Kevin Jilbert (Gerdau), Tony Klippel (Gerdau), Fernando Martinez, Octavio Rodriguez, Mark Olson (Gerdau), Jamie Hansen, Carlos De Los Santos.
Monterrey, Mexico and Tampa, FL: AMI Automation and Gerdau Long Steel North America (GLN) have entered into a new technology and service agreement which provides GLN with a comprehensive subscription to AMI’s SmartFurnace™ suite of EAF optimization technology and services.
AMI is providing a comprehensive subscription to its suite of SmartFurnace™ products and services to optimize GLN’s entire base of EAF’s and LMF’s. The new approach provides the equipment, the technical know-how, the continuous remote monitoring and support to ensure the highest efficiency EAF and LMF performance using an INDUSTRY 4.0 digital business approach with aligned outcomes. This subscription ensures GLN will always have the latest AMI technology on their EAF’s at all times.
“Gerdau is moving fast to incorporate digital solutions to improve our business… This new agreement embodies all of these components.” — Mark Olson, VP Operations, Gerdau.
“We are honored to have earned Gerdau’s trust… AMI is committed to making this ‘Subscription Service’ a great success for Gerdau.” — Fernando Martinez, Vice President, AMI Automation.
“We are thrilled to create this new digital business approach with our long and trusted customer Gerdau…” — Jamie Hansen, Director of Sales and Marketing, AMI Automation.
With this technology subscription, AMI continues its focus on designing, manufacturing and implementing innovative solutions that drive process improvements and efficiency. AMI Automation’s Meltshop Solutions division has over 30 years of experience optimizing EAF operations with advanced automation and control technologies. Our specialized engineering team provides consulting, custom design, training, and technical support.