With the launch of the new lead-free free-cutting steel 11SMn30+BX, the Swiss Steel Group is once again demonstrating its innovative strength as a pioneer in sustainable steel production.
At a time when the steel industry is increasingly focusing on sustainability, this product marks a significant step forward. The Swiss Steel Group is responding to increasing environmental demands and remains a leading player in the industrial transformation.
A milestone in the transformation of the steel industry
Free-cutting steels such as 11SMn30+BX are ideal for the efficient and precise production of components. Thanks to their excellent machinability - whether for cutting or milling - they are easy on tools and ensure high productivity. Industries such as the automotive industry, mechanical engineering and hydraulics benefit from the versatility and quality of these materials. While lead was previously used to optimize machinability, the Swiss Steel Group now relies on the more environmentally friendly element boron.
Transformation of steel production: focus on innovation
As an innovation leader, the Swiss Steel Group is actively driving forward the transformation of the steel industry. By using the electric arc furnace process, which is considered one of the most CO₂-efficient processes, the use of carbon-intensive raw materials such as coal and iron ore is being replaced. Instead, mainly recycled scrap is used as a raw material. This process not only significantly reduces CO₂ emissions, but also largely eliminates the need for fossil fuels. The integration of green electricity further optimizes the CO₂ balance, resulting in particularly climate-friendly steel production.
The development of the lead-free free-cutting steel 11SMn30+BX and the use of sustainable production processes such as the electric arc furnace illustrate how the Swiss Steel Group is contributing to the transformation of the steel industry through strategic innovation.
“We are proud to further expand our innovation leadership in sustainable steel production,” explains CEO Frank Koch.
Maximum efficiency and precision without compromise
The free-cutting steel 11SMn30+BX impresses with its proven performance and outstanding processing quality. These properties are essential for the production of small, high-precision components. Customers benefit from consistently high product quality, which shortens maintenance intervals, extends operating times and thus reduces production costs - a clear advantage for competitiveness.
Paving the way for a low-carbon steel industry
As a global pioneer and winner of the German Sustainability Award, the Swiss Steel Group also offers its products in CO₂-reduced “Green Steel” quality. The 11SMn30+BX is another example of the Swiss Steel Group's commitment to driving forward a low-carbon steel industry and underlines the company's sustainable, future-oriented strategy.