Leading metallurgical research in Egypt for over 4 decades. From mineral evaluation to advanced materials processing, we drive innovation in metal technology.
Four decades of R&D
Serving Egyptian industry
Leading metallurgical research in Egypt for over 4 decades. From mineral evaluation to advanced materials processing, we drive innovation in metal technology.
CMRDI covers a wide range of metallurgical fields, from mineral evaluation and beneficiation through metallurgical and chemical processing, to materials processing and performance, and has worked on industry-oriented research projects and technical support to Egyptian industry for more than four decades.
To conduct cutting-edge research in metallurgical sciences and develop innovative solutions that support and advance Egyptian industries. We strive to bridge the gap between academic research and industrial application, providing technical support and consultancy services to both public and private sectors.
To be the premier metallurgical research institute in the Middle East and Africa, recognized globally for excellence in materials research, innovation, and technology transfer. We aim to position Egypt as a regional hub for metallurgical sciences and advanced materials.
Five technical institutes, each with its own departments and research teams.
Metal forming, heat treatment, and mechanical processing technologies.
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Advanced casting technologies including investment casting and vacuum melting.
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Comprehensive materials characterization and mechanical testing services.
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Welding processes, quality control, and non-destructive testing methods.
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CMRDI covers a comprehensive range of metallurgical disciplines
CMRDI owes this achievement to the dedicated efforts of all its staff under the guidance of its former leaders, and to cooperation with research institutes and agencies worldwide.
Meet the Presidents of CMRDI1980
Establishment through UNIDO project
1990s
International collaboration expansion
2000s
Advanced materials labs established
2010s
TICO establishment & accreditation
More than four decades of continuous progress, guided by successive leaders and by cooperation with research institutes and agencies worldwide. Listed most recent first.
Prof. Ebrahim Ghayad
Acting Head of the Central Metallurgical Research and Development Institute(CMRDI)
Prof. Emad M. Ewais
Prof. T. Mattar
A pioneer scientist in steel making.
Prof. N. Abdel-Khalek
A pioneer scientist in mineral beneficiation.
Prof. I. Ahmed
A pioneer scientist in chemical metallurgy.
Prof. M. Nasr
An eminent scientist in pyro-metallurgical processing.
Prof. B. Zaghloul
Established the welding technology and NDT department with JICA-Japan, and the additive manufacturing lab - the first in Egypt.
Prof. A. Nofal
Established the experimental foundry and the technical services center. The advanced melting and casting unit he set up is the only one of its kind in Egypt.
Prof. Aziza Youssef
A pioneer scientist in mineral processing, internationally recognised for her contribution in processing and improving local minerals.
Prof. A. Abdul Azim
The first President of the institute; put CMRDI on the right track as the first industry-oriented research institute in Egypt.
Prof. M. K. Hussein
Managed to establish CMRDI through a project with UNIDO.
An accredited technical services centre supporting Egyptian industry with testing, characterisation and training programmes.
Get in touch with CMRDI
Central Metallurgical R&D Institute
P.O. Box 87 Helwan
Cairo, Egypt
Postal Code: 11421
