As a subsidiary of the Baowu Group, Baoshan Iron & Steel commands a significant presence in the global steel industry. With an impressive annual production capacity of 34.9 million tons, Baoshan stands as the second-largest iron and steel conglomerate in China and the fifth-largest worldwide. The Baowu Group, boasting a total annual production of approximately 130 million tons, is recognized as the largest steel producer in China, reinforcing its leading position in the global market. The joint projects with KOCKS, manifested in nine RSB® installations in the Baowu Group, follow a shared vision of excellence in special steel production, propelling the Chinese steel producer into a future of sustainable growth.
In Baoshan's new rolling mill, the advanced KOCKS 3-roll RSB® 370++/4 will serve as a finishing block, following 20 stands in H/V arrangement in a 620,000 t/a SBQ mill. This setup will enable the production of straight bars with finished sizes ranging from Ø 20.00 to 100.00 mm, achieving the highest dimensional tolerances. The scope of supply also includes the remote control for stand and guide adjustments, roll shop equipment, and KOCKS software solutions, allowing for optimal rolling results. The commissioning of the RSB® 370++/4 is scheduled for mid-2025.