- Upgrade increases rolling speed to 105 m/s
- Expanded product line allows entry into fine grain rebar markets
- Integrated solution includes electrical/automation revamp
Zenith Steel (Changzhou Zhongtian Iron & Steel) in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, China, has signed a contract with Primetals Technologies to revamp two wire-rod outlets located in Changzhou. New equipment will allow thermomechanical rolling to produce fine grain rebar at a significantly reduced cost. The wire-rod mills will operate at a speed of 105 m/s. Commissioning is planned for early 2016.
Included in the scope of supply are mini-finishing blocks, a Morgan Intelligent Pinch Roll and new laying head. After the new equipment’s installation, the revamped mills for this privately owned, midsized steelmaker will be able to roll on the same outlet rebar ranging in diameter from 6.0 mm to 16 mm, and rod sizes from 5.5. mm to 20 mm. In addition, Primetals Technologies is providing an integrated solution with electric and automation upgrades for the mills.
Delivery is expected in third quarter 2015 for both rod outlets with commissioning by early 2016. The contract includes site supervision and services during the installation. At Zenith Steel, a continuous bloom caster from Primetals Technologies has been in operation since July 2013.
A pinch roll and laying head at Zenith Steel. Primetals Technologies revamps two wire-rod mills for Zenith Steel in Changzhou, China.
Primetals Technologies, Limited, headquartered in London, United Kingdom, is a pioneer and world leader in the fields of engineering, plant building, and the provision of lifecycle services for the metals industry. The company offers a complete technology, product, and services portfolio that includes integrated electrics and automation, digitalization, and environmental solutions. This covers every step of the iron and steel production chain—from the raw materials to the finished product—and includes the latest rolling solutions for the nonferrous metals sector. Primetals Technologies is a Group Company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, with around 7,000 employees worldwide. To learn more about Primetals Technologies, visit the company website www.primetals.com.
