MetalsCortex
Charge optimization software for steel foundries
Charge calculation is one of the highest-leverage decisions in a foundry, and one of the hardest to get right by hand. MetalsCortex optimizes the charge across all 18 elements and 46 alloy standards simultaneously, finding the lowest-cost mix that still meets specification.
It runs entirely in the browser with no installation, so foundries can cut raw-material cost per melt without new hardware or complex IT projects.
What you can do
- Reducing raw-material cost on every melt
- Meeting alloy specifications reliably and repeatably
- Replacing manual, spreadsheet-based charge calculation
- Standardizing charge decisions across shifts and operators
Inside MetalsCortex
Simultaneous optimization
Linear programming across all 18 elements and 46 alloy standards at once, not one constraint at a time.
Cost per melt
Find the lowest-cost charge that still meets the target specification for every heat.
Browser-based
Runs in any modern browser with no install, setup, or dedicated hardware.
Specification-safe
Optimizes for cost while keeping every element within the required standard.
Frequently asked questions
How does MetalsCortex reduce cost?+
It optimizes the charge mix across all elements and alloy standards simultaneously to find the lowest-cost combination that meets specification.
Do we need to install anything?+
No. MetalsCortex is browser-based and runs with no installation or dedicated hardware.
How do we try it?+
Visit the MetalsCortex site to explore it, or contact our team to discuss your foundry.
Bring MetalsCortex into your operation
Talk to our team about a pilot scoped around one of your real workflows.