Chuck Schmitt, Head of SSAB Americas, has announced that he will retire in the summer of 2025. A recruitment process to find his successor will begin shortly.
SSAB, a global leader in high -strength steel, is proud to announce the launch of the Strenx® Certified Fabricator, an exclusive initiative designed to recognize and promote excellence in the field of high strength steel fabrication.
Mining operations demand tough equipment that can withstand extreme impacts, stresses and wear, day in and day out. Compromising on quality — and safety — can be costly, and keeping operating costs under control is a non-negotiable. You’ve got to build your machinery with the best steels possible to not only stand up to the job, but to boost long-term productivity.
Hauling ore in hot and humid climates can have a devastating effect on the abrasion resistance of conventional abrasion-resistant steels. Bruce Rock Engineering in Australia was familiar with the challenges facing their mining trailer bodies transporting iron ore in Western Australia.
The simple answer is: It depends. But that doesn’t give you much guidance when you are deciding which wear-resistant steel to choose that will optimize productivity and longevity for the wear parts in your equipment.