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RIA Cast House Engineering provides tailor-made rail-bound cast-house-proven charging and skimming equipment for Aluminum cast houses worldwide. The design and development of all machines takes reliability, durability, maintenance and occupational safety into account. Adding the innovative features of full AI camera-based charging and skimming as well as In-Furnace Dross Processing, assures the best equipment not only for today, but also tomorrow and beyond.

CHARGING MACHINES

We offer a wide range of Charging Machines to load either a single or multiple furnaces.
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SKIMMING MACHINES

Reliable Skimming Machines for skimming, mixing/stirring and for cleaning melting and holding furnaces.
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IN-FURNACE DROSS PROCESSING

Maximizing metal retention and recoveries in the furnace.
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News

RIA Cast House Engineering GmbH Signs Frame Contract with Norsk Hydro ASA for Advanced Furnace Equipment Supply.


June 16, 2025 – [Leipzig]  — RIA Cast House Engineering GmbH is proud to announce the signing of a Frame Contract with global aluminum producer Norsk Hydro ASA. Under the agreement, RiA will supply state-of-the-art rail mounted Furnace Charging Machines and Furnace Skimming Machines to support Hydro's cast house operations worldwide.


This long-term collaboration marks a significant milestone in RiA's commitment to delivering innovative, reliable, and efficient equipment to the aluminum industry. The robust and fully automated machines are designed to enhance operational safety and productivity in Hydro's facilities worldwide. Prior to this agreement, Hydro had already acquired multiple machines from RiA over a 25-year period and the relationship was already very positive. This agreement allows the streamlining of commercial processes, which can only add to the growing number of positive reference installations.


“We are honored to partner with Hydro, a leader in low-carbon aluminum production,” said Michael Rockstroh, Managing Director at RiA. “This agreement reflects our shared commitment to high-performance solutions and long-term operational excellence.”


The Frame Contract establishes a strategic supply relationship between the two companies and reinforces RIA's position as a trusted provider of advanced cast house technology.