Tag: Outokumpu

Outokumpu, a global powerhouse in the stainless steel sector, has its roots in Finland but has significantly expanded its reach, including a notable presence in Germany. This company is acclaimed for its sophisticated production techniques and a steadfast dedication to delivering high-quality products.

Outokumpu completes the Benrath closure

As the Benrath cold rolling mill produces its last coil, Outokumpu has announced the completion of the Benrath closure and the transfer of the operations to its cold rolling mill in Krefeld.

SJ to upgrade X2000 trains with Outokumpu frames

In 1990s, Outokumpu supplied stainless steel for the high-speed X2000 trains manufactured by ABB to the Swedish state railway company SJ.

New Head of Operations Europe for Outokumpu

Outokumpu has recently appointed Maciej Gwozdz as Head of Operations Europe and member of the Outokumpu Leadership Team as of January 1, 2017 at the latest.

Outokumpu’s new add-ons accepted into EN 10028-7

Outokumpu’s newest additions to its product portfolio, the high-chromium austenitic EN 1.4420 and high-chromium ferritic EN 1.

Outokumpu rebar chosen for cryogenic LNG project

Stainless steel rebar produced by Outokumpu is recently being used to reinforce a spill basin at the new liquefied natural gas (LNG) Gate Terminal on Rotterdam’s North Sea coast.

Sustainability and Safety award winners

The International Stainless Steel Forum has recently announced the winners of their two Premier Annual Awards during their Annual Conference in Helsinki.

Outokumpu wins ISSF sustainability award, Mexico

International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF) has recently given Outokumpu its annual sustainability award for the efforts of Outokumpu’s Mexican mill in water recycling.

Danieli receives order for Q-PANELS package

Asserting the effectiveness of Danieli's Q-Panels and OPEX improvements in other stainless steel EAF installations, Outokumpu Stainless Oy has recently placed a new order to upgrade its stainless steel EAF with the state-of-the-art Q-Panels technological package, in order to reduce heat losses and increase safety.

ABB ArcSave® at Outokumpu stainless

In 2014, an ABB ArcSave® electromagnetic stirrer was installed on a 90 ton spout taping furnace for stainless steel production, delivering a wide range of process improvements including the successful elimination of furnace bottom skulls.

Outokumpu production sites gain ISO 14001

Outokumpu has recently announced that the company’s integrated stainless steel plant in Calvert, Alabama, US, and stainless steel finishing plant in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, have gained ISO 14001 certification, the international standard for environmental management systems.