First 'metal on strip' milestone for new metal coating line
BlueScope’s new Metal Coating Line Number 7 (MCL7) at Erskine Park, NSW, has reached an important milestone, with the first 'metal on strip' now running through the line. This marks another important step in our continued investment in Australian manufacturing.
The $415 million project will add 240,000 tonnes per annum of additional ZINCALUME® steel capacity, increasing metal coating capability to support growth in premium products, including TRUECORE® steel and COLORBOND® steel. Located at the Western Sydney Service Centre, the new line is now moving from construction and commissioning into production start-up and optimisation.
The first 'metal on strip' marks the transition towards production start-up. The project team will continue commissioning and optimisation activities, with a focus on increasing productivity and ensuring the line consistently produces quality product.
The project has involved almost 400 people at the peak of construction, installation and commissioning, reflecting the scale of the investment and the collaboration across BlueScope teams, contractors and project partners.
MCL7 is one of several major projects progressing across BlueScope’s operations, helping strengthen local supply and improve the long term availability of premium steel products for Australian customers.
Watch the video for this 2nd update on MCL7 and the first 'metal-on-strip' milestone.
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