Overview

ABB brings more than 80 years of electromagnetic technology development and 150+ slab‑casting installations to support steelmakers worldwide. Our portfolio spans mold and strand applications, combining deep metallurgical expertise with advanced real‑time flow‑control capabilities. This unified offering helps producers address complex casting challenges and select the right technology for their thin to thick slab processes.

What you can achieve

Improved surface and internal quality

<p>Electromagnetic stirring and braking reduce defects such as inclusions, longitudinal cracks, mold‑powder entrapments, centerline segregation and ridging/roping, supporting higher surface and internal slab quality across a wide range of steel grades.</p>

Better control of mold and strand flow and solidification

<p>Coordinated flow conditioning in the mold and strong strand stirring promote more uniform heat transfer, improved equiaxed formation, reduced centerline segregation and more consistent solidification throughout the slab.</p>

Greater casting throughput and operational efficiency

<p>Optimized mold and strand behavior enable higher casting speeds, fewer flow‑related interruptions and more efficient, stable production in both thin and thick slab casters.</p>

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