plate mill

A plate mill is a type of rolling mill used to produce relatively thick, flat metal products, primarily steel plates. These plates are formed from heavy slabs, which are heated to approximately 1,250° C before being passed through powerful four-high rolling mills. These mills, equipped with large work and backup rolls, can exert immense pressure, allowing for the precise shaping of plates up to 200 millimeters thick, 5 meters wide, and 35 meters long. Advanced computerized systems control the rolling process, ensuring high accuracy in dimensions, flatness, and physical properties. Plates are often made to specific customer orders and can have various edge finishes.123