PEELING LINESQuality and productivity in bright steel production

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FAMILY-OWNED AND

WORLDWIDE PRESENT

As a family-owned company, the SMS group has built on solid values and a culture of responsibility for four generations. It holds a strong market position while its decentralized structure ensures a fast and efficient response to individual customer demands. The SMS group combines the flexibility of company units that operate as medium-sized enterprises and the broad resources of an internationally active company all for the customers benefit. The decentralized corporate culture ensures that not only the individual units but also the employees themselves always think and act in an entrepreneurial manner.

BUILDING ON A STRONG BASIS

A long-term view, careful financial management, focus on values, plus knowledge about the cycles of the machine and plant construction market have, for decades, informed the groups strategic planning. Also high on the agenda is investment in the areas of energy and environment technology, service and modernization of plants as well as on-the-job training and qualification of core employees. On this basis, the SMS group creates tailor-made plant solutions, which enable the customers to keep well ahead of the competition.

SMS GROUP Leaders in plant construction and mechanical engineering

The SMS group is, under the roof of SMS Holding GmbH, a group of global players in plant construction and mechanical engineering for the steel and nonferrous metals processing industry. It consists of the two Business Areas SMS Siemag and SMS Meer. The two Business Areas operate as independent group companies that cooperate closely with each other. As the financial organization, SMS Holding GmbH is responsible for strategic planning and controlling. The sole owner of the SMS group is Siemag Weiss GmbH & Co. KG, the holding of the Weiss entrepreneurial family.

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The SMS Meer Business Area bundles its activities in the fields of steelmaking plants and continuous casting technology, tube plants, long product rolling mills, forging technology, nonferrous metals plants and heat treatment technology. Starting with advisory services, followed by implementation and commissio-ning, and finally plant servicing the employees of the Business Area always combine their exceptional specialist knowledge with approachability and flexibility.

TOP QUALITY

The innovative solutions provide the customers with measurable benefits in their challenging markets. Whether steel for automobile tires, tubes for pipe-lines, heavy structural profiles, wheels for high-speed trains, aluminum for faade structures or offshore wind-power generators: the machines and plants tailored by SMS Meer ensure the cost-efficient and flawless production of the necessary components.

INDIVIDUAL SOLUTIONS

SMS Meer concentrates the competence of globally successful specialist firms under one roof to create a unique, full range of supplies and services for metal processing and associated fields. In doing so, the employees focus consistently on the requirements of their partners. SMS Meer finds individual solutions and fulfills customers expectations, both flexibly and reliably. This is verified by 17,000 reference projects for satisfied customers the world over.

SMS MEERA reliable and flexible partner

for the whole lifetime of your plant

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The bright steel industry is characterized by ever stricter quality and productivity requirements.

As the world-wide leading supplier, the product unit Schumag & Copper of SMS Meer offers both high-performance single units but also, interconnected systems with a maximum degree of automatization. They are suitable for machining of round bars and thick-walled tubes made of steel and steel alloys. Especially with the new PM- and PMH-peeling technology, SMS Meer introduces new standards in quality, productivity, and flexibility.

The newly designed PMS-series thereby offers an efficient alternative for medium-sized applications.

The new PMH-series is used in the upper diameter range. Also here, we offer the complete range of performances, reaching from the bar loading up to the peeled and discharged bar.

BRIGhT STEEL PROcESSING LINESIntegrated solutions from a single source

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SPEcIAL chARAcTERISTIcS

OF ThE DRAWN STEEL cENTER

Depending on the machine configuration, bar-to-bar, coil-to-bar and coil-to-coil ope-ration are possible for the manufacturing of cylindrical, tapered and/or doubletaper bars. All common steel alloys, round cast, titanium and other non-ferrous materials can be processed. The product program specifically includes: Pre-straightening machines in multiple- or two-roll design Complete bar loading device with unscrambling for bar as well as coil preparation systems, consisting of pay-off reel, coil end opener, pre-straightening and calibrating units

Peeling machines for high end (PM-concept) and medium performance ranges (PMS-concept). The PMH-series is used for the upper diameter range. Two-roll bright steel straightening and polishing machines for best straightening qualities and surface finishes Integration of in-line testing Single and double-sided bar end machine for the raw material and the ready product The individual units are configured as LH or RH machines, depending on the local conditions and the material flow required

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For straightening of rolled or forged round bars and thick-walled tubes made of steel with diameters of 8 to 170 mm, the product unit Schumag & Copper of SMS Meer supplies pre-straightening machines inline with a bright bar centre or as a separate unit with handling equipment.

Especially with straightness deviations of more than 2 mm within 1 m of the measured length, pre-straigh-tening is recommended for optimal peeling and straightening results.

MULTIPLE-ROLL

PRE-STRAIGhTENER

In order to meet the future requirements, SMS Meer has developed a new pre-straighter. The machines of the MWR series are characterized by the following features: New, high-performance roll and drive concept Good accessibility and high operating comfort Fast change of rolls and reduced down-times for tool change Mproved scale removal Environment and operator friendly due to integrated dust extraction and optimised sound insulation

MAchINE BED

Steady and rigid design Open frame in C-configuration Good accessibility for operators and maintenance personnel Integrated supply lines

PRE-STRAIGhTENINGTwo- and Multi-Roll-Straightener

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10-ROLL-cONcEPT

3 bottom straightening rolls, driven 3 top pressure rolls, driven 2 top bending rolls, driven 2 top supporting rolls, driven Motor-driven diameter adjustment with hydraulic clamping for all top rolls Motor-driven roll angle adjustment (Setting range 32 38) Graphical display of the roll position (Angle/position) on the control panel Easy exchange of rolls by means of especially adapted crane hooks

ScALE REMOVAL AND

DUST ExTRAcTION

Scale removal via steep discharge slopes on the roll holders and frame Scale transport via conveyor belt into a container, also a standard scale collecting box as alternative Extraction of dust inside of the hood by an exhaust system

TWO-ROLL STRAIGhTENER

For high straightness requirements over the total bar length, i.e. incl. leading and trailing bar ends, a two-roll straightener may be used as an alternative. The main features of this machines are: Hydraulically movable upper roll to compensate the ovality of the black bar Adjustable drives Scale discharge via emulsion Hydraulic motors to adjust the roll angular position Hydraulic motors to adjust the guide ledges to the diameter Steel guide ledges with hardened wear segments for the surfaces in contact with material Good accessibility and easy maintenance thanks to vertically fitted straightener rolls Various loading and unloading facilities, suitable to the individual case

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PAY-OFF REEL

Coil weights up to 3500 kg Standard-type pay-off reel Carousel pay-off reel Tilting carousel pay-off reel

cOIL END OPENER

Coil end openers to open and pre-straighten the leading coil end, available in three sizes and right/left versions.

FEED DEVIcE MOVABLE

IN cROSS DIREcTION

Feed device, laterally movable to feed the leading coil end -pre-straightened by the coil end opener- into the pre-straightener. Automatic process without manual intervention possible.

MANIPULATOR

Manipulator as an alternative to the coil end opener. The movement axes are controlled by joy stick. Signal transfer is possible via wired or wireless or remote control.

The working range with a tensile strength of up to 600 N/mm2 is up to a diameter of 52 mm. Controllable five axes enable safe and flexible handling of the leading coil end from the moment of gripping it until it is taken over by the pinch rolls of the pre-straightener.

hORIzONTAL AND VERTIcAL

PRE-STRAIGhTENER

Straightening combinations tuned to the working ranges of the various machine sizes, consisting of: Horizontally driven pre-straighter in standard design for non-ferrous metals and pickled steel, or scale-proof Vertical, not driven pre-straightening unit with 4 or 5 rolls Digital roll feed indication Motorized roll adjustment Optional scale discharge via optional screw conveyors or by extraction

RAW MATERIALCoil or Bar

Counterclockwise wound coil

Clockwise wound coil

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cALIBRATING UNIT

The combination of the plastic deformation effect during the calibrating process and the simultaneous twist on the taut wire, removes kinks from even roll-hardened material. Therefore, it will straight and it can still roll and be unscrambled after peeling and cutting to size. The wire is twisted by the inclined pinch rolls.

The calibrating rolls are arranged that the scale can drop out freely. Hydraulic clamping devices ensure rapid replacement. To ensure reproducible adjustment when changing over to products of other dimensions, easily accessible scales and high-precision dial gages are provided.

BAR LOADING AND UNScRAMBLING

To supply bar material from bundles to the system, SMS Meer supply tailormade loading systems with automatic downstream unscrambling. The transport to the subsequent units is done either by using discharge slopes or chain conveyors.

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The PM-series is suited to the most stringent perfor- mance, quality and flexibility requirements set on the machining of round solid materials and thick-walled tubes of all common steel alloys, round cast, titanium and other non-ferrous materials with diameters of 5 to 250 mm (specific diameter range individually dependent on model).

The common operating modes bar-to-bar and coil-to-bar for cylindrical, tapered and double-tapered bars and the coil-to-coil method are possible. The distinguishing characteristics of the PM-series are: Economic production of bright steel of the highest quality Rigid construction Use of vibration damping materials Use of quick-change systems High performance range Peeling quality up to IT8

INFEED UNIT

Infeed rolls with a large diameter, with motorized adjustment to 0 or 2.5, resp. 2.5 or 5 respec-tively by a patented tumbling shaft Drive via drive shaft with gearbox or alternatively by individual motors High user-friendly design by axial plug-in unit movement Hydraulic clamping elements for quick change of the infeed rolls

ENTRY GUIDE

Easy central alignment by separately controlled motors in the X and Y-directions Quick-change unit with four-point tensioner and HSK cone Three-point guide of a reinforced version and clamping to the machine body using wedge-type clamping elements

PEELING MAchINEPM-Series

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MAchINE BED

FEM-optimized machine bed from mineral compound material for vibration reduction with an integrated energy supply.

ADjUSTMENT OF

cUTTER hEAD TOOLS

High availability by replaceable carbide inlays with wear-resistant, optimized contact faces Vibration-damping SG iron housing No-play, hydrostatic bearing with large radial rigid-ity and good vibration damping of the cutter head Low-friction diameter adjustment Setting of the tool adjustment using a position-controlled axis Optimized labyrinth seals for high operational reliability Reinforced and FEM-optimized tapered bushing

ExIT GUIDE

The exit guide can be removed via the extraction carriage Push rod version Vibration-damping SG iron housing

ExTRAcTION cARRIAGE

Smooth running characteristics due to the integration of linear guides in the machine bed Maintenance free drive system due to rack and pinion Optimized machining of small diameters via combined speed torque control

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This series is especially designed for peeling of rolled and particularly forged round bars in the upper range of diameters of 300 to 600 mm.

The machine offers the following special features: Rigid construction with high vibration-damping effect Highest peeling performance, also for high strength steels and nickel based alloys Cutting depths of maximum 15 mm diameter reduction by using appropriate tools Carriage while peeling

Adjustment of new bar diameter from operator control panel Infeed guide with large-dimensioned rollers with easy centre alignment by separate motors Axial movable infeed guide for quick change of cutting tools Infeed guide is precisely fixed via Index bolts and hydraulical clamped during the peeling process

PEELING MAchINEPMH-Series

OPTIONAL

Separate polishing for improved surface quality Handling equipment to ensure safe and energy serving operation (no lifting or lowering), also for heavy weight bars. Beltgrinder

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The PMS-series represents a new machine concept for medium performance applications and peeling qualities. It is suitable for bar-to-bar operation.

This machine series optimally combines efficient solutions with modern and solid technology. With this, the machine concept is based on the experience and success of the Kieserling WDH series. However, it also integrates the new ideas and solutions of the innovative PM technology.

The machines of the PMS series are characterized by the following features: Monolithic machine bed in rigid welded construc-tion with partially integrated supply lines

Sturdy infeed unit with large roll diameters; all rolls are driven Swivelling infeed guide with reinforced, three-point-guide, and single centre alignment using separately driven motors for X- and Y-direction Hollow shaft, rotating head, and main gear unit with high radial rigidity and optimised labyrinth seals Exit carriage driven by low-maintenance drive via gear rack and pinion All position controlled axes with highly dynamic control system

PEELING MAchINEPMS-Series

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MATERIAL TESTING

A testing unit can be integrated into the line to ensure the required quality of the peeled and straightened bar. This can consist of: Standard test coil according to the eddy current method for testing surface point errors Rotating test coil according to the eddy current method for testing surfaces for point and longitudinal errors Measurement of internal material defects by ultrasonic Randomized measurement of the rod straightness Measurement of the diameter Grade and heat treatment verification

BAR END PROcESSING

The machining of bar material in downstream machines such as automatic lathes often requires a certain bar end shape to ensure a trouble-free feed in the lathe.

The relevant bar end machining operation FP-series can take place at the end of the line by machining the straightened and peeled bar, or to minimize cutting tool wear upstream of the peeling machine.

The flexible machine concept enables a multitude of bar end machining options such as: Face turning Face milling Chamfering Trunnion turning Centering boring Sawing

Some of the advantages of the SMS Meer concept for bar end machining are: High performance Facing/chamfering in one run Face-milling/chamfering with the same tool Quick tool replacement Automatic size adjustment

MATERIAL TESTING AND BAR END PROcESSINGUndoubtedly the best quality

BAR END PROcESSING MAchINES, FP SERIES

Type Unit FP2 FP3 FP4 FP5 FP6

Working range mm 5 25 5 55 15 85 25 130 40 160

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WRP B/BF-SERIES

To fulfill the highest performance requirements at high demanding material qualities, the two-roll straightening and polishing machine of the WRP B/BF type series are used. Their most noteworthy characteristics are: Optimum straightening effect, even with high-strength materials To satisfy the most stringent requirements, additional hydraulic clamping of the top roll cylinder could be provided to ensure that the roll package is absolutely rigid during the straightening process Two-roll principle with concave upper roller and convex bottom roller to ensure that even the ends are straightened The lower roll runs in a single-sided stationary bearing Straightener rolls from alloyed and hardened chrome steel Lateral guidance of the bar to be straightened between the straightener rolls by special guide ledges on the inlet and outlet sides, using bush-ings or prisms Height-adjustable traverses to adjust the guide ledges to the center of the straightening gap Easy change of the guide ledges by swiveling the traverses outwards Easy and quick replacement of the entire roller pair using the integrated roll change device Long straightening roller life due to coolant lubrication Suitable for in-line use or as a separate unit combined with a handling system

BRIGhT BAR STRAIGhTENINGWRP-series

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WRPF-SERIE

The two-roll straightening and polishing machine of WRP F series is suitable for the lower to medium strength and diameter ranges. The special characteris-tics of this machine are: Cost-effective design with manual adjustments Straightener rolls from alloyed, hardened chrome steel Suitable for long and short bars, depending on the feeding system Suitable for in-line use or as a separate unit combined with a handling system

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PLANT LAYOUTSIntegrated solutions to meet your needs

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1 Coil end preparation

2 Calibration unit

3 Bar unscrambling

4 Single-sided bar end machining

5 Peeling machine

6 Cross conveyer with loading possibility

7 Straightening and polishing machine

8 Cross conveyer with loading possibility

9 Double-sided bar end machining

10 Material testing

10 Bundling and packaging

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1 Bar unscrambling

2 Pre-straightener

3 Cross conveyer with loading possibility

4 End-to-end roller path

5 Peeling machine

6 End-to-end roller path

7 Cross conveyer with loading possibility

8 Straightening and polishing machine

9 Trough (peeled material)

10 Trough (peeled and straightened material)

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TEchNIcAL DATAThe most suitable machine for each application

PM SERIES PEELING MAchINES

Type Unit PM 0 PM 1 PM 2 PM 3 PM 4 PM 5 PM 6

Working range mm 5 35 7 54 12,5 80 25 125 40 160 60 200 80 250

Feed speeds m/min 60 60 60 45 30 20 15

Cutter head speed 1/min 5000 4500 4000 2000 1200 780 500

PMh SERIES PEELING MAchINES

Type Unit PMH 300 PMH 350 PMH 400 PMH 450 PMH 500 PMH 600

Working range * mm 60 300 80 350 100 400 120 450 140 500 150 600

Feed speeds of up to m/min 8 8 8 8 8 5

Cutter head speed 1/min 500 350 300 300 300 250

PMS SERIES PEELING MAchINES

Type Unit PMS 80 PMS 125 PMS 160 PMS 250

Working range mm 12,5 80 25 125 40 160 80 250

Feed speeds m/min 45 40 20 15

Cutter head speed 1/min 4000 2000 1200 615

* All values are standard values. Due to the single tool concept (4 or 6 kutting knifes) individual working ranges are possible.

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Performance and quality specifications are not binding characteristics and strongly depend on the type, quality and dimensions of the raw materials used, the state of maintance of the equipment etc. All specifications are in accordance with the technical state of the art at the time when they were submitted for printing. Technical modifications and errors are reserved.

MULTIPLE-ROLL PRE-STRAIGhTENER OF MWR-SERIES

Type Unit MWR 40 MWR 60 MWR 85 MWR 105 MWR 130 MWR 170

Working range mm 8 40 12 60 13,5 85 15 105 26 130 41 170

bei Re = 800 N/mm2 mm 40 60 85 105 130 170

bei Re = 1400 N/mm2 mm 30 48 65 80 100 140

Feed speeds m/min 240 210 180 150 100 80

Roll angle 32 38 32 38 32 38 32 38 32 38 32 38

TWO-ROLL PRE-STRAIGhTENERS OF WRP S-SERIES

Type Unit WRP 60 S WRP 80 S WRP 100 S WRP 125 S WRP 160 S

Working range mm 10 60 12 80 20 100 22 125 35 160

Feed speeds m/min 60 60 50 40 30

bei Re = 450 N/mm2 mm 60 80 100 125 160

bei Re = 1000 N/mm2 mm 58 75 90 115 158

DRAWN STEEL MAchINE OF WRP F SERIES

Type Unit WRPF 20/30 WRPF 35/50 WRPF 50/75

Working range mm 4 32 6 50 9 75

bei Re = 450 N/mm2 mm 25 40 60

bei Re = 1000 N/mm2 mm 22 35 56

DRAWN STEEL MAchINES OF WRP B/BF SERIES

Type Unit WRP25 BF

WRP 40 BF

WRP60 BF

WRP80 B

WRP 100 B

WRP 120 B

WRP160 B

WRP200 B

WRP250 B

Working range mm 5 25 8 40 10 60 10 80 12 100 20 120 22 160 35 200 80 250

Feed speeds m/min 210 210 168 75 75 60 50 40 15

bei Re = 450 N/mm2 mm 25 40 60 80 100 120 160 200 250

bei Re = 1000 N/mm2 mm 22 35 56 60 75 91 116 155 210

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SERVIcEA step ahead of the competition

The customers of SMS Meer have been satisfied for many years now with their machines and plants. Not least because the companys employees take comprehensive care of the customers needs even after commissioning for the whole lifetime of the plant. With MEERcare SMS Meer always provides the right service from short-term emergency operations to regular maintenance work. And if the customers wish to train their staff or need help with production, MEERcoach is exactly what they need. With MEERconsult SMS Meer analyzes processes and shows how they can be optimized.

New ways to make production more reliable and profitable are in demand. That is where the SMS Meer Service assists, for example, with concepts for process optimization or maintenance. When market require-ments change, the machines and plants also change:

SMS Meer modernizes veteran plants and adapts them to the new requirements. Thanks to higher productivity and product quality, the customer always remains one step ahead of the competition.

cOMPETENcE IS WhAT cOUNTS

Long experience and the same definition of excellent quality are factors which customers can rely on if they choose SMS Meer as service partner. The companys employees know every single detail of the machines and plants; after all they have devel-oped and installed these themselves. Furthermore, SMS Meer continuously sets new standards for technical progress. That proves worthwhile for the customer. Whether it is extensive advice or operative support, SMS Meer handles the customers require-ments in a flexible manner and quickly finds the best solution.

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ORGANIzING SPARE PARTS

PROPERLY

The right spare parts must always be available so that production standstills are kept short. At the same time, capital tie-up and storage costs have to be kept low. SMS Meer therefore supplies wear and spare parts quickly and reliably for all production stages, and supports the customers with spare parts management. The companys employees know exactly which parts have to be stocked up for which machine. SMS Meer can also handle the stock-keeping.

MAINTENANcE SAFEGUARDS

EFFIcIENcY

SMS Meer conducts equipment checks and performs main tenance and monitoring either directly at the customers plant or online via remote service. On request, SMS Meer also takes over the entire maintenance: an all-inclusive user-friendly package.

AchIEVING MORE ThROUGh

MODERNIzATION

Plants designed for eternity also need to be re- equipped from time to time for a secure future because markets and production processes are continuously changing. Together with the customers, SMS Meer finds the right solution for a mo derni za tion project. Business partners are thus able to main tain a strong position on the market even after decades.

FIELD SERVIcE FOR URGENT cASES

Even in emergencies, customers can rely on SMS Meer Service: the service technicans help with trouble shooting, repair the damage quickly and easily and thus make sure that the customers plant functions again as fast as possible.

TRAINING & SUPPORT FOR ThE

RESPONSIBLE PERSONNEL

How are machines and plants operated, maintained and overhauled in a technically correct manner? SMS Meer shares its expertise with the customers.Technical procedures, methods and skills are typical areas in which SMS Meer qualifies the employees. The training makes the employees fit in every subject area so that they can significantly contribute to their companys success.

cONSULTING PROVIDES cERTAINTY

Whether a maintenance concept, process consulting or a feasibility study: SMS Meer creates a reliable basis for decision-making for its customers. The employees look into the customers problems and develop suitable solutions. But that is only the beginning: SMS Meer also helps with the implementation.

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The information provided in this brochure contains a general description of the performance characteristics of the products concerned. The actual products may not always have these characteristics as described and, in particular, these may change as a result of further developments of the products. The provision of this information is not intended to have and will not have legal effect. An obligation to deliver products having particular characteristics shall only exist if expressly agreed in the terms of the contract.

IMPRINT SMS Meer, Corporate Communications, Dr. Peter Heimerzheim (Director), Olaf Szebsdat (Editor), Ohlerkirchweg 66, 41069 Mnchengladbach, Germany Phone: +49 2161 350-2420, Fax: +49 2161 350-1862, communications@sms-meer.com, www.sms-meer.com

SMS MEER

Product Unit Schumag & Copper

Bright Steel Processing

Nerscheider Weg 170

52076 Aachen

Germany

Phone: +49 2161 350-2712

Fax: +49 2161 350-42712

info@sms-meer.com

www.sms-meer.com