Prudent CAPEX
Key investment projects
Long rail mill at EVRAZ Pueblo
The project involves designing, installing and commissioning a long rail mill and weld plant to replace the existing rail facility and meet customers’ interest in long rail.
Key developments in 2019
Completed first level of engineering (60%) and pre-awarded contracts for all major equipment, engineering and construction.
Electric arc furnace (EAF) repowering at EVRAZ Regina
The repowering will increase EVRAZ Regina’s prime coil and plate production and reduce electrode consumption. This project is supported by the Government of Canada's Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF).
Key developments in 2019
Completed engineering and ordered major equipment.
Heat treat at EVRAZ Red Deer
Expands annual heat treat capacity in Alberta to defend and increase market share and reduce logistics costs.
Key developments in 2019
Installation completed, commissioning advanced with production started in Q4 2019.
Threading at EVRAZ Pueblo
Install equipment for an API threading line at EVRAZ Pueblo to vertically integrate, fully replace threading suppliers, and reduce cost.
Key developments in 2019
Completed commissioning and fully operational.
Key maintenance projects
Steel reheat furnace low NOx at EVRAZ Regina
Reduce emissions of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) to comply with more stringent government environmental standards, and increase furnace throughput and production of flat-rolled products.
Key developments in 2019
Engineering phase and pre-installation work completed.