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May 16, 2012
Gerdau will spend an additional $21.6 million to increase straightening and quality inspection capabilities at its special bar quality steel facility in Monroe, Mich. The investment includes a new bar straightening unit, surface inspection equipment and automatic ultrasonic inspection equipment for testing internal cleanliness, all of which will be housed in a new building.
"This project supports the reinforcement and expansion of our leading SBQ position and confirms our commitment to significant capital investment in North America," says Andre B. Gerdau Johannpeter, CEO of the Brazilian steelmaker.
This additional expansion is part of Gerdau's ongoing capital investment program launched in May 2010 to expand the Monroe mill's capability and bring production capacity to more than 800,000 short tons per year. Upgrades are being made in the melt shop where Gerdau is installing a continuous caster, to be operational in June. A new vacuum degasser is expected to begin operations in 2013.
Major improvements to Monroe's existing rolling mill facilities are also under way, including the installation of six additional rolling mill stands and a new walking beam reheat furnace. Monroe's overall capital project will be completed by the second half of 2013.
"We are expanding our capabilities to meet the growing demands of our customers so we can continue to be their supplier of choice," says Jack Finlayson, president of Gerdau Special Steel North America. The investment shows "both our commitment to Monroe and our strength in the industry,” he added.
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