Metafram, inventor of the self-lubricating bearing
Metafram is an innovative company specializing in the manufacture of self-lubricating sintered bearings and bushings. Since its inception in 1945, Metafram has established itself as a key player in various sectors such as industry, automotive, and aeronautics, offering high-quality solutions tailored to the specific needs of its customers.
Mission, vision
and values .
Our mission
Providing high-quality, self-lubricating sintered bearing and bushing solutions tailored to the specific needs of its customers. With a focus on innovation and performance, Metafram is committed to improving the reliability and durability of industrial equipment, while reducing maintenance costs.
Suplying many industrial sectors
Our vision
To become the global leader in self-lubricating sintered bearings and bushings. By continuously innovating and developing cutting-edge products, Metafram aims to transform industries by offering solutions that optimize performance and extend equipment life.
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Our values
Metafram’s values are based on a commitment to quality, innovation, and respect for customers and employees. Metafram values collaboration, transparency, and integrity, and strives to create a work environment where every employee can contribute to the company’s excellence and success.
Investing for Excellence
Metafram & Metagliss
product lines.
Metafram offers a wide range of high-performance self-lubricating products, including bronze and ferrous alloy bushings, hollow and solid blanks, and friction plates.
Whether you are looking for standard or custom-made solutions, make sure to contact our teams who will assist you in the shortest time.
Products
Metafram
Bearings.
SO16 Ferrous Alloy
Designed for medium to low speeds, they are particularly suitable for very high loads.
FP20 Ferrous Alloy
Recommended for medium to low speeds, these bearings are robust and suitable for high loads
BP25 Bronze
These bearings offer excellent corrosion resistance and a low coefficient of friction, making them ideal for high-speed applications.
A solid group basis
Expert on sintering applications.
OPM group of companies, which specializes in powder metallurgy and magnetic solutions, brings together several brands that are experts in their fields.
In the field of sintering, the Oloron Frittage brand stands out for its high-quality sintered mechanical parts and customized solutions.
In the magnetism sector, the Arelec Solution brand leverages its expertise to design and manufacture high-performance magnetic solutions. The OPM plasto-magnets brand specializes in plasto-magnets, innovative components combining the properties of plastics and magnets.
Key
Numbers.
Metafram is the pioneer of high-performance sintered self-lubricating bearings made of bronze (BP25) and ferrous alloys (FP20 and SO16), a technology developed over 60 years ago. With a dedicated team of 30 employees and a catalog of nearly 600 standard produts, we design and manufacture all our products in France, in our own workshop located in Oloron-Sinte-Marie.
1946
Year of creation
30
Number of employees
10 000 m²
Production area
Advanced manufacturing
Tools & expertise.
At Metafram, we handle the complete industrialization of your magnetic components in-house, guaranteeing responsiveness, quality and cost control. Thanks to the latest innovations in robotics, our lines are flexible, high-performance and adapted to the most stringent industrial requirements. We customize operations and controls to your specific needs, right from the design phase.
Our approach doesn’t stop with production start-up: we continually improve our lines throughout the product lifecycle to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Last but not least, we take care of all maintenance ourselves, guaranteeing total control over equipment availability and the ability to adapt quickly to your changing needs.
Committed French manufacturer
Metafram
certifications.
We’ve been manufacturing self-lubricating bearings for over 75 years. All Metafram products are made in France. Our ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 certifications testify to our rigor and expertise, guaranteeing reliable, environmentally-friendly products.
ISO 9001
This certification ensures that our quality management system complies with international standards, guaranteeing high-quality products and services.
IATF 16949
IATF 16949 certification confirms our commitment to the highest standards of quality, efficiency and continuous improvement, meeting the specific requirements of the automotive sector to guarantee reliable, high-performance products.
EcoVadis
This assessment demonstrates our commitment to corporate social responsibility, by measuring our environmental, ethical, social and responsible purchasing performance according to EcoVadis standards.
ISO 14001
Certification in progress. This certification testifies to our commitment to responsible management of environmental impact, demonstrating our dedication to sustainable development and environmental protection.
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