In the steel industry world, ArcelorMittal is a name that resonates. It is one of the world's largest steel producers and plays a crucial role in the construction of modern infrastructures. ArcelorMittal uses a process analyzer from Metrohm Process Analytics to monitor the quality of phosphate treatement and improve the efficiency of the process overall.
A long-lasting relationship
In the fall of 2023, Metrohm had the privilege of visiting an ArcelorMittal facility in Belgium. During the visit, the opportunity arose to speak with Erwin Wagemans, the analyst from the chemical laboratory who is responsible for laboratory work, data processing, and process optimization.
Erwin shared his remarkable story about the close relationship between ArcelorMittal and Metrohm Belgium, which dates back over ten years.
Erwin began his relationship with Metrohm with the unexpected but highly valuable gift of a Titrino titrator from another laboratory. The titrator was installed to monitor the concentration of process baths (degreasing, phosphate, etc.), which is crucial for the quality of products at ArcelorMittal.
It was during this installation that Erwin mentioned the presence of an old Applikon process analyzer on the site, which needed some attention. Applikon, which is nowadays Metrohm Process Analytics, immediately took action to give Erwin's device the much-needed support. The team of experts at Metrohm Belgium was ready to give new life to the old process analyzer. Thanks to their efforts, the process analyzer became operational again, bringing significant benefits to ArcelorMittal.
This online process analyzer played a crucial role in:
- Monitoring the quality of phosphate treatment
- Improving the efficiency of the process
- Optimizing the time laboratory personnel spent on this task
Investing in a robust future
It is impressive to see how technology and expertise can contribute to process improvement in such an industrial environment. However, technology does not stand still, and Erwin's team decided to replace the 20-year-old process analyzer with the latest 2060 Process Analyzer.
Brochure: 2060 TI Process Analyzer (8.000.5465, PDF, 1 MB)
Erwin is a true professional and shows how collaboration and trust between companies can lead to long-term success. The relationship between ArcelorMittal and Metrohm Belgium is a clear example of how investments in advanced technology can result in improved processes and a sustainable future for the steel industry.