Patent ID: 6145364
Filing Date: 2000-11-14
Classification: B21B,C21D

Abstract:
A method of processing large slabs into memory free strip or plate comprising the steps of:a) rolling the large slabs into strip or plate on a rolling mill with a finishing temperature above 1340.degree. F.;b) coiling the strip or plate at a temperature above 1340.degree. F.;c) transferring the coiled strip or plate to an in-line cooling and cut-to-length line and uncoiling at temperatures above 1340.degree. F. at speeds below 150 feet per minute;d) in-line cooling the strip or plate to a temperature below 900.degree. F. with the strip or plate laid out on a flat cooling conveyor;e) side trimming and/or cutting the strip or plate to lengths; andf) stacking the strip or plate.