South Korean pipe producer Hanjin Steel Pipe has announced that it plans to begin producing three-inch steel pipes on February 10 at its Chonan No. 2 Plant for use in plumbing works. The new plant of the company will also be able to produce small-size thick-wall steel pipes for use in mechanical structures.
After the startup of the new steel pipe production facilities, Hanjin Steel Pipe will gradually relocate the main facilities of its existing plant to the new plant. During the facility relocation period, it will streamline five tubing mill units, upgrading its monthly steel pipe production capacity from 6,500 metric tons to 9,000 metric tons.
Hanjin Steel Pipe, which has so far mainly produced steel pipes for use in mechanical steel structures, is targeting diversification of its production lines with its new steel pipes for plumbing works. It is also preparing to apply for Korean Industrial Standards (KS) certification for its new steel pipes.