MI.DA 4.0: ENDLESS CASTING AND ROLLING PROCESS EMPOWERED BY DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

摘要

With the E.C.R.~R - Endless Casting and Rolling process - the Danieli Micromill (Mi.DA~R) technology is nowadays a proven reality, leading to the most cost efficient rebar production. Following the acknowledged success of the first Mi.DA~R commissioned to CMC Arizona, the E.C.R.~R process has been constantly supported by a growth strategy able to grant unbeatable performances in terms of CAPEX and OPEX. In the most recent years, bearing pillar of this strategy is the distinguishing approach represented by the Digital Manufacturing. This paper deals with a summary of the implemented solutions and highlights of the future steps.