ABOUT US
AMI Automation, now part of Resonac, is a global leader in automation and control solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, and implementing innovative technologies to enhance process efficiency across industries such as steel, mining, cement, pulp & paper, and oil & gas. With over 35 years of experience, AMI integrates advanced automation, AI, and specialized engineering to address the challenges of modernizing industrial processes. From technology upgrades to process optimization, AMI delivers tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of its customers. By partnering with Resonac Graphite, we aim to become supplier of choice through a focus on safety, sustainability, digital transformation; and by providing innovative solutions to achieve exceptional steelmaking performance.
Our Partnership with RGBU
Resonac Graphite Business Unit (RGBU) and AMI Automation have partnered to form a strategic alliance to drive innovation in the steel industry. By combining expertise in high-performance graphite electrodes and advanced electric arc furnace (EAF) optimization systems, this partnership can provide comprehensive melting solutions that improve energy efficiency, meltshop safety, and emission reduction. While RGBU products ensure reliable and efficient electrode solutions for melting, AMI pushes furnace optimization to the next level through customized power conversion and automation technologies. The combined companies leverage world-class R&D abilities, cutting-edge machine learning and vision technologies to drive the latest advancements in EAF production. Together, Resonac and AMI deliver integrated, customer-centric solutions that maximize value, sustainability, and performance for steel producers worldwide.
OUR MISSION
To be a world-class company that provides innovative products and solutions for the Automation of Industrial Processes, exceeding the expectations of our customers, providing competitive returns to shareholders, and promoting the growth of employees in a successful work environment.
OUR VISION
- To be recognized as the most service-oriented automation company in the market
- To be the World Leader of Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) Automation Technology and Services
- To be the best Automation Technology option for Steel Mills
- To be the best Drive System Integrator for Steel Mills and Mini-Mills
- AMI will differentiate by having the best and most capable, committed, and motivated personnel
AMI TIMELINE
Since 1986
Cactus Electronics starts operations.
Contract with Modular Data Systems.
AMI is founded.
Distribution of Gould PLCs (Modicon now Schneider).
First services in the USA.
Control of de la Lanza EMPCO in Seguin, Texas.
Distribution of Nematron HMI Terminals.
Software Distribution HMI US Data.
First global project of electric furnace control design through touch-sensitive screens in Chaparral Steel Midlothian, Texas.
First worldwide project of an electric arc regulator based on PLC’s.
Yokogawa Distribution.
Rittal Distribution.
Start of exhibitions in the USA.
10 years of AMI, Customers in 15 countries.
First steel plant fully automated by AMI in Chaparral Steel, Virginia.
2000
JV with GE is established, creating AMI-GE.
Diversification of Drive Systems begins to cement and paper industries.
First Complete Cement Plant Electrification, Cemex, Tepeaca.
20 years of AMI, Customers in 25 countries.
2009
Start agreement with Ternium for “inplant” personnel.
First FCR for DC Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) at GERDAU Saint Paul (USA).
Creation of a strategic alliance with Zolo Technologies to use its Off-Gas sensor as part of the new SmartFurnace modules.
Development of the DigiFlow for industrial Oil and Gas.
Installation of a cycloconverter for the train grid in Maryland for AMTRAK.
Company ready to capitalize on growth 2015 opportunities in the NAFTA region and abroad.
Strong Expansion efforts in Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
2017
30 years of AMI, Customers in 53 countries.
First FCR for Medium Voltage SVC (Static Var Compensator) for ACINDAR (Argentina).
First Medium Voltage LCI (Load Commutated Inverter) for CEMEX (Mexico).
Fully remote implementation and tuning of SmartFurnace technology in three Tokyo Steel plants, including the largest EAF in the world in Tahara.
2021
AMI and Showa Denko started partnership
Further growth in the Asian market with projects in Korea, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan.
First DigiFCR X4 for EAF Rectifier for SSAB (USA)
First implementation of dynamic process control using Off Gas analysis in Asia.
Resonac (Showa Denko) acquired 100% shares of AMI Automation.