The project aims to comprehensively upgrade the Level 1 and Level 2 automation systems, improve system availability, and stabilize spare parts supply.
A first in India
Primetals Technologies will supply new hardware for the mill’s main rolling area and upgrade the existing application software to the latest technology. The modernization will include the advanced SIMATIC S7-1500 control system and the next-generation WinCC software, both part of the Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) Portal. This marks the first time such an automation platform has been implemented in a plate mill of this size in India.
The project will also involve virtualizing all servers. This will enhance lifecycle management of the automation infrastructure while simplifying maintenance and update processes.
Reduced downtime
With an annual capacity of 1.2 million tons, JSP’s 5-meter plate mill produces plates ranging from 5 to 350 millimeters in thickness and 900 to 4,800 millimeters in width. During modernization, key automation functions, including the human-machine interface (HMI), will be retained. This will ensure that operators and maintenance staff remain familiar with the system from day one, shorten ramp-up time, and enable a quicker return to full-capacity production.
The existing automation system at the Angul plant has frequently experienced failures, causing significant production disruptions for JSP. The integration of new hardware and software will not only improve production stability but also allow for smooth implementation of future system upgrades.
Global vision
Operating in the steel, mining, and infrastructure sectors, JSP is making strategic investments worth USD 12 billion worldwide. The company aims to strengthen India’s industrial self-reliance by increasing capacity and operational efficiency.
JSP also places importance on sustainability, setting new benchmarks in responsible industrial growth with the goal of reducing its carbon footprint and leading in eco-friendly production practices.
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