METAL - International Conference on Metallurgy and Materials

Conference Proceedings - METAL 2016

25th Anniversary International Conference on Metallurgy and Materials
May 25th - 27th 2016 / Hotel Voronez I, Brno, Czech Republic, EU
www.metalconference.eu
ISSN: 2694-9296
ISBN: 978-80-87294-67-3
Proceedings of the conference were published in Web of Science and Scopus.

25th Anniversary International Conference on Metallurgy and Materials METAL 2016 was held on May 25th - 27th 2016 traditionally in Brno. From 450 registered participants, 418 persons from 21 countries attended the conference (233 participants from the Czech Republic, 113 from Poland, 17 from Slovakia, 13 from Russian Federation, 9 from Romania, 9 from Turkey, 4 from Austria, as well as Germany, Algeria, France or Denmark). The participants presented 140 lectures and 249 posters. The conference was divided into six sessions and poster session due to the topics:

Number of papers:
Plenary session (2 papers); Commercial presentation (1 paper); Session A (15 papers, 21 posters); Session B (19 papers, 33 posters); Session C (24 papers, 46 posters); Session D (24 papers, 33 posters); Session E (36 papers, 51 posters); Session F (19 papers, 65 posters); Publication of paper (without attendance)1 paper 

Presentation of companies:
Thermo-Calc Software AB - sponsor (exhibitor)
Linde Gas a.s. (exhibitor)
Zwick Roell CZ s.r.o. (exhibitor)
COMTES FHT a.s.
Česká společnost pro nové materiály a technologie
MSV - Veletrhy Brno
Regionální materiálově technologické výzkumné centrum
ŽĎAS a.s.

On Thursday afternoon took place the accompanying program, which included the Cruise ship on the Brno dam, the visit of the Brno Planetarium, VIDA! Science centre or Villa Löw-Beer. The participants were greatly appreciated of this.

The first day was held in Voronez I Restaurant Social evening with wine tasting of South Moravia with accompanied by Swing quartet. Celebratory cake baked for the occasion of the anniversary was served. The following evening took place at Moravska chalupa Beer party with grilling meat.

In the poster session, almost 250 posters took part in a contest for the best poster. 3 prizes and five honorable mentions were announced based on the evaluation of chairmen of sessions. Winners were awarded the diplomas and practical gifts. 

Winners of Poster session:
1st price - CHAUVEAU Florent - ERAMET RESEARCH, Trappes, France, EU
2nd price - MRZYGŁÓD Barbara - AGH University of Science and Technology, Cracow, Poland, EU
3rd price - OPĚLA Petr - VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU

Honorable mentions:
DOJKA Malwina - Silesian University of Technology, Polsko, EU
VOJTĚCH Dalibor - Vysoká škoda chemicko-technologická v Praze, Česká republika, EU
KUSMIČ David - Univerzita obrany, Brno, Česká republika, EU
ZÝKA Jiří - UJP PRAHA, a.s., Česká republika, EU
PAPADATU Carmen Penelopi - "Dunarea de Jos" University of Galati, Rumunsko, EU

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PECINOVA Zuzana University of Pardubice, Faculty of Chemical technology, Pardubice, Czech Republic, EU, jan.vavra@upce.cz
Co-authors: BRANSKA Lenka VAVRA Jan
Abstract: Processors of materials supplied by business of the metallurgical industry often seek to stabilize supplier-customer relationships with those suppliers who are able to supply metallurgical materials in a constant technical quality. This creates scope for finding an appropriate replenishment system for buyers of metallurgical materials. [..] Read more
PLUNDER Karel VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, karel.plunder@vsb.cz, iveta.voznakova@vsb.cz
Co-authors: VOZŇÁKOVÁ Iveta VEVERKOVÁ Jarmila
Abstract: The entire world around us is filled with a certain numerical regularity; this can relate to the height of mountains, winning lottery numbers, numbers in tax declarations, the number of stars – this phenomenon is called Benford's Law. Benford's Law claims that the first significant (valid) place in naturally occurring numbers is more often occupied by low digits than high digits. [..] Read more
ROKICKI Tomasz Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Warsaw, Poland, tomasz_rokicki@sggw.pl
Abstract: The aim of this article is to present the situation of the steel industry in European Union countries, and to show the impact of economic conditions on this sector. The study covers the period from 2005 to 2014. [..] Read more
POLLÁKOVÁ Natália VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU
Co-authors: PLURA Jiří
Abstract: The new edition of ISO 9001 standard, which defines the requirements for quality management systems, emphasizes the necessity of the risk-based thinking. Organizations that have implemented a quality management system according to this standard, which include practically all metallurgical companies, will have incorporate risk management techniques to their processes. [..] Read more
SAŁEK Robert Czestochowa University of Technology, Poland, EU, robertsalek203@gmail.com, klimt@wip.pcz.pl
Co-authors: KLIMECKA-TATAR Dorota
Abstract: One of the most important branches of Polish and worldwide industry is metallurgical industry. The economic slowdown observed in the world in recent years had a negative impact on the metallurgical industry in Poland and throughout Europe. [..] Read more
SANIUK Anna University of Zielona Góra, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Zielona Góra, Poland, EU, a.saniuk@iizp.uz.zgora.pl
Co-authors: SANIUK Sebastian JASIULEWICZ-KACZMAREK Malgorzata
Abstract: Modern metallurgical enterprises operate in conditions of strong competition. They must quickly respond to market opportunities. [..] Read more
CHEBA Katarzyna West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Szczecin, Poland, EU
Co-authors: SANIUK Sebastian
Abstract: The dynamic changes noted on the world markets which have led to the globalization of economy have not eliminated the importance of local (regional) markets. Companies operating on these markets can improve their competitive advantage by building relationships that support collaboration. [..] Read more
SCHINDLEROVÁ Vladimíra VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, 17.listopadu 15/2172, 708 30 Ostrava-Poruba, Czech Republic, vladimira.schindlerova@vsb.cz, ivana.sajdlerova@vsb.cz, petr.mohyla@vsb.cz
Co-authors: ŠAJDLEROVÁ Ivana MOHYLA Petr
Abstract: In today's fiercely competitive market, companies have to try to find ways how to succeed and how to keep their position among successful businesses. More and more ways, methods, procedures and tools for improving the functioning of technological and organizational processes have been searched and tried. [..] Read more
SIKOROVÁ Andrea VŠB - Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, andrea.sikorova@vsb.cz, martin.lampa@vsb.cz, andrea.samolejova@vsb.cz
Co-authors: LAMPA Martin SAMOLEJOVÁ Andrea
Abstract: The article describes the current way of reporting of the annual maintenance costs in a metallurgical enterprise. It analyzes fixed, overhead and total company costs focusing on maintenance. [..] Read more
SMAJDOROVÁ Tereza VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, tsmajdorova@seznam.cztsmajdorova@seznam.cz, darja.noskievicova@vsb.cz
Co-authors: NOSKIEVIČOVÁ Daria
Abstract: This paper presents some possibilities of statistical process control that can be used when the basic requirements for the application of standard Shewhart control charts are not fulfilled. These basic assumptions that must be met include mainly a requirement on the normality of the data, the requirement for constant mean and variance, and last but not least the requirement for mutual independence of data. [..] Read more
STANIEWSKA Ewa Czestochowa University of Technology, Faculty of Production Engineering and Materials Technology, Department of Production Management and Logistics, Poland, EU, staniew@wip.pcz.pl
Abstract: The study based on conducted surveys presents selected issues concerning the organization of the distribution in the activities of the metallurgical companies. The research are: the distribution of logistics tasks, the number of customers who work with companies, transport used in the delivery, supplies used in distribution channels, customer relationships, a market research, planning, delivery and distribution costs, the occurrence of difficulties in ensuring the flexibility of supply and prospects to increase the flexibility of supply. [..] Read more
STAŠ David ŠKODA AUTO UNIVERSITY, Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic, EU, stas@is.savs.cz, lenort@is.savs.cz, wicher1@is.savs.cz, david.holman@savs.cz
Co-authors: BURCHART-KOROL Dorota LENORT Radim WICHER Pavel KOLOŠ Petr HOLMAN David
Abstract: The aim of the paper is to research a potential of Life Cycle Assessment utilization in the area of outbound transport of metallurgical products. The potential is identified by means of a case study from a metallurgical company producing hot rolled heavy steel plates. [..] Read more
SUŠKOVÁ Andrea VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, jana.buchtova@vsb.cz
Co-authors: BUCHTOVÁ Jana
Abstract: The contribution deals with the first of a series of prerequisites for successful implementation of the BSC concept. Setting strategic objectives and the quality thereof are the main criteria of the BSC itself and have a significant impact on its successful implementation. [..] Read more
ŠVEC Pavel VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU
Co-authors: FRISCHEROVÁ Lucie DAVID Jiří BARČÁK Tomáš
Abstract: The regression model for operational control support on steelworks based on analytical diagnostic is described in this work. The regression model is the base for knowledge planning system. [..] Read more
SZMAL Arkadiusz Silesian University of Technology, 41-800 Zabrze, ul.Roosevelta 26, Poland, EU, arkadiusz.szmal@polsl.pl
Abstract: The Steel industry companies operate in difficult and changing environment of significant competitive pressure. Trying to strengthen their market position, continuous search for competitive advantages must be carried out. [..] Read more
VAVRA Jan University of Pardubice, Faculty of Chemical technology, Pardubice, Czech Republic, EU
Co-authors: BEDNARIKOVA Marie MUNZAROVA Simona TETREVOVA Libena
Abstract: The CSR concept covers the following five areas: the economic area, the social area, the environmental area, the ethical area and the philanthropic area. The benefits of CSR activities from the point of view of the company and its relevant primary and secondary stakeholders represent an intensively discussed topic. [..] Read more
VILAMOVÁ Šárka VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, sarka.vilamova@vsb.cz
Co-authors: MIKLOŠÍK Andrej PIECHA Marian JANOVSKÁ Kamila ČECH Martin BESTA Petr ŠANDA Martin
Abstract: Implementing knowledge management opens avenues for company growth, along with gaining and retaining a sustainable competitive advantage. Metallurgical sector has some specifics that need to be identified and addressed when preparing and launching knowledge management implementation projects. [..] Read more
VLCKOVA Vladimira University of Pardubice, Pardubice, Czech Republic, EU, vladimira.vlckova@upce.cz, otakar.machac@upce.cz
Co-authors: MACHAC Otakar
Abstract: The paper is dedicated to the problems of optimization of the inventory of steel coils in a processing company supplying the B2C market. It aims to describe and analyse the possibilities and barriers of inventory optimization with respect to the linkages with coil suppliers within the supply chain in metallurgy. [..] Read more
VOZŇAKOVÁ Iveta VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, Iveta.voznakova@vsb.cz
Co-authors: NIKOLSKAJA Martina BUMBOVÁ Monika
Abstract: The paper deals with the analysis of the development of the metallurgical industry in the Moravian-Silesian Region and the prediction of its development in the coming years, including analysis and prediction of related problems such as unemployment, the environment, etc. The article proposes some options (scenarios) and the possible development of the metallurgical industry, including ways of achieving these objectives together with the tools and resources that could be used.. [..] Read more
VOZŇÁKOVÁ Iveta VŠB – Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Czech Republic, EU, iveta.voznakova@vsb.cz, anna.juricova@vsb.cz, ivan.dlugos@vsb.cz
Co-authors: JUŘICOVÁ Anna DLUGOŠ Ivan
Abstract: At industrial enterprise management, human aspect gets to the forefront as one the key factors of enterprise performance. A long-term problem of metallurgical entities currently operating in and coming into the labour market of the Czech Republic and Slovakia is a shortage of skilled workforce. [..] Read more
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