SMS group enters into strategic partnership with The Systems Group to drive safety and sustainability in steelmaking

 

• SMS group now integrates Spray-Cooled^® technology from The Systems Group into its solutions for electric arc furnaces and secondary metallurgy plants
• Safer and more efficient cooling systems eliminate high-pressure risks while reducing emissions and maintenance needs
• Strategic partnership enhances uptime and long-term value for steel producers, with field-tested equipment in use at leading melt shops worldwide

SMS group is entering into a strategic partnership with The Systems Group, a US American company  known for its innovation and technical excellence in the metals industry. This collaboration marks a major step forward in delivering safer, more sustainable, and lower-maintenance solutions for steelmaking plants operating with electric arc furnaces and secondary metallurgy units.

At the heart of the partnership is Spray-Cooled^® technology, a patented system developed by operators in the 1980s and owned by The Systems Group since 1999. The technology has become a globally trusted standard in cooling systems for steel mills, particularly those using electric arc furnaces. Now, through this agreement, SMS will offer Spray-Cooled^® EAF roofs, sidewalls, hoods, and ducts as part of its integrated plant solutions – for new installations and upgrades at steelmaking sites worldwide.

Unlike traditional tubular cooling systems, Spray-Cooled^® operates at atmospheric pressure, eliminating the risk of high-pressure water leaks, which are among the most serious safety hazards in melt shops. The technology also offers significant benefits in terms of heat retention, reduced emissions, energy efficiency, and ease of maintenance. Its flexible design adapts to a wide range of furnace geometries, making it ideal for steel producers prioritizing uptime and a long equipment life.

Andrea Lanari, Vice President Metallurgy at SMS, says, “At SMS group, our mission is to deliver the best to our customers – not only in performance and efficiency, but also in workplace safety and sustainability. Partnering with The Systems Group allows us to bring a proven, field-tested technology to our customers that aligns with these values.” 

Lee Morgan, CEO and owner of The Systems Group, adds, “I am very excited about this partnership with SMS, Systems and SMS have dozens of successful installations together – making melt shops safer and delivering the most uptime of any electric arc furnace package on the market.” 

With this partnership, steelmakers can now benefit from a comprehensive and integrated package – combining SMS’s global engineering and project expertise with The Systems Group’s decades of operational experience and patented cooling solutions.