As the sole distributor of Legor products in Southern Africa, MetCon had the privilege of hosting an
exclusive event for our jewellers this month, where they could engage with leading industry experts.
Legor specialists, Emanuele Birro and Antonio Poliero, travelled from Italy to showcase the latest in plating techniques. The sessions were designed to provide hands-on learning, with jewellers actively participating in a live demonstration and an interactive Q&A session with the master alloy and plating specialists.
A highlight of the event was the launch of Legor’s latest innovation, Polaris—a new, ready-to-use silver alloy to compliment the popular Silnova product. Polaris is a 925 fine silver alloy designed for casting, featuring deoxidising elements that enhance the production process and improve brilliance after casting. Developed to meet the needs of silver jewellery manufacturers, Polaris enables the effortless creation of whiter, brighter pieces right from the first cast.To enhance the experience attendees received a plating starter kit, Golden Rules to Plating guide, and invaluable insights that will enhance their jewellery-making processes.
Grant N. Crosse, the Managing Director of MetCon, emphasised the company’s commitment to empowering jewellers, stating: “MetCon is dedicated to supporting jewellers by sharing knowledge that strengthens the jewellery industry as a whole.”
The event underscored MetCon’s mission to add value to the industry through education, innovation, and collaboration.
By hosting events like these, MetCon continues to bridge the gap between international expertise and local jewellers, ensuring sustainable growth and excellence in the field. For all your plating and pre-alloy needs, contact MetCon for expert advice and information. MetCon is a leading refinery and jewellery service provider, committed to responsible beneficiation of precious metals and adding value to the African jewellery industry. As the preferred Legor distributor in Southern and South Africa, MetCon continues to bring innovative solutions and expertise to jewellers across the region.