Cold Rolling: How to Upgrade for the Growing Demand of Thin AHSS and Electrical Steels

Target audience:

• Silicon and AHSS steel producers

• Technology and R&D

• Strategic planning and business development departments

• Procurement Managers / Investment Managers

• Operation responsible

• CTO's / Vice Presidents / Board Level Management

Key takeaways:

• Discover techniques to enhance the production of high-grade electrical steel and thin-gauge advanced high-strength steel (AHSS) in cold rolling processes. This includes strategies for improving the production of high-grade silicon steel, reducing or eliminating chatter, enhancing reduction capability, and extending product formats.

• Gain insights into the latest automation solutions specifically designed for non-grain oriented (NGO) electrical steel and AHSS. These solutions are tailored to optimize production efficiency and quality.

• Identify opportunities to achieve significant cost savings, reduce energy consumption, and extend equipment lifetime. Learn how innovative approaches and technologies can help streamline operations, improve sustainability, and maximize the value of existing assets.

Konrad Krimpelstätter

Head of Technology & Innovation for Hot Rolling, Pickling, and Cold Rolling, Primetals Technologies

Konrad Krimpelstätter leads the R&D efforts that expand and refine the capabilities of Primetals Technologies' hot and cold rolling innovations. A father of two, holder of numerous patents, and author of many studies and technical papers, Konrad has over 17 years of experience in the steel industry and more than 21 years in mechanical engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in technical sciences and master's degrees in mechatronics and management.

Roland Kellermayr

Head of Technical Sales Cold Mills Europe, Primetals Technologies

Roland Kellermayr earned a master's degree in mechatronic engineering from Linz University of Technology. His career began with a five-year tenure as a process engineer at Primetals Technologies in cold rolling. From 2010 to 2020, he served as a technical sales manager and lead engineer, particularly in continuous tandem cold mills. In 2020, he was appointed Head of Cold Rolling at Primetals Technologies.

Josef Hofbauer

Former Sales Manager, Primetals Technologies

Josef Hofbauer holds a degree in electrical engineering and worked as a sales manager and consultant for the electrical and automation sector at Primetals Technologies in Erlangen. With over 40 years of experience in commissioning, engineering, and sales, his expertise focuses on drives, automation, and technological control for cold rolling.

Moderator – Adam Merki

Editor-in-Chief and Contributor, Primetals Technologies

Adam Merki joined the communications department at Primetals Technologies in January 2022. Since then, he has contributed several articles and technical papers to Metals Magazine, the customer magazine of Primetals Technologies, and works as an editor preparing articles with colleagues for external publication in trade magazines. Adam brings an academic background to his role, researching and studying the complex processes in the metals industry to deliver accurate and engaging materials. His work ensures that Primetals Technologies effectively communicates its innovations and expertise to a broad audience.