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The Cold-Rolled and Coated Sheet Products Division conducts research in both product
and process areas. The work is primarily directed at the development of new cold-rolled
and coated sheet products, improvement of existing products, improvement to sheet
finishing processes and the development of instrument and control systems to insure
product quality and process efficiency. The Division works closely with the steel plants
in identifying new market opportunities and process improvement opportunities. The
Division has four groups:
- Cold-Rolled and Coated Process Development — conducts research programs to develop
and implement new and improved technology to upgrade and optimize cold rolling and coating
processes.
- Cold-Rolled Products — has responsibility for product development and technical
support for cold- rolled sheet products.
- Hot-Dip Coated Products — conducts research aimed at developing new and improved
hot-dip coating processes and products.
- Electrogalvanized and Tin Mill Products — conducts research to enhance zinc and
zinc-nickel galvanizing, tin plating and chrome coating processes and develop an improved
electroplated sheet product for automotive, container and other markets.
The Hot-Dip Coating Pilot Line has the capability to process 6” wide strip at a
maximum speed of 185 fpm. The line has been used for projects on galvanizing, Galvalume
and new product development. (see photo above)
The Hot-Dip Coating Simulator provides a controlled atmosphere for annealing, coating,
wiping and induction heating for new hot-dip product development. (see photo above) |
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