Service for hot strip, CSP^® and plate mills

Our comprehensive service portfolio is meticulously designed to ensure the reliability, durability, and efficiency of a wide range of critical gear systems used in industrial applications. This includes key components such as main gears and mill pinion gears, which serve as the backbone of power transmission in machinery, enabling optimized output and operational stability.

Furthermore, we specialize in twin drive gears, edger gears, and slab sizing press gears, engineered to handle high torque demands while maintaining exceptional efficiency.

Shear gears and mandrel gears are also part of our portfolio, providing robust solutions that deliver precision and reliability.

At the forefront of our expertise is the SMS Advanced Gear Design, a cutting-edge innovation that delivers up to 30% higher torque capabilities for your drive train systems. This advanced design leverages state-of-the-art engineering principles to enhance the structural integrity and load-bearing capacity of gears, allowing them to handle higher operational demands without compromising reliability. By incorporating optimized materials and manufacturing processes, the SMS Advanced Gear Design not only increases torque capacity but also extends the lifespan of gear systems, reduces maintenance requirements, and enhances overall efficiency. This results in significant operational cost savings and improved productivity for your industrial applications, ensuring that your machinery performs at its peak under all conditions.

Our service for the SMS Giant Torque Spindle offers hot rolling mills an advanced solution based on cutting-edge developments in materials, geometry, and tribology. 

SMS Giant Torque Spindles spindles are specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern rolling mills and provide numerous advantages over conventional systems. Through targeted advancements, SMS Giant Torque Spindles enable torque transmission up to 40% higher than traditional slipper-type spindles. 

SMS Giant Torque Spindles stand out by being operable without costly safety clutches, reducing operating costs while enhancing safety. The robust design of these spindles allows for simple and effective transmission of drive torque to the work rolls. Their ability to absorb overloads and shocks within the elastic range ensures an exceptionally long service life.

Another key aspect of the service for the SMS Giant Torque Spindle is the option to retrofit an oil-air lubrication system, which guarantees precise and continuous lubrication of all critical components. By combining oil and air, effective cooling and lubrication of the spindles are ensured, enhancing operational safety and extending the lifespan of the components. Additionally, the oil-air lubrication system contributes to a cleaner working environment by reducing lubricant consumption and minimizing equipment contamination.

Our service is a vital component for optimizing hot rolling mills. By combining increased performance, safe operation, and advanced lubrication technology, operators can sustainably improve the efficiency and reliability of their production facilities.

In the field of SIEFLEX® gear-type spindles, we offer a range of specialized services aimed at maximizing the efficiency and reliability of rolling mills. 

We develop and optimize SIEFLEX gear-type spindles individually for each mill stand to meet specific requirements and enhance performance. 

An automatic, closed oil circuit ensures continuous lubrication and targeted cooling of the gear components, contributing to a maintenance-free solution and a clean working environment. 

SIEFLEX gear-type spindles are particularly resistant to wear due to case-hardened core components, significantly extending their lifespan. 

The optimized gearing promises a substantial performance boost, allowing SIEFLEX® gear-type spindles to transmit double the torque of conventional gear-type spindles. 

With over 60 years of experience in designing mill drive trains, we ensure reliable production, maximize the performance of hot rolling mills, and helps operators efficiently achieve their production goals.

Oil film bearings are crucial for high-performance rolling mills, providing durable support and minimal maintenance. X-Roll^® Oil Bearings from SMS group ensure longevity and precision in rolled product accuracy and flatness, supported by extensive repairs, modernization services, expert support, and spare parts.

SMS group continually advances oil film bearing technology, offering expert advice on solutions, upgrades, and repairs. The design team uses CAD and FEM analysis, validated with real load data, to ensure precision and reliability, while advanced manufacturing techniques like plasma soldering ensure consistent quality. 

To maintain competitiveness of customers plants, SMS group updates older mills by evaluating bearing systems to optimize backup rolls and bearing units, improving safety, sealing systems, and locking mechanisms for greater reliability and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, SMS group provides high-quality spare parts for all oil film bearing brands, ensuring efficient operations. Expert repairs uphold OEM quality, covering key components such as regrinding roll-neck sleeves, repairing bushings, and reconditioning roll chocks. Around the globe SMS group provide mechanical service with a team of experts collaborating with customer teams to analyze issues and implement solutions, including technical support, installation supervision, damage analysis, and operator training for optimal mill performance.

We offer comprehensive services for roll shop equipment worldwide, ensuring tailored support across all project phases. Our core services include support for bushings and sleeves, as well as the maintenance and repair of chocks, known as Chock Fleet Management.

Our OEM-quality spare parts are reliable and fully interchangeable, enabling seamless integration into existing systems. With reserved production batches and a dedicated inventory of key components, we ensure the shortest delivery times.

Modernizations and upgrades are designed to enhance the reliability of your components. We optimize applications to improve safety and address environmental considerations, such as reducing oil losses.

In our local SMS workshops, we perform maintenance and repair services for bushings, sleeves, and chocks. We manage the entire process - from disassembly to damage assessment and inspection reporting, through to final restoration. Our goal is to return your components efficiently, cost-effectively, and quickly to a nearly new condition. Additionally, our maintenance and repair contracts provide precise cost and schedule planning.

Our service portfolio includes consulting, training, and auditing, as well as preventive maintenance and customized support. Through a combination of theoretical and practical training, we prepare your team optimally for the demands of the roll shop.

Experienced staff work with you to develop solutions tailored to your specific needs, delivering comprehensive technical value.