RHI Magnesita and Polytec Form Global Collaboration to Drive Automation and Innovation in Steelmaking

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RHI Magnesita has entered into a strategic collaboration with Polytec, an international leader in automation, robotics, and digital technologies, to jointly develop next-generation solutions for the steel and heavy industries. The partnership combines RHI Magnesita’s world-class refractory expertise with Polytec’s advanced automation capabilities to accelerate innovation, improve safety, and enhance sustainability in high-temperature operations.

The collaboration was launched with Polytec USA Corp., as the first regional entry point and official partner, representing and distributing Polytec’s automation and robotics technologies in North America. Polytec USA is part of the BM Group, a globally recognised company in automation, robotics, renewable energy, and plant engineering.

Building on shared values, technological excellence, and deep customer understanding, RHI Magnesita and Polytec are also working on jointly developed solutions. These integrated systems aim to raise performance standards and tackle the complex challenges of high-temperature industries—from enhancing safety and sustainability to improving efficiency and productivity.

By uniting refractory innovation with cutting-edge automation, robotics, and AI, the partners are setting a new benchmark for industrial digitalisation and smart manufacturing. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in RHI Magnesita’s mission to lead transformation through its 4PRO business model, creating lasting value for customers and shaping the future of industrial performance worldwide.

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