Swedish Steel Prize 2018 finalists stand out with pioneering designs

SSAB has announced the four finalists for the 2018 Swedish Steel Prize. The winning design concepts use high-strength steel to achieve the highest possible performance. The winner will be announced at a ceremony in Stockholm on May 24.

CTE Spa, Italy, has developed a small, truck-mounted sky-lift. The compact boom system has an elevated slewing mechanism that provides the capability to maneuver around corners, giving access to confined spaces.

JAK Metalli Oy, Finland, has invented a cutting principle for the cleansing of roadside vegetation that provides a controlled operation for small trees. The design uses high-strength and wear-resistant steel, resulting in a lightweight cutter head, low energy consumption, and reduced operational costs.

Mantella S.r.l., Italy, has designed a trailer and body with high-strength and wear-resistant steel. The lightweight trailer offers improved stability, low operational costs, and high transport efficiency.

Trufab Global, Australia, has created a flexible, lightweight grain auger wagon with a modular design that uses almost no welding. The modularity allows for different sizes to be delivered and for the final assembly to be done on-site. The chaser bin reduces cost and increases production efficiency for producers and end users.