Burghardt & Schmidt GmbH has received an order to design and install a state-of-the-art Stretch-Bend-Leveling (SBL) line for Eagle Metals, located in Leesport, Pennsylvania. The new line will be equipped to handle a broad range of specialty alloys, including bronze, copper, nickel, and stainless steel, produced at Eagle’s facility.
The system is engineered to correct shape irregularities from Eagle’s Cold Mill operations and will feature a Level 1 automation platform for seamless integration with the company’s existing production network. Real-time monitoring and analysis will be enabled through an iba data recording system. The installation will also include a high-precision shape meter roll from b+s automation, which allows for closed-loop flatness correction with minimal operator intervention.
In addition, the line incorporates a patented hands-free threading mechanism designed to enhance coil processing efficiency and eliminate the need for stitching or welding during production. Capable of handling material thinner than 0.001 inches, this will be the first SBL system of its kind to operate in North America.
Burghardt & Schmidt GmbH, based in Remchingen, Germany, is a leading global manufacturer of precision slitting, leveling, and processing lines for the metal industry. With decades of engineering expertise, the company is recognized for delivering advanced machinery solutions tailored to meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and automation.
Its technologies serve a wide spectrum of industries, enabling the processing of materials such as stainless steel, copper, aluminum, and other specialty alloys. Through continuous innovation and a strong focus on automation and digital integration, Burghardt & Schmidt has established itself as a trusted partner for precision metal strip processing worldwide.
Eagle Metals Inc, headquartered in Leesport, Pennsylvania, is a premier producer of precision-rolled nonferrous and stainless steel strip products. The company specializes in manufacturing high-quality bronze, copper, nickel, and stainless steel alloys for a variety of industrial applications.
Known for its technical expertise and commitment to innovation, Eagle Metals operates advanced rolling and finishing facilities that ensure superior material performance and consistency. By investing in state-of-the-art equipment and process automation, Eagle Metals continues to strengthen its position as a leading supplier to customers across North America and beyond.
