SMA Mineral - A world full of lime
In the 19th century, limestone deposits were discovered around Persberg. The limestone was of high quality and quickly became a sought-after raw material. It was used not only as building material but also for producing lime, which was used in processes such as iron production and other chemical processes.
The steel manufacturer Uddeholm became an important player in the Värmland limestone industry early on. To produce high-quality steel, the company needed large quantities of lime to neutralize impurities such as sulfur and phosphorus during steel production. Limestone mining was therefore initiated by Uddeholm in the mid-1800s.
The foundation for the business we see today was laid with the establishment of Juvéls Åkeri in 1932. Through initiative and active entrepreneurship, Einar Juvél built a transport company that, through gravel and timber transports for nearby construction and industrial customers, quickly grew into one of the largest in Värmland.
In the 1960s, Einar's son Ulf Juvél started working as a driver at the transport company. After purchasing his first bulk truck in 1967, lime transports to, among others, Uddeholm followed. To increase profitability and create added value, additional services complementing the transport business were also developed.
In 1980, Ulf Juvél AB acquired the Gåsgruvan limeworks from Uddeholm. During the initial years, large investments were made, and the company grew rapidly. Through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the business gradually developed into one of Northern Europe's leading lime producers, with an annual turnover that today (2024) exceeds SEK 1.5 billion.
During its over 90-year history, SMA Mineral has passed several milestones that have contributed to the company's success.
SMA Mineral AB
Box 329
682 27 Filipstad
SWEDEN
