In the Salzgitter Flachstahl electrolytic galvanization area, cold-rolled sheet is electrolytically galvanized in up to 17 galvanic cells to protect against corrosion. After various modifications to the system, Salzgitter Flachstahl has been able to galvanize steel bands with a maximum width of 1,850 mm and a maximum thickness of 3.0 mm since 2011, which only a few systems in the European area can match.

“Technology meets progress” was the motto of this year’s Hannover Messe. Salzgitter AG and its subsidiaries were at the lead “Industrial Supply” trade show from 23 to 27 April.

Were the words of TÜV-Nord Auditor René Yeatman during the recertification of the quality and environmental management of the Salzgitter Flachstahl.

Stahl-Metall-Service GmbH was founded in 1988 with main sites in Fellbach, near Stuttgart, and Karlsruhe. SMS has been part of the Salzgitter Group since 2011 and, together with Hövelmann & Lueg, extends the product range to include the logistics and production services of a steel service center.

In 2011 Salzgitter Flachstahl embarked on the series production of organically coated material (Folastal®) for the production of barrels and drums. The packaging manufacturers use the final coating material for barrel lids and floors. In these applications the interior coating represents a special aspect.

Major efforts were made in the development of high- and highest-strength steels in order to expand or improve the range of properties both in terms of strength and forming capabilities. HSD^® steel (High Strength and Ductility Stahl) by Salzgitter Flachstahl is such a steel product, featuring reduced density, high ductility and highest strength. The forming capabilities and suitability for welding processes will be introduced in a series of articles.

In view of its economic relevance, energy efficiency has always featured as a key element in process optimization in the production facilities at Salzgitter Flachstahl. For the first time, as part of the current energy-efficiency program, systematic savings potentials are being identified, evaluated and implemented in all production areas.

"Technology meets progress" is the motto of this year's Hannover Messe. From April 23 to 27, innovations and developments from around the world will be presented in eight trade shows, each of which concentrates on a specific area. Salzgitter AG and its subsidiaries will be at the "Industrial Supply" trade show and they are looking forward to dialoging with visitors and customers.

Since the third quarter of 2010, Salzgitter Flachstahl has been manufacturing hot-rolled sheet in a width of up to 2000mm. The sheets have been used successfully in a wide range of different application areas.