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Last September, we opened our new fossil-free hydrogen plant at the Hofors steel mill. Senior advisor Göran Nyström notes that achieving this milestone was only possible thanks to contributions from our partners and loyalty from our customers. 🤝 #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup

As our new hydrogen plant represents a world-first in sustainable steelmaking, it sets an example for the industry. Göran Nyström, senior advisor, explains why Ovako plans to share technical and economic insights from the plant, enabling others to utilize fossil-free hydrogen and navigate their own path towards sustainability. #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup

Using hydrogen to heat steel before rolling, why? Göran Nyström, senior advisor to Ovako, explains further: to enable production of the world’s most sustainable steel. #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup

Jimmy Gran walks us through the investments in Ovako's Forging-Rolling Process 🔥 Ovako has invested in transportation equipment in Hofors and upgraded control stations in Hällefors to enhance their forging-rolling process. This combined method optimizes material properties and surface finish. The equipment enables automated transport of pre-forged billets, aiming for efficient production where every third billet can come from press 21 without disrupting the rolling mill operations. #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #OvakoGroup

Electrification of our steel processes is vital for Ovako’s journey to carbon-neutral production. We have used ⚡️ arc furnaces to make steel for many years and recently switched our heat treatment furnaces from gas to electricity. Now, our Hofors mill is the first in the world to use hydrogen produced by electrolysis to heat steel before rolling and forging. #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup

Ovako’s transformative hydrogen plant at Hofors is fueling our inspiration as we take a crucial step towards zero-emission steel production. The plant is the world’s first to use fossil-free hydrogen to heat steel before rolling. This incredibly exciting project has not only secured local jobs but also shown the world the way forward in developing the hydrogen economy 💚 #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup

Ovako built and established Sweden’s largest fossil-free hydrogen plant last September. 💦 Our dream for around 15 years—to use hydrogen produced by electrolysis of water to heat steel before rolling—has become a reality. We've demonstrated that steel production with zero carbon emissions is not only possible but also in practice. #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup

🌟News from Smedjebacken Steel Mill! 🌟 Ovako is investing €9 million in our Smedjebacken steel mill to boost efficiency and sustainability! 🏭 We're upgrading to Hitachi Energy’s advanced SVC Light® STATCOM system, enhancing energy savings and productivity. ⚡🔧 “This investment highlights our commitment to top-notch efficiency and sustainability,” says Nicholas Källsäter, President Business Unit SmeBox. The state-of-the-art facility will be operational by summer 2026, marking a major step towards a greener future! 🌍🔋 Photographer: Viktor Mácha https://lnkd.in/dW4p_8aX

The moment you’ve all been waiting for, Ovako Sustainability report for financial year 2023 is now published. "At Ovako, we are committed to making a positive impact on the world. Our sustainability report reflects our ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable and responsible future, and we are excited to continue this journey with our stakeholders.", says Marcus Hedblom, President and CEO of Ovako. Some of the key highlights include; 🧡 Safety remains as our core value. Accidents with sick leave per million worked hours, Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) ended at 1.5, below average reported in the European steel industry. 💦 The inauguration of Sweden’s largest facility for fossil-free hydrogen September 5, 2023, was a success. The facility counts as a major milestone towards eliminating all carbon emissions from Ovako’s production. 🤝 Collaboration and joint efforts between Ovako and multiple partners to reduce global emissions. Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/dcWgEHgq and the full report: https://lnkd.in/degY-xR2 #safety #sustainabilityreport #hydrogen

🚚 Ovako’s hydrogen plant is enabling fossil-free freight solutions because, in addition to providing the fuel to heat steel before rolling, the surplus hydrogen we produce can power heavy trucks. It’s true synergy in action. 🔋 The electrolyser plant at Ovako’s Hofors mill in Sweden produces approximately 3,880 cubic meters of fossil-free hydrogen per hour. So, in addition to heating steel before rolling, we use the surplus hydrogen to enable fossil-free freight solutions, such as heavy trucks powered by fuel cells To read about the plant in depth, click here: https://lnkd.in/dVS8k47j #innovation #carbonfootprint #sustainability #hydrogen #OvakoGroup