September 08, 2008

JSW Steel launches Galvalume

JSW Steel Limited has announced that it has re commissioned one of its galvanizing line after modification to produce Galvalume, a zinc and aluminum alloy coated steel product.

JSW release added that “It is the first Indian Company, under a technology licensing from BIEC International Inc of USA to produce Galvalume sheets. With this licensing, the Company has continuous access to latest product innovations and process refinements, ensuring a product of highest international standards.”

Mr Jayant Acharya senior VP of sales & marketing said "The added advantages of this product will take the construction standards in India to a much higher level. With the Pre Engineered Building Industry coming up very fast in India, JSW Steel will benefit by its ability to cater to the growing demand of this product which is currently dependent on imports."

A patented alloy of barrier resistant aluminum and corrosion fighting zinc gives Galvalume superior corrosion resistance. Most Galvalume substrates feature an alloy that is 55% aluminum, 43.5% zinc and 1.5% silicon. Tests have proven this alloy superior to the zinc only coating used in regular Galvanized sheeting. Galvalume's performance in the construction industry has been superior to Galvanized.