The company said the scope of supply included equipment for the rebuild of the reducing/sizing mill such as new guides, a new Morgan intelligent pinch roll and sixth generation laying head, high-speed shear before the reducing/sizing mill, and a comprehensive mechatronics package. It also included engineering for the water cooling line, the Morgan Stelmor controlled cooling conveyor, reform tub area and site supervision services. 

Jiangsu Shagang said it received immediate positive feedback from end users regarding metallurgical and dimensional tolerance following the upgrade. They estimate finished rod products now have improved tolerances and surface quality. 

The project was part of an initiative to modernize Jiangsu Shagang’s mills and the first of several planned wire rod outlet upgrades amongst its production lines, the company said.