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On February 2, JISCO Carbon Steel in Jiayuguan, China, commenced production on the world's first integrated CSP® HSM line following an upgrade and expansion. This project increased annual capacity from 2 million to 4.5 million tons and enhanced operational flexibility, allowing rapid adaptation to changing product mixes.

SMS group provided full automation, enabling quick transitions between production routes and ensuring stable performance from the first coil rolled on December 30, 2025. The integrated X Pact automation synchronizes billet scheduling and rolling processes, ensuring consistent quality. The upgrade included a roller hearth tunnel furnace, reheating furnaces, and a fully automated coil transport system, all completed without disrupting CSP operations, thus safeguarding production throughout the installation.