Metso expands in China to enhance screening solutions for mining and aggregates

Selm (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese manufacturer of mining and aggregate screens, including micro-sizing screening solutions (Photo: AdobeStock)

Selm (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese manufacturer of mining and aggregate screens, including micro-sizing screening solutions. The company has approximately 180 employees and operates in Shenyang, Northeast China.

“The acquisition is a significant step in advancing our regional strategy in screening of being closer to our customers, fostering a market-focused approach. We are excited to enhance our role in China as a leading provider of screening solutions for large projects like super quarries,” says Jouni Mähönen, vice president of screening at Metso.

“Selm is a respected company with its products and services well recognized by the customers in both mining and aggregates industries. The acquisition will further enrich Metso’s product portfolio and strengthen our competitiveness and market position. This move will enable us to provide comprehensive screening solutions in China, where Metso has a strong customer base and service capability in both the mining and aggregates industries,” says Xiaofeng Liang, president of the Greater China market area at Metso.

The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2025. The parties have agreed not to disclose the transaction value, which is not expected to have a material impact on Metso’s financials.