Massive steam project: seeing is believing

Steam is a vital aspect of many industrial applications. And ArcelorMittal Asturias (Spain), and more specifically the location in Avilés, is no exception.

ArcelorMittal Asturias is made up of two factories, Avilés and Gijón, close to the ports of both towns, which ensures an efficient reception of raw materials and optimal dispatch of their products. It is the only comprehensive steel plant in Spain; that is, it produces steel from iron ore.

At this facility, steam is used throughout various vital steps in the manufacturing process. From heating, even cleaning, to temperature control. It’s safe to say that a steady “flow” of steam is so crucial that a lack of could lead to a halt in production. And this requires a lot of steam. And we do mean a lot. Our Temporary Solution consisted of:

Large projects come with unique challenges. From logistics to safety and certification. And from footprint all the way to decommissioning. Everything needs to be meticulously planned and we have to cover all bases. That’s where, during an early phase of the project, the Total Visualization Tool comes in. It gives our customers and us a detailed view of the entire installation. This helps align all involved parties and make the entire process, even one of this magnitude, as efficient as possible. Now, we could go on about the tool, but … Well, seeing is believing. Lights, camera, and action!

Passionate experts have extensive application and equipment knowledge. We understand our customers' needs and can provide a total solution for any industry, no matter if it is for emergencies or planned projects. We are a division of the Power Technique business area, headquartered in Boom, Belgium and offer specialty rental solutions under several brands around the globe.

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At Atlas Copco, we have been turning industrial ideas into business-critical benefits since 1873. By listening to our customers and knowing their needs, we deliver value and innovate with the future in mind.

Great ideas reinforce sustainable development. At Atlas Copco Specialty Rental, we team up with our customers to set up state-of-the-art temporary air, flow, steam and nitrogen solutions. Our passionate experts have extensive application and equipment knowledge. We understand our customers' needs and can provide a total solution for any industry, no matter if it is for emergencies or planned projects. We are a division of the Power Technique business area, headquartered in Boom, Belgium and offer specialty rental solutions under several brands around the globe.