ArcelorMittal begins 3D printing ventilators and face shields in the fight against coronavirus

ArcelorMittal has been working with automakers for years to co-engineer steel solutions that address safety, strength and fuel economy concerns in the most cost-effective way. ArcelorMittal offers an array of lightweight steel solutions and has seen tremendous growth and evolution of its door ring solution, co-engineered with Honda R&D Americas.

Developing cost-effective technologies to capture and separate CO₂ from our waste gases, and liquefy it for subsequent transport and storage or reuse, could be key to the transition to low-emissions steelmaking. Combining this with a circular carbon energy input would further reduce CO₂ emissions.

Life cycle assessment (LCA) is an essential tool to evaluate the environmental performance of a material. By using LCA, the environmental impact of different materials can be compared.

Press hardenable steels (PHS) offer ultra high strength and the ability to be formed into complex shapes. This makes them ideal for hot stamping processes and enables OEMs to achieve excellent weight reductions across the vehicle.

Video: ArcelorMittal and TRUMPF collaborate to revolutionise automotive manufacturing with precise laser-cutting technology. This partnership combines ArcelorMittal’s expertise in advanced automotive steel with TRUMPF’s cutting-edge laser technology, enabling the precise shaping of laser-welded, hot-stamped MPI parts for modern vehicle design.

ArcelorMittal offers a full range of coatings to protect our steels for automotive applications. Many have been developed by ArcelorMittal’s Global R&D teams to meet the unique conditions found in automotive vehicles.

ArcelorMittal is transforming the auto industry from the inside out. ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company, is continually developing lightweight steel solutions that make vehicles lighter, safer and more sustainable.

ArcelorMittal is proud to spotlight its collaboration with Renault Group and its contribution to the innovative Renault Emblème project, a demo car designed to meet the challenges of low-carbon mobility. This collaboration is a testament to both companies' commitment to innovation and sustainability, demonstrating how the automotive and steel industries can unite to achieve ambitious decarbonisation goals.

The automotive landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by the electrification of vehicles and the emergence of new market players. As carmakers navigate the complexities of balancing internal combustion engine (ICE) and battery electric vehicle (BEV) production, ArcelorMittal’s Multi Part Integration^® (MPI) offers a transformative approach. This white paper discusses how MPI technology helps streamline automotive manufacturing, reduce the number of parts, and achieve significant CO2 savings—all while meeting stringent performance standards for safety and lightweighting.

Zagnelis^® coatings have been specially designed to add a stage in vehicle corrosion protection, while meeting vehicle manufacturers' specifications: drawing, welding properties etc. In particular, they offer corrosion resistance far superior to that provided by traditional zinc-based coatings. The presence of magnesium in the coating promotes the formation of compact corrosion products highly stable over time, thereby substantially reducing coating consumption dynamics and enhancing edge protection.

Zagnelis^® coatings also offer excellent drawability performance due to outstanding tribological properties for a zinc-based coating.

For the past four years, ArcelorMittal's XCarb^® initiative has been shaping the future of sustainable steel in the automotive industry. Through pioneering advancements and strategic collaborations, XCarb^® recycled and renewably produced steel has played a critical role in reducing the carbon footprint of vehicles while maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance.