According to KOCKS, the unit will be used as an intermediate mill at Nucor Steel–Nebraska, a producer of engineered bar. KOCKS said the unit will simplify operation and flexibility of the rolling mill and increase productivity and safety.

The new equipment is part of Nucor’s recently announced US$58 million investment in the facility. 

"The upgrades we are making to our engineered bar mill in Nebraska are part of our efforts to continue to grow the number of tons we sell to the automotive market," said Nucor president and chief executive Leon Topalian. 

"This investment is part of our greater commercial strategy to align our product mix with current and future demand of our customers and will reinforce Nucor as a leader in engineered bar and rod.”

Commissioning is set for next fall, KOCKS said.