February 7, 2015. Magnitogorsk-based MMK METIZ added new types of PSC strands to its range of products: the plant mastered the production of these last year, the company reports. A sample batch of 12.5mm PSC strands (1,860 N/mm2 or 190 kgf/mm2) was manufactured in accordance with the EN 10138-3 standard. Additionally, the plant also made samples of 15.2mm strands in accordance with GOST 53772-2010 from corrugated wire (min rupture strength 1,860 N/mm2). Besides, a sample batch of 43mm and 46.5mm strands was made for Magnitogorsk Iron & Steel Works furnace department in accordance with the