Start-up is expected in the first half of 2026. This project showcases Primetals Technologies’ strengths as a full-liner for long product production, with its comprehensive scope of mill and casting equipment and high-performance machines.

The billet caster will be supplied by Concast India Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Primetals Technologies. It will produce square sections measuring between 100 and 200 millimetres. The key mechanical scope also encompasses a reliable dummy bar system and an individual-type ladle sequencing car that can handle ladles with a capacity of up to 50 tonnes of liquid steel. There will also be a diagonal up-cut type hydraulic hot billet shear.

Thanks to its high-speed cutting mechanism, the billet shear enables faster processing of billets while minimising waste and operational costs.

Expanding Production Capabilities

The new single-strand rebar outlet will produce 350,000 tonnes of 8–40-millimetre rebar per year at a speed of 45 metres per second, making it one of the world’s fastest rebar rolling mills. Jeevaka’s choice of mill supplier was influenced by two main factors: a strong portfolio of Tier 1 references and the most cost-effective solution.

The scope of supply includes an eight-stand eDrive Morgan No-Twist Mill, a pre-no-twist mill shear, a divide shear, a Morgan Water Box with a trough, delivery pipes, two bar-braking pinch rolls and a rotary entry system, all incorporating Level 1 automation for the entire mill.

Advanced Equipment Advances Mill Production

The new equipment will significantly boost Jeevaka’s production capacity, enabling it to expand into new markets across India. The Morgan No-Twist Mill incorporates eDrive technology, one of the latest innovations from Primetals Technologies. The eDrive system combines innovations in electrical drives and motor technologies with the mechanical components of the Morgan No-Twist Mill. Using individually driven stands, eDrive provides infinite processing flexibility per stand, reducing capital and operational expenditure for bar, rebar and wire rod mills.

The Morgan Water Box provides efficient in-line product temperature control. The Long Rolling Enhanced Temperature Control System included with the Water Box provides precise monitoring and control of stock temperature, ensuring the desired properties are maintained throughout the rolling process.

(Source: Primetals)