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MORGAN COMPLETES IVACO'S MILL MODERNIZATION
According to Bob Howard, Project Manager, 'As a result of this upgrade, Ivaco now has the ability to produce rod from 5.0 mm to 23 mm in diameter with a tolerance of ±0.1 mm (±0.004') at finishing speeds reaching 120 m/s (23,600 ft/min). The latter compares to its previous finishing speed of 85 m/s (16,700 ft/min).' 'In addition, Ivaco has increased production by 100,000 metric tons a year, from 750,000 to 850,000 metric tons, and coil weight from 1.5 tons to 2.7 tons. In addition, Ivaco will maintain the capability to produce 1.5 ton coils for the near future.' He added, 'Not only will Ivaco's mill utilization, speed and output significantly increase, but the new mill will also achieve increased product tolerance and improved product metallurgical properties.' The modernization project began in 1997 with the engineering and supply of six new two-stand Vee pre-finishing mini-blocks that replaced Ivaco's existing equipment. Subsequently, laying head modifications for tail-end control, a Stelmor® controlled cooling system with Optiflex, and coil reform equipment were installed. In addition, the mill's pinch rolls and laying heads have been relocated. A second phase, completed late last year, included the installation of a four-stand breakdown mill, enabling Ivaco to roll larger billets, and a water box control system. The final phase, which was completed in January, consisted of installing two four-stand Morgan Reducing/Sizing Mills, additional water boxes, and an expanded temperature monitoring system. Ivaco, which produces rod for cold heading, fasteners, welding, wire rope, and other high quality applications, has been working with Morgan since 1973 when the latter installed Ivaco’s original No-Twist® rod producing equipment.
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