Aperam Acquires Magnetec Group (April 1, 2026)
Aperam S.A., a global leader in specialty alloys and electrical steels, has acquired Magnetec Group — the German manufacturer behind the award-winning NANOPERM® nanocrystalline material used in MH&W’s CoolBLUE®, NaLa®, and CoolTUBE® products. The transaction, completed from preliminary insolvency proceedings, strengthens Aperam’s Alloys & Specialties division and expands its downstream capabilities in advanced soft magnetic components.
What this means for you:
- Continued innovation and supply stability for NANOPERM® nanocrystalline cores — the same high-permeability material that delivers unmatched performance in common-mode and differential-mode noise suppression.
- Enhanced R&D resources as Aperam integrates Magnetec’s expertise in nanocrystalline technology for EMC solutions, current transformers, and motor protection.
- No disruption to product availability — MH&W International remains the exclusive North American distributor and technical partner for CoolBLUE®, NaLa®, and CoolTUBE®.
TDK Launches Industry’s Largest Lineup of Large-Size Ferrite Cores (July 2025)
TDK Corporation introduced a comprehensive new range of large-size ferrite cores in E, U, I, PM, and PQ shapes across premium power materials including N27, N87, N88, N92, N95, and N97. This is currently the broadest selection of large ferrite cores available, designed specifically for high-power industrial, traction, railway, renewable energy, and EV charging applications.
These larger cores enable:
- Higher power density and current handling
- Improved thermal performance (many grades rated to +140°C)
- More efficient transformer and inductor designs without needing parallel assemblies
- Better suitability for megawatt-scale inverters and motor drives
Summary Remarks
These April 2026 developments — Aperam’s acquisition of Magnetec and TDK’s expanded large-size ferrite program — signal a positive outlook for the cores and components sector. They ensure long-term innovation, supply chain resilience, and broader material choices exactly when demand for high-efficiency power electronics is surging in electrification and renewables.
Whether you need nanocrystalline absorbers for motor protection or large power ferrite cores for next-gen inverters, MH&W is your trusted engineering partner with immediate access and application support.
Questions about how these updates affect your current or upcoming projects? Contact our engineering team today for a free application review, core selection guidance, samples, or inventory updates.
