LANGUAGE PRIMETALS TECHNOLOGIES COMPETENCES ABOUT US CAREERS CONTACT PRESS&MEDIA CONTINUOUS ANNEALING LINES Home > Primetals Technologies > > Processing> Continuous Annealing Lines CONTINUOUS ANNEALING LINES – FUTURE-ORIENTED SOLUTIONS FOR DEMANDING PRODUCTS Advanced annealing lines are essential for ensuring precisely controlled metallurgical properties – as required for high-end steel applications – and fast processing speeds. Annealing lines from Primetals Technologies feature a flexible, multi-zone furnace able to process a broad range of steel grades and dimensions at very high speeds. Line equipment includes fully automatic coil feeding, mashed lap or laser welders for head to tail strip joining, strip-cleaning, state-of-the-art drives and automation solutions. Non-stop quality production As a profitable alternative to batch annealing, usually selected for high-end application e.g. automotive external sheet, Primetals Technologies' continuous annealing lines provide high throughput rates, high yields, significant energy savings and high-quality products. Fig.1- Continuous annealing line, Masteel, Maanshan, PR China | Fig.2- voestalpine Stahl, Linz, Austria | Fig.3- Flying Width Changing (FWC) side trimmer or Dynamic Width Adjustment side trimmer Features: Welding solution featuring Mash Lap or Fiber Laser depending on final application Vertical or Horizontal Electrolytic Cleaning section Multi zone furnace Skin-pass mill and tension leveller Turret-type side trimmer and Automatic Baller Special Instruments PropertyMon® – Inline Mechanical Properties Measurement System SIAS® – automatic surface inspection system TCO® – Total Cost Optimizer Main benefits: Automatic coil insertion onto pay-off reel Automatic coil opening and head end threading to welder Exact temperature control and rapid cooling for production of steel qualities not attainable with batch annealing 6Hi UCM Skinpass mill for strip surface & improve strip shape Precision side trimmer and scrap baller for reliable line operation and accurate product width adjustment Proven high plant availability Easy maintenance and operation due to ideal equipment design Fig.4- Continuous Annealing Line layout Modernization Primetals Technologies has vast experience in upgrading and modernization of processing lines. With a systematic approach, we work closely with our customers to develop a tailored modernization concept based on their individual needs taking all boundary conditions fully into account. The solution may be purely electrical, automated, mechanical or a combination. Based on the selected concept, the modernization can be carried out in several steps or during a plant shutdown. Primetals Technologies’ experience minimizes downtimes and ensures a fast start-up and top quality. Reference story High technology to serve automotive export market and high quality in household appliances Customer Tangshan Iron & Steel Corp., Tangshan China Plant type New Continuous Annealing Line Our solution A complete new cold rolling plant, including a coupled pickling line and tandem cold mill (PLTCM), a continuous annealing line (CAL) and a continuous galvanizing line (CGL), to produce high- strength automotive plate and advanced steel grades for household appliances CONTACT AND SUPPORT You have questions? We‘re always happy to help you! FURTHER INFORMATION Videos I Accept primetals.com uses cookies. By using our website you are agreeing to our Cookie Policy. More info PRIMETALS TECHNOLOGIES Ironmaking Steelmaking Continuous Casting Hot Rolling Long Hot Rolling Flat Cold Rolling Non ferrous rolling Processing Endless Casting & Rolling Mini Mills COMPETENCES Lifecycle Services ECO Solutions Innovation Power Integrated Plants & Solutions Electrics & Automation ABOUT US Company Profile Compliance, QM & EHS, Tax Corporate Organization Locations Supply Chain Management Technology Legacy CONTACT PRESS & MEDIA © Primetals Technologies