Take Control of Continuous Casting – Try the Simulatior Free This October
Turning liquid steel into a solid product is one of the most critical stages of steelmaking.
During continuous casting, operators must carefully control the process to achieve the required surface quality, internal quality and cleanliness while maintaining an efficient operation.
Throughout October, steeluniversity is offering free access to MAN0107900 – Continuous Casting Simulation, an interactive learning experience that puts you in charge of continuous casting operations.
Free throughout October 2026
Estimated learning time: 5 hours | Format: Interactive simulation | Your objective: Successfully sequence cast three ladles while balancing quality and cost
Why continuous casting matters
Continuous casting transforms liquid steel into solid semi-finished products that can move on to later stages of production.
Achieving a successful cast requires careful control of operating conditions. Decisions made during the process can affect surface defects, internal quality, inclusion content and ultimately the performance and cost of the operation.
Understanding these relationships is essential for anyone who wants to see how steelmaking decisions translate into real production outcomes.
Take control of the casting process
Rather than simply learning the theory, the Continuous Casting Simulation places you in the role of a plant metallurgist responsible for the operation.
Your challenge is to successfully sequence cast three ladles while meeting specified quality requirements and keeping the overall cost of the operation as low as possible.
- Manage a realistic continuous casting operation
- Work towards defined surface and internal quality targets
- Control inclusion content throughout the casting process
- See how your operational decisions affect the final result
- Balance product quality with the cost of the operation
Learn by doing
Simulations allow you to explore the consequences of your decisions in a safe learning environment.
You can apply your understanding of the casting process, make operational choices and see how those choices influence quality and cost. The objective is not simply to complete the process, but to find an effective balance between competing production requirements.
Who is this simulation for?
The simulation is suitable for students, educators, early-career professionals and steel industry employees who want to develop a more practical understanding of continuous casting.
It can also be a useful refresher for experienced professionals looking to revisit the relationship between process decisions, product quality and operational performance.
Put your steelmaking knowledge to the test
Continuous casting involves a series of interconnected decisions, and small changes can have consequences for both quality and cost.
This October, take the opportunity to step into the role of the plant metallurgist, run the process yourself and see how well you can balance the demands of a successful cast.
Free access ends on 31 October 2026.