BAHAGIA STEEL orders new twin-strand HSD® rebar line from SMS group to meet growing construction steel demand in Indonesia
Summary
- The twin-strand HSD® rebar line will process reinforcing steel in the 5.2 to 32 millimeter diameter range at speeds of up to 45 meters per second
- The plant underscores SMS group’s leading role in energy-efficient, high-speed long product technology
PT. BAHAGIA STEEL, a leading Indonesian producer of round bar and rebar based in Surabaya, has placed its first order with SMS group for a new twin-strand high-speed delivery (HSD®) rebar production line for its Kampung Wringinanom site. The plant is scheduled for completion at the end of 2026.
PT. BAHAGIA STEEL has invested in a greenfield rebar line to increase production efficiency and meet growing demand for high-quality construction steel, driven by expanding construction projects in Indonesia. Capable of producing rebars with diameters from 5.2 to 32 millimeters at maximum rolling speeds of up to 45 meters per second, the new line boosts the company’s competitiveness and supports local infrastructure needs.
SMS will supply the mechanical and automation control equipment, including a high-speed shear upstream of the finishing block, a waterbox cooling system, and the twin-strand HSD® line. The HSD® line is designed for very high productivity rates, striking a perfect balance between producing very thin products, for example 5.2 millimeters in diameter, and meeting the extremely high capacity demands of the plant. This capability positions the system as a versatile solution for challenging production requirements. The 45-meter-per-second performance is enabled by the line configuration, advanced automation, and HSD® system, which guarantees one bar per notch for precise counting and process control, delivering tighter tolerances across strands compared with traditional slitting technology. These technical advantages translate into measurable operational benefits, including improved process control, higher material yield (up to approximately two percent by reducing short bars in multistrand rolling), and better overall production efficiency.
The cooperation between PT. BAHAGIA STEEL’s and SMS lays the foundation for a long-term partnership. By delivering a cutting-edge, energy efficient HSD® line, SMS underlines its leadership in high-speed long product technology and its commitment to supporting infrastructure growth across Indonesia.
SMS group is renowned worldwide for its future-oriented technologies and outstanding service for the metals industry. The company applies its 150 years of experience and its digital know-how to provide the industry continuously with innovative products and processes – even beyond its core business – and generates worldwide sales of around 4 billion euros. SMS is the right partner for challenging projects, and supports its customers throughout the lifecycle of their plants, enabling profitable and resource-efficient value creation chains. Paving the way for a carbon-neutral and sustainable metals industry is the company’s stated goal. As a global player with German roots, SMS takes responsibility for its more than 13,500 employees.