Description

This paper outlines the internal and external challenges of a customer’s requirement for additional strength and reduced breakage rates in PC (Prestressed Concrete) Strand. In order to remain successful manufacturing this product, Cascade Steel employed a multi-faceted approach involving changes and improvements to melting, rolling, and handling of the product. In addition, eddy current signal data was analyzed using a more sophisticated approach to improve surface defect detection. Finally, basic metallurgical principles were employed to design a more robust chemistry.