Sustainability strategies in the production of mould tubes: A case study of cunova GmbH
cunova GmbH, formerly known as KME Special Products and Solutions GmbH,based in Osnabrück, is a leading company specializing in the manufacture ofproducts made from copper and copper alloys primarily used in steel and foundry technology. This study specifically sheds light on the sustainability initiatives of cunova GmbH in the context […]
The Quaker Houghton Multi-functional Reversing Mill: Research on and for rolling
This paper introduces the Quaker Houghton Pilot Mill and its capabilities.We demonstrate how a rolling mill can benefit research and development ofproduct formulation, lubrication mechanism study and modeling through three case studies, covering: the correlation between coefficient of friction (CoF) and strip surface texture, validation of mathematical models with pilot […]
Shear blade change in less than one minute
Unforeseen shear blade changes in a continuously running strip processing line, causes production downtime involving high costs and considerable additional work. Unplanned rework, loss of quality, high quantities of scrap and dissatisfaction are the result. hpl-Neugnadenfelder Maschinenfabrik GmbH has taken on this task and, in close cooperation with Risse + […]
High-performance production of innovative laser cut and welded products and the presentation of a unique new concept: MSW
High-performance production of innovative laser cut and welded products and the presentation of a unique new concept: MSW High-performance production of innovative laser cut and welded products and the presentation of a unique new concept: MSW Unforeseen shear blade changes in a continuously running strip processing line, causes production downtime […]
Development of a new online sensor for steel surface contamination
Sarclad and CRM Group have successfully developed a new on-ine sensor for steel strip contamination. The system utilizes laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy to give a continuous and real-time assessment of the contamination levels post-cleaning on a typical steel strip processing line.Critically, this is the first system that can distinguish between surface […]
Digital maintenance tool increases the availability of forging manipulators
Along with hydraulic presses, manipulators are the key components of any forging operation. Unplanned shutdowns of these highly dynamic machines not only lead to production interruptions and consequential costs in the forging process itself, but also in the downstream processes. This is why DANGO & DIENENTHAL has developed a new […]
Building confidence in the steel sector through Distributed Ledger Technology
Steel is fundamental to many industries and is essential for economic development, from automation to construction and beyond. However, pressure from society and from governments has meant that the steel industry must think of new ways to decrease its carbon footprint, to ensure it is meeting regulatory and consumer demands, […]
Importance of slag quality control for flat steel products based on EAF process
The transition from an integrated to an electric steel process route, results in differences in the steel output for the electric arc furnace, as compared with basic oxygen steelmaking. A key parameter to control is steel cleanliness, alongside controlling the steel residence time in the ladle even where the tap […]
How could SIAS DeepLearning revolutionize steel strip inspection?
The digital revolution and sustainable development are two megatrends thatwill impact and transform various aspects of our society. Worldwide, industry is constantly evolving, driven by rapid technological advances, and increasing demands for productivity, efficiency and innovation.
New robotic stacker system from AIC
AIC Group is an international company based in Italy and Germany with subsidiaries in several locations. The company has a deep know how in the metals industry and applications in more than 60 countries. This article describes the development and installation of a robotic stacker for a profile rolling mill […]