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Primetals Technologies wins order for steel mill upgrade

Primetals Technologies, London, has received an order from Evraz Regina to upgrade its steel mill in Regina, Sask. The project comprises new mechanical, electrical, and automation systems and includes the installation of a new vacuum degasser, as well as modernization of the existing slab caster and the plate and Steckel mill.

The upgrade will enable Evraz Regina to produce API steel grades X70 at 1 in. thick and X80 at 0.75 in. thick for production of pipe. The new equipment is scheduled for installation by the fourth quarter of 2016.