Medium-Voltage Power Supply for Steel and Aluminum Plants

From core production processes to auxiliary systems, reliable power distribution is vital to maintaining uptime, safety, and performance in steel and aluminum plants. Primetals Technologies offers robust medium-voltage and low-voltage power distribution systems—featuring primary substations, secondary substations, transformers, switchgear, switchboards, and motor control centers (MCCs) and auxiliary power systems—designed specifically for industrial environments with high electrical loads and complex operations.

Built for flexibility and reliability, our medium-voltage and low-voltage power systems ensure safe energy distribution to motors, drives, lighting, automation systems, and more. Whether it’s a new facility or an upgrade project, our solutions provide modularity, advanced protection, and seamless integration with processes and existing infrastructure.

Benefits of the Medium-Voltage Power Supply

• Reliable power flow: consistent and controlled power delivery to all low-voltage consumers across the plant
• Compact, modular design: space-saving configurations with flexible layouts for easy expansion and customization
• Enhanced safety and protection: advanced circuit breakers, relays, and monitoring systems prevent overloads, faults, and equipment damage.
• Streamlined maintenance: clear compartmentalization and intelligent diagnostics reduce downtime and simplify servicing.
• Smart systems with SCADA integrated: integration into your smart infrastructure with the ability to communicate in various protocols

Features of the Medium-Voltage Power Supply

• Customized solution development: every steel plant demands a unique approach to power distribution, shaped by its process requirements, plant layout, and integration with upstream substations. Medium- and low-voltage systems from Primetals Technologies are tailored to meet the specific needs of each plant. Designed for versatility, they seamlessly adapt to diverse layouts, processes, and equipment standards, ensuring reliable compatibility across global operations.
• Smart integration: medium-voltage and low-voltage power distribution systems from Primetals Technologies are fully SCADA-compatible, enabling real-time data access and remote operation. Integration with plant-wide automation systems ensures optimal coordination between mechanical and electrical processes.
• Safety-first design: all systems adhere to ANSI, IEC, and international standards for arc flash containment, grounding, and operator protection. Features include insulated busbars, fail-safe interlocking mechanisms, and emergency shutoff and alarm systems.
• System engineering across the power products: as a single point of contact for the complete power distribution needs of the plants, the team from Primetals Technologies supports end users with the selection of voltage level, product features, infrastructure topology, optimized location selection, and auxiliary solutions to support overall operation.
• Process integration with electrical infrastructure of the plant: motor control centers (MCCs) are engineered for high availability and ease of operation. Available in fixed or withdrawable units, they provide:
• Optimized solutions for custom steel and aluminum processes
• Centralized motor protection and control
• Intelligent communication interfaces (ProfiNET, MODBUS TCP, IEC61850, etc.)
• Remote diagnostics and SCADA integration
• Load shedding and sequencing options
• Built for the plant floor: whether powering rolling mills, furnaces, automation, or auxiliaries, power distribution from Primetals Technologies ensures your steel or aluminum plant runs safely, efficiently, and without interruption.