Ironmaking remains one of the world's most essential and demanding processes. During the continuous process of iron making, iron ore passes through different areas of the furnace from top to bottom. Depending on the demands of the different chemical and physical reactions, the refractories are exposed to extreme conditions.
From medium to high temperatures in combination with abrasion, Alkali/Zinc vapor attack and/or hydrogen (H2) or Syngas environments to slag/molten iron corrosion, the refractories used need to be designed to perform under these conditions.
Additional challenges arise when other topics as long lifetimes to reduce cost (fewer number of repairs, reduction of heat losses and coke consumption) or reduction of CO2 emission come into picture.
To meet these requirements, advanced refractory solutions must be purpose-designed, expertly selected, and their performance continuously monitored to enable ongoing innovation and deliver state-of-the-art technologies to the market. At Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories, we develop high-performance refractory solutions that support the ironmaking industry in overcoming modern challenges, enhancing furnace longevity, reducing operational costs, and advancing sustainability objectives.
