Primetals Technologies Opens State-of-the-Art Service Workshop in Brazil

• Comprehensive maintenance services featuring new technologies for extra wear-resistant coatings on caster and flat rolling equipment, processing lines, and other critical industrial components
• Advanced digital asset tracking for increased efficiency, ensuring full traceability and precise quality control for all repaired equipment
• Strategically located near major steel plants to support Brazil’s expanding industrial sector

Primetals Technologies has recently inaugurated a cutting-edge service workshop in Santa Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The 7,968-square-meter facility is strategically located near several major steel producers and will offer a full range of advanced maintenance and refurbishment services. The opening ceremony featured a technological seminar, where customers and industry leaders were introduced to the workshop’s advanced capabilities.

The new facility sets a benchmark for efficiency, traceability, and sustainability in metallurgical services. In addition to its core business of caster roll maintenance and nickel plating, it introduces innovative coating technologies for flat rolling mills, galvanizing lines, and other critical equipment.

Enhanced Capabilities for Flat Rolling Maintenance

The Santa Cruz workshop is equipped to handle maintenance work for hot and cold rolling mills, as well as galvanizing line rollers. Advanced technologies such as laser cladding and high-velocity coating systems (HVOF and HVAF) enable precise and durable refurbishments. The site also includes a state-of-the-art mechatronics and hydraulics test center.

These capabilities are designed to meet the growing demands of Brazil’s steel and industrial sectors, helping to extend equipment lifespans and boost reliability. The workshop also supports the repair of critical components for industries beyond steel, including mining, oil and gas, wind energy, and paper production.

Driving Digitalization and Traceability

The service workshop leverages advanced digital tools, such as the Maintenance and Asset Technology (MAT) system, to automate workflows, enhance traceability, and ensure rigorous quality control. Operational activities are fully tracked and documented, providing customers with reliable, real-time data and complete transparency throughout every step of the repair process.

Strategic Location

Located near key transportation routes, the Santa Cruz workshop is ideally positioned to serve Brazil’s industrial heartland. The facility has already secured its first refurbishment contracts and is actively engaging with additional customers to showcase its capabilities.