INDIA: Primetals Technologies and JSW Steel USA have agreed to upgrade the slab casting infrastructure at its Mingo Junction, Ohio, plant. The project encompasses steelmaking, secondary metallurgy, and continuous casting processes, the project is expected to enable JSW Steel USA to produce a wider range of sophisticated slab steels to diversify its product portfolio for additional markets.

Work on the project has begun and is scheduled for completion in the second half of 2025.

Installing the largest vacuum tank degasser in North America

Primetals Technologies will install a 230-metric-ton vacuum tank degasser (VTD) with a dry mechanical vacuum pump system. This will be North America’s largest twin station vacuum tank degasser (VTD), allowing JSW Steel USA to produce cleaner steel and reduce levels of carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and sulfur in different process steps.

“JSW Steel USA wanted to install this VTD at their existing Mingo Junction site with significant footprint and height restrictions,” said Joerg Buttler, Head of Upstream Business for Primetals Technologies USA. “Working closely with JSW’s Mingo team, we were able to create a custom design that worked for the space, budget, and metallurgical targets.”

The VTD design includes all the mechanical and electrical equipment for the plant, including the mechanical dry pumps, vacuum filters, and dust catcher. It includes integrating new material handling technologies, associated auxiliary systems, metallurgical process models, and complete Level 1 and Level 2 automation systems.

“We look forward to the successful completion of these upgrades to strengthen our service capabilities and meet the growing needs of the renewable energy and infrastructure markets while in line with the Build America – Buy America Act (BABAA),” said Jonathan Shank, Chief Operating Officer of JSW Steel USA – Mingo Junction. “The project will strengthen our commitment to sustainability while providing additional momentum for growth by widening our product portfolio.”

Remarkably short downtime for the caster upgrade

For the 2-strand continuous caster upgrade, the project scope includes key mechanical equipment, Level 1 automation for strand No. 2, a complete Level 2 automation system, and the mold monitoring system Mold Expert. Moreover, JSW Steel USA has signed up for a long-term software subscription model, based on a software as a service (SaaS) concept.

Revamping a continuous slab caster usually means a shutdown period of several months. However, in this project, Primetals Technologies managed to cut the downtime to 30 days. This timeline is possible by keeping the concrete foundations and strand-supporting structure. In that way, there is no need for time-consuming demolition work. The new strand containment will be fixed with a specially designed adapter solution, which is another important factor influencing the short downtime.

A patented continuous bending and straightening process, Smart Segment allows for online and remote adjustments of the roll gap at one of the strands. This strand will be dedicated to producing API grades and plates of high quality for the US market. The setting of the Smart Segments is based on advanced mathematical models developed by Primetals Technologies. These models ensure that the caster already in the design phase is optimized to eliminate the risk of unsteady mold-level bulging.

Models for quality improvements

Having real-time knowledge about the exact temperature at any point within a continuously cast strand is highly valuable for achieving fully optimized secondary cooling of the slabs. This is made possible with Dynacs 3D, a secondary-cooling model for adjustment of cooling setpoints. Additionally, the model calculates the point of final strand solidification, which enables exact control of the cooling process. The caster will also be equipped with DynaGap Soft Reduction 3D, a dynamic soft-reduction package that gives operators precise control during slab solidification and significantly improves internal quality by reducing center segregation. DynaGap is a strand-guide system, allows operators to adjust the roll gap at the push of a button.

Key facts: JSW Steel USA’s new vacuum tank degasser

• Plant type: Twin-type vacuum degasser with vessel car and fixed and liftable cover
• Capacity: 230 million tons
• Major Equipment: vacuum filter, dust catcher, and set of dry mechanical pumps

Key facts: JSW Steel USA’s new slab caster

• Thicknesses: From 228.6 to 304.8 millimeters
• Widths: From 991 to 2,032 millimeters
• Radius: 10.5 meters
• Metallurgical length: 26.45 meters

Key facts: automation systems subscription model

• JSW Steel USA receives new releases, upgrades, and updates regularly
• The service package included in the annual license fee also includes remote support for troubleshooting, advice, training, fine-tuning, or optimization
• The automation systems stay compatible with the latest hardware and operating systems, new functions can easily be integrated in the future, and capital investments are replaced by annual operating expenses

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Jet & Robotic Vacuum Cleaners; Remove 99.999% Dust

• The new range includes Bespoke Jet, a sleek & stylish stick-type vacuum cleaner, with an all-in-one Clean Station that delivers powerful and hygienic cleaning through a 99.999% multi-layered filtration system
• Bespoke Jet is light and comes with a chic design in two premium color options – Midnight Blue & Woody Green
• With the new line-up, Samsung has forayed into robotic vacuum cleaners for the first time in India
• Robotic Jet Bot+ comes with a LiDAR sensor-based navigation, a clean station, Wi-Fi control, and voice control

GURUGRAM: Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has launched its premium range of vacuum cleaners in India – The Bespoke Jet, a stick-type cordless vacuum, and the powerful and intuitive Robotic Jet Bot+. The new upgraded line-up of vacuum cleaners is customized for Indian consumers that not only offer effortless cleaning solutions but also come in stunning designs that complement the indoors of every living space. Designed and developed to fit right into the living rooms of modern households, the new range ensures 99.999% dust-free cleaning* with a Multi-layered Filtration System.

Bespoke is a concept by Samsung wherein it aims to design home appliances that are stunningly beautiful and express the individual taste of its user. Samsung’s Bespoke is a lineup of Refrigerators, Microwaves, and now Vacuum Cleaners designed to be a part of a person’s home décor, reflecting their aesthetic preferences and elements of identity. Coming with ultrachic Bespoke designs, the vacuum cleaners not only promise seamless cleaning sessions but also enhance the style quotient of indoor spaces.

Bespoke Jet comes with an innovative design that is first in its class and offers an effortless and hygienic cleaning experience. In addition to its All-in-One Clean Station, a dock that charges your vacuum cleaner and automatically empties the dustbin, the Bespoke Jet is lighter and is equipped with a more enhanced Digital Inverter Motor than its predecessor for even more powerful cleaning. Available in two variants – Bespoke Jet Pro Extra, a vacuum cleaner + a mop, in Midnight Blue color, and Bespoke Jet Pet, a dry vacuum in Woody Green color, the Bespoke Jet range comes with powerful 210W suction capability, allowing consumers to enjoy cleaning that is comfortable too.

With this new line-up, Samsung has forayed into robotic vacuum cleaners for the first time in India while demonstrating cutting-edge innovations via intelligent solutions to optimize home cleaning routines for consumers.  Robotic Jet Bot+ comes with a clean station to auto-empty the dustbin, smart connectivity and control through the SmartThings app, voice recognition, and LiDAR sensor-based navigation. 

Priced INR 65,900 onwards, the new line-up will be available on Samsung.com, Samsung Exclusive Stores, and the new Samsung Shop App in addition to the leading online store – Amazon.

“Consumer focus towards a hygienic lifestyle has increased multi-folds. Our new line-up of vacuum cleaners has been designed to address consumer needs for hygiene and convenience along with great aesthetics, and best-in-class technology. An all-in-one clean station, 99.999% multi-layered filtration system, Wi-Fi connectivity, voice control, and LiDAR sensor-based navigation make our vacuum cleaners the best choice for modern consumers. With our Bespoke Jet and Jet Bot+ vacuum cleaners, we are confident to improve the lifestyle of consumers by making cleaning more convenient,” said Mohandeep Singh, Senior Vice President, Consumer Electronics Business, at Samsung India.

Key Features of Vacuum Cleaners

All-In-One Clean Station

The Bespoke Jet Series and Jet Bot+ come with the All-in-One Clean Station, which keeps a user’s space hygienic while cleaning. When docked, the All-in-One Clean Station empties the dustbin thanks to Samsung’s unique Air Pulse technology and also automatically charges the vacuum cleaner at the same time.

A 99.999% Multi-layered Filtration System* makes sure that only clean air is released from the station.

Powerful Cleaning From Start to Finish

Users can clean their homes much more thoroughly with advanced technologies that enable powerful cleaning. Digital Inverter Motor maximizes the suction power to 210W for Bespoke Jet and up to 2500pa for Jet Bot+ facilitating deeper cleaning of surroundings. 

The Intelligent Power Control feature of Jet Bot+ enables identification of the type of surface it needs to clean as well as the amount of dust that is on it becomes easy. Using this information, the unit can automatically adjust its suction power for a more optimized cleaning session. 

Equipped with a long-lasting battery that contains 2 units, Bespoke Jet Series (Jet Pro Extra and Jet Pet) is a reliable and dependable offering for customers that can run for up to 2 hours (120 mins) at a stretch. 

Best-in-Class Design

The Bespoke Jet Series incorporates the first-ever All-in-one clean station-based design which parks, charges, and cleans automatically. Bespoke Jet also features a lightweight design, weighing just 1.44 kgs (handheld body), that makes the cleaning process more convenient. 

The Bespoke Jet Series also features an integrated digital display (showing vital information such as charging levels, running time, suction power, maintenance, and error guides), a Telescopic pipe, & fully washable dustbin.

LiDAR Sensor Enabled for Convenient Cleaning 

Samsung Jet Bot+ navigation technology is based on LiDAR sensors (Light detection and ranging). A LiDAR Sensor accurately tracks Jet Bot’s location by scanning a room to gather distance information. So it moves around efficiently and covers more of your home. 

Users can control and monitor the Jet Bot+ remotely using the SmartThings app on their smartphones. The robot vacuum can be scheduled to clean selectively in either a single room or multiple rooms with the Select & Go function. The app can also be used to custom-define virtual No-Go Zones to prevent the unit from entering certain areas without the need for physical barriers.

Live Cleaning Report 

With Live Cleaning Report, users can easily track the movement of their Robotic Jet Bot+ on a virtual map of their homes in real-time. Users can see where it has been cleaned and even pause it or instruct it to stop cleaning. Once it has completed cleaning, users can check its cleaning history to see which areas have been cleaned, how long it took, and which path it followed.

Voice Control 

The smart robot also offers Bixby, Alexa, and Google Home voice recognition capabilities, meaning users can use voice commands to schedule cleaning sessions, change modes, or even ask for the latest information such as news or weather updates.

Pricing and Availability 

Samsung’s Bespoke Jet Vacuum Cleaner range includes the Bespoke Jet Pro Extra (Vacuum + Mop) priced at INR 89,900/-, Bespoke Jet Pet (Vacuum) at INR 79,900, and Jet Bot+ at INR 65,900, with the promise to provide Hygienic cleaning from start to finish.

*Accreditation/Certification by SLG Prüf- und Zertifizierungs GmbH

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