The course introduces rolling mill engineers to state of the art control theory and practices in hot and cold mills with emphasis on product quality and cost optimization. The focus of the course is on control design for thickness, width, profile, flatness and temperature. The potential of advances in multivariable control, predictive control and mill simulations will be discussed.

The lectures will be given by leading international experts in hot and cold mill control systems. As well as providing an in-depth understanding of the theory they will also explain the practical issues involved in implementing rolling mill control systems.

Every afternoon there is a practical session with interactive demonstrations on PCs, which will allow the delegates to explore the control principles behind the presented techniques. The wide range of subjects covered in the practical sessions will enable the delegates to focus on their own interests. Numbers on the course are restricted, to ensure that each delegate receives individual attention. Early registration is advisable.