DHVE was started in BANGALORE during early ‘50s as a Research organization in the field of Tribology (Science of Friction & Related topics) and over the years it has patented and brought to the world many processes, Products & Technologies to improve the Physical & Metallurgical properties of materials. Above innovations were later introduced in the Industry by Technology Transfer for commercialization. Today, DHVE operates in more than 22 countries throughout Europe, Asia and America. During 2002, DHVE has strengthened its competencies, notably through the acquisition of companies such as DURFERRIT, Germany, CLERC & CARDONE , France and KOLENE , USA. With these acquisitions, DHVE had confirmed their leadership that has made it a key player in its field of excellence, namely Surface Engineering. Within this sphere of competencies, the HEF-Durferrit group is able to cater for all your Surface Engineering Needs : Research & Development, advice & Technical Support, Processing, Technology Transfer, Manufacture of Furnace & other related Equipment , Surface Engineered Precision components. The powerful International Network enables us to offer you the same service and the same attention whether you are in Europe, Asia or in the American Continent. Group Profile: Annual Sales : Over € 202 million Global Staff : 2200 Investment in R& D : 10% of Sales Head Quarters : BANGLORE