Karabük Demir Celik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. (Kardemir), a Turkish steel producer, has placed an order with Primetals Technologies to upgrade and optimize its sinter plants in Karabük, Turkey. The project includes upgrading the existing Level 2 systems at sinter plants No. 1 and 2 and installing a new Sinter Optimizer system at sinter plant No. 3.

This advanced solution will digitize production at Kardemir's sinters through real-time data collection, automated production data analysis, and AI-driven automated process control. The new system will enable closed-loop operation, stabilizing production, improving efficiency, and reducing errors.

According to Sefa Çetinkaya, an Operational Technologies Manager of Kardemir, the project is a key part of their digital master plan, reinforcing their commitment to smart manufacturing and operational excellence.

The new system will also integrate with Kardemir’s SAP infrastructure for seamless data flow, enabling faster, data-driven decisions and reducing operational costs.