Iron ore sintering is a critical process that transforms low-grade ores into high-quality raw materials for blast furnaces, significantly contributing to the efficiency and sustainability of the steel industry. Here’s why this process is essential: 1. Transforming Low-Grade Ore into Valuable Resources Sintering allows the conversion of abundant low-grade ores…
We’re thrilled to announce that our website has officially transitioned from www.smegcn.com to www.sme-group.com! This change marks a significant step in our rebranding journey, aligning with our global identity as SME Group, which stands for Shanghai Metallurgy Equipment Group. As we continue to grow and innovate in the iron and…
On November 12, 2024, the Shougang New Energy Vehicle Soft Magnetic Materials User Technical Seminar was held in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. Two new products, 20SW1100Z and ESW1025R, were globally launched, along with several new technologies, including self-bonding coatings. The 20SW1100Z is a comprehensive upgrade of the best product, 20SW1200, which…
Stay updated with the July 2024 metallurgical standards, featuring advancements in alloys, steel production, seamless tubes, and rare earth steel applications.
Key updates on metallurgical standards, including graphene oxide analysis, high-strength steel, alloys, and advanced testing methods, effective May 2025.
The World Steel Association (WSA) has released the latest edition (2024-2025) of its Steel Demand Forecast Report (SRO). The report shows that global steel demand will fall by a further 0.9% to 1,751 million tons this year. After three consecutive years of decline, global steel demand will rebound by 1.2%…
2024 stainless steel industry operating conditions are manifested in the stainless crude volume, apparent consumption, import and export volume year-on-year growth. The price trend in the domestic market is low, export volume keeps increasing but the export price is low. The overall efficiency of the industry is low, and the…
The 2024 Metallurgical Science and Technology Award Grand Prize was awarded to Shougang Jingtang’s MCCR Multi-mode Continuous Casting and Rolling Technology Integration and Innovation project. The casting and rolling integration technology is a major advancement in the technology of the interface of the iron and steel manufacturing process. Mr. Wang Guolian,…
AOD refining method is the abbreviation of Argon Oxygen Decarburization (Argon Oxygen Decarburization), in refining stainless steel, by reducing the partial pressure of CO, to achieve the effect of false vacuum, so as to make the carbon content down to a very low level, and inhibit the oxidation of chromium…
SME will be participating in the upcoming GIFA MEXICO EXPO 2024 next month, from Qct.16 to Qct.18. This prestigious event offers us a unique opportunity to showcase our latest innovations and engage with industry leaders from around the world. SME team will be available to discuss your needs and share…