[ Milling ] extreme dimensions to small slabs sizes , to achieve highly flexible and dynamic production in compliance with the tightest geometrical tolerances . Designed for an annual production capacity of 700,000 tons , the mill can produce plates from 1,550 up to 4,200 millimeters wide within a thickness range from 5 up to 120 millimeters – and more , in the future . Thanks to the new mill , Tisco can provide the market with
The mill is able to process advanced grades , such as stainless and duplex steels , nickel-based alloys and super-austenitic grades , for uses like on- and off-shore wind turbine construction for fossilfree energy .
an extended portfolio of products . In particular , the mill ’ s capability to process advanced grades , such as stainless and duplex steels , nickel-based alloys and super-austenitic grades , into products that meet the needs of markets , such as infrastructure , chemical , shipbuilding and on- and off-shore wind turbine construction for fossil-free energy production , plays a key role for Tisco . As a matter of fact , environmental compatibility and sustainable production have also been taken into account . The mill stand group is equipped with a newly developed integrated dust extraction system that collects the dust
The production process of heavy plates . Image courtesy of the World Steel Association .
during the rolling process directly at the roll gap . This prevents the release of emissions generated during rolling of e . g . special alloys .
The X-Pact ® automation system The X-Pact ® automation system from SMS provides fully automatic control of the rolling process , while ensuring high mill efficiency . Due to extensive X-Pact ® Plug & Work integration testing performed by SMS group and precise planning and intensive cooperation between SMS group and Tisco , commissioning of the mill from the I / O check until rolling of the first plate took only one and a half months . This was two weeks ahead of the original schedule . Level 1 automation is entirely based on X-Pact ® technology . The X-Pact ® Vision operating concept takes into account latest ergonomic findings , enabling the operator to operate the system intuitively to ensure optimal process control . Level 2 process automation includes the technological process models X-Pact ® Pass Schedule Calculation PSC ® , X-Pact ®
Profile and Flatness Control PFC ® and the higher-level material tracking system . Han Bingbao , Project Manager , Plate Mill Project Department at Shanxi Taigang Stainless Steel Co . Ltd ., said : “ We had already had very good experience working with SMS group on other projects in the recent past . That experience has definitely been reconfirmed during our 4.3-m heavy plate mill project . We have been able to jointly set a new technological benchmark for this class of plate rolling mills , thanks to the outstanding technological expertise of SMS . It was also very impressive to see how smoothly the international teams of SMS group and Tisco cooperated .” For the SMS group order handling team , Michael Bohland , Project Manager at SMS group , added : “ We are proud to see how our international team has succeeded in overcoming the mobility and travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic that made it difficult to visit the construction site . Here , our modern digital conference and communication facilities have proved their value , and they will continue to support us on our way to final acceptance .”
The production process of heavy plates . Image courtesy of the World Steel Association .
About SMS group
SMS group is known for its future-oriented technologies and service for the metals industry . The company applies its 150 years of experience and its digital know-how to provide the industry with innovative products and processes – even beyond its core business – and generates worldwide sales of around EUR 2.6 billions . SMS supports its customers throughout the lifecycle of their plants , enabling profitable and resource-efficient value creation chains . Paving the way for a carbon-neutral and sustainable metals industry is the company ’ s stated goal . As a global player with German roots , SMS takes responsibility for its 14,500 employees .
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