-X and Stainless+ with professional pride and long-term thinking, we achieve results that go far beyond individual projects.
Damstahl is committed to developing and delivering solutions that support our customers’ ambitions in both performance and sustainability. Together with customers like LPM, we demonstrate that the steel industry can - and must - take responsibility.
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Who is LPM?
LPM is a modern machine factory based in Ølgod, offering CNC machining, component manufacturing, and complete solutions to a wide range of industrial clients. The company is known for high precision, flexibility, and reliable delivery - along with a strong focus on quality at every stage. With an experienced team and a modern machine park, LPM is a solid and innovative partner in the industry.
Since 2020, LPM has strengthened its commitment to the green transition and works actively with ESG principles. The company has pledged to reduce CO₂ emissions by 42% by 2030, in line with the Science Based Targets initiative.
LPM has earned the Ecovadis Gold rating, placing it among the top 5% of companies evaluated by Ecovadis.
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