About Usinas siderurgicas de minas gerais s a usiminas
Usinas Siderúrgicas de Minas Gerais S.A. (Usiminas) is a Brazilian steel company that has been leading the market for flat steel products in Brazil for many years. The company was founded in 1956 and has since then grown to become one of the largest producers of steel in Latin America.
Usiminas operates two major production facilities, one located in Ipatinga, Minas Gerais, and the other located in Cubatão, São Paulo. These facilities have a combined annual production capacity of over 9 million tons of steel products.
The company's product portfolio includes a wide range of flat steel products such as hot-rolled coils, cold-rolled coils, galvanized sheets and coils, tinplate sheets and coils, among others. These products are used by various industries such as automotive, construction, packaging and appliances.
Usiminas is committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The company has implemented several initiatives aimed at reducing its environmental impact such as energy efficiency programs and waste reduction programs.
In addition to its commitment to sustainability, Usiminas also places great importance on innovation. The company invests heavily in research and development activities aimed at improving its processes and developing new products that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
One example of Usiminas' innovative approach is its partnership with ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe AG to develop advanced high-strength steels (AHSS) for use in automotive applications. This partnership resulted in the development of Usibor® 1500P/2000P which is an AHSS product that offers superior strength while being lightweight.
Usiminas' success can be attributed to several factors including its strong focus on customer satisfaction through quality products and services; commitment to sustainability; investment in research & development; efficient operations; skilled workforce; strong financial position; among others.
Overall, Usiminas is a leading player not only in the Brazilian steel industry but also in the global steel market. The company's commitment to sustainability, innovation and customer satisfaction has enabled it to maintain its position as a market leader for many years.