ABB helps metals producers run more stable, efficient, and safe operations through advanced automation solutions. Our deep domain expertise, strong understanding of the installed base, and phased approach designed around production continuity mean you can boost operational visibility, reduce process variability, and unlock measurable performance gains while avoiding the risk and disruption of rip-and-replace upgrades.
The relationship between CELSA Group, one of Europe’s leading steel companies, and ABB, is an example of how domain expertise and strategic cooperation can help transform metals manufacturing. Leveraging ABB’s control systems, the plant is fully equipped for seamless connectivity, big data integration, and digital solutions.
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Tata Steel selects ABB and Clecim consortium to progress major UK steel transformation project
ABB has won a Tata Steel order as part of a consortium with steel processing lines and rolling mills supplier Clecim, to provide automation, electrification and digital technology on the new advanced pickle line at Port Talbot Steelworks in the UK.
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ABB automation supports scale-up of fossil-free sponge iron production for greater circularity in metals
ABB has been selected by GreenIron, an innovative Swedish company working in the mining and metals industries with its patented materials reduction technology, to provide automation and control system solutions for a first commercial facility in Sandviken, Sweden. Ningbo Baoxin, China achieves more accurate and re Insights
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Ningbo Baoxin, China achieves more accurate and reliable ultra-thin steel processing with ABB intelligent automation
Digital is the new frontier for process industries. Come with us to China and discover how swaths of data-based intel is being integrated and channeled for more profitable operations in the metals industry.
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Sendzimir mill automation & electrical upgrade improves productivity by >15% at SIJ Acroni, Hungary
Modernization project helps future-proof production for Slovenia-based steelmaker’s sendzimir mill
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AUTOMATION THAT EVOLVES WITH YOUR OPERATIONS
Whether you are planning a greenfield project, upgrading legacy infrastructure, or scaling digital capabilities over time, ABB provides flexible automation solutions designed to evolve with your operations without forcing disruptive change.
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ABB's control systems
As the heart of plant-level digitalization, ABB's Distributed Control Systems (DCS) are designed to transform your multi-faceted, 24/7 process operations.
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Automation Extended
ABB’s Automation Extended enhances operational efficiency and stability of industrial processes within existing plants and new projects, allowing seamless evolution without disruption.
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When you automate with ABB, everything is under control.
The future of process industries depends on operations that can adapt, perform, and respond with confidence in an increasingly complex environment. With deep industry expertise, scalable automation solutions, and technologies designed to evolve over time, ABB helps customers stay resilient, efficient, and ready for what’s next.