Another Step Toward Smart Manufacturing Achieved
Advanced Material Handling System: The Backbone of Raw Material Supply at Kavir Steel

In line with its mission to produce diverse and high-quality steel grades, Kavir Steel has taken a significant step forward by implementing an advanced process known as the Material Handling System (MHS). This system enables precise and targeted supply of raw materials to the steelmaking furnace.

The Executive Manager of the Kavir Steel Steelmaking Project explained the operational structure of this system:
According to the finalized design, the steelmaking plant will benefit from full flexibility in raw material feeding, allowing production using either 100% direct reduced iron (DRI) or 100% scrap metal. In the initial stage of the process, DRI is transported via conveyor lines to dedicated storage silos. It is then transferred—through the material handling mechanism—to pre-allocated bins inside the production hall, and ultimately fed into the injection systems of the furnace equipment.

Amir Sadeghi elaborated on the raw material segregation stage:
Metal scrap, as the other primary raw material, is collected in the scrapyard, where it is sorted and classified using mechanized equipment and physical/chemical identification methods. Criteria such as alloy composition, appearance, impurity level, and production purpose determine its categorization, after which it is placed in designated temporary storage zones. This structure enables the MHS to select and deliver the exact charge required by the furnace according to the target steel grade.

He added:
The flexibility of the MHS allows the plant to rapidly switch between different grades and supply a tailored, optimized charge for every production order. This capability elevates the role of the MHS from a mere transportation system to a critical link in the chain of quality control and product diversification.

By deploying this smart and advanced system in its steelmaking project, Kavir Steel is establishing a robust foundation for the targeted and planned production of special-grade steels for industrial, construction, and medical applications. This milestone marks a decisive step toward industrial self-sufficiency and meeting the diverse demands of domestic and export markets.