Training on Hot Rolling Mill Drive Technology and Gearboxes

Hosted by a Primetals Technologies expert in gearing technology, you will learn all about gearboxes for horizontal and vertical steel mill drives, encompassing the detailed design of state-of-the-art gearboxes, monitoring under specific operating conditions, as well as aspects of service and repair.

This one-day training course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of drive technology, maintenance, and repair for hot rolling applications, including bar, rod, sections, and rails. The course covers the detailed layout and functionality of specialized drives, enabling participants to identify issues and plan or execute required maintenance and repairs for gearboxes in hot rolling mills. Upon completion, participants will gain the skills and knowledge needed to significantly enhance rolling mill availability.

Target Group

This course is designed for mechanical and maintenance engineers and technicians working in hot rolling steel mills who require in-depth knowledge of drive technology.

Course Outline

• Understanding different gear layouts in a hot rolling mill
• Monitoring gear drives and detecting potential problems
• Identifying the most common causes of gearbox issues
• Scheduling maintenance or handling repairs as needed
• Performing scheduled maintenance or repairs under time constraints
• Conducting checks and tests following maintenance or repair work

Course Information

• Training: On request
• Location: Linz, Austria
• Duration: 1 day
• Fee: €850 per person (group rates available; on-site training options possible)