JSW and Primetals Technologies exemplify what is possible when two forward-thinking industry leaders share commitment to innovation, growth, and sustainability. For more than two decades, the two companies together have driven remarkable achievements.
A Longstanding Collaboration
The first projects of JSW and Primetals Technologies were implemented in the late 90s, marking the start of a journey that would shape the landscape of the Indian steel industry. With pioneering projects such as the supply of the first COREX ironmaking plant in India, JSW took a revolutionary step. Over the years, several major projects like the installation and modernization of blast furnaces, LD converters, slab casters, hot strip mills, and the installation of pickling lines and tandem cold mills (PLTCM) have been realized together.
Evolving Together Through Trust and Shared Ambition
The relationship between JSW and Primetals Technologies is defined by mutual trust, transparency, and a shared spirit of innovation, with respect and successful collaboration at all organizational levels. Both companies have benefited from this journey of growth, with collaboration leading to fruitful outcomes and long-term value creation.
Pioneering Technologies and Joint Achievements
Innovation has always been at the heart of the collaboration between JSW and Primetals Technologies. Together, they have implemented breakthrough technologies such as the COREX process, COREX-gas-based MIDREX plants, MEROS, and many more. These achievements have not only driven JSW’s rapid growth but have also reinforced Primetals Technologies’ standing as a provider of cutting-edge solutions for the steel industry.
A Culture of Collaboration and Forward Thinking
What distinguishes the relationship with JSW is the genuine spirit of collaboration and the shared pursuit of innovation. JSW’s eagerness to explore new technologies—reflects a culture that values progress and sustainability. JSW repeatedly choosing Primetals Technologies for key projects is a testament to the trust and confidence built over decades of cooperation. The teams work hand in hand, leveraging each other’s expertise to achieve high-quality outcomes with rapid implementation.
Looking to the Future: Green Steel and Digitalization
Looking ahead, both companies are committed to advancing sustainable and digitalized steel production, supporting JSW’s ongoing efforts to reduce its environmental footprint.
References & Press Releases
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COREX® Gas-Based MIDREX® Direct Reduction Plant at JSW in Toranagallu, India
JSW Projects has installed a COREX gas-based MIDREX plant at Vijayanagar, India, engineered by Primetals, Linde, and Midrex, with a 1.2 million ton DRI capacity.
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2-Strand Slab Casters for JSW in Toranagallu, India
To meet the increasing demand for high-quality steel products, JSW was enhancing its production capabilities with the installation of two new 2-strand slab casters.
Press Release
Process Automation Solution for JSW Steel Salem
Primetals Technologies has been awarded a contract by JSW Steel Salem works to implement advanced process optimization solutions at the Salem plant in Tamil Nadu State, India. The digitalization project includes the installation of comprehensive process automation systems (Level 2) at the meltshop and casting areas.
Press Release
JSW Steel Orders Converter Melt Shop and Continuous Casters for New Steel Melt Shop
Indian steelmaker JSW Vijayanagar Metallics Limited has placed an order with Primetals Technologies to supply two BOF(LD)-converters, two ladle furnaces, gas cleaning and dedusting systems, two slab casters as well as level 1 and level 2 automation systems for its new Steel Melt Shop No. 4 in Vijayanagar, Toranagallu, India.
