Steelmaking
The steelmaking process, where molten iron becomes solid steel, involves several stages of thermal and chemical treatment requiring a variety of refractory linings that are compatible with many application conditions.
These linings must have excellent resistance to steel and basic slag corrosion, as well as high thermal shock and oxidation resistance.
Saint-Gobain services this market with innovative refractories solutions that present high performances and contribute to enhanced steel quality.
Solution By Equipment
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- Iron Ladle
- Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF)
- Electric Arc Furnace (EAF)
- Steel Ladle
- RH Degasser
- Flow Control
- Reheating Furnace
Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF)
The Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) is widely regarded as the heart of a steel shop. Its sophisticated, complex operation requires that refractory suppliers comprehensively understand all of its operational aspects.
Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories’ BOF specialists work with customers to deliver solutions that maximize BOFs’ operational potential while enhancing metallic efficiency and reducing refractory-specific consumption.
Basic Oxygen Furnace Products and Benefits
| Product | Characteristics | Application | Benefits |
| Brick | MgO-C | Lining | High mechanical resistance High thermal resistance High corrosion resistance |
| Tap Hole Sleeve | Isostatic pressed | Tap Hole | Erosion resistance |
| Multi Hole Plug | Monoblock type | Bottom blowing | High efficiency blowing High durability High spalling resistance |
| Gunning mixes | MgO (silicate bonded) MgO (phosphate bonded) |
Cold and hot repair | High performance High Adhesion Low rebound |
| Self-flowing hot repair mix | Carbon-bonded mix | Repair | Campaign Increase Low emission Good flowability |
FAQ
Can Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories develop custom refractory solutions for unique operating conditions?
Yes. Before proposing a refractory solution, a team of experienced engineers and specialists will work closely with the customer to ascertain their needs, operating conditions and requirements. Technical staff will visit customer plants if required, analyzing existing processes to precisely identify all requirements before presenting the customer with a suitable refractory solution.
Can Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories recommend potential process improvements for BOF operation?
Yes. Highly qualified technical staff are on hand to assist customers in identifying opportunities for operational improvements, such as slag treatment, repair standards, slag conditioning and more. These improvements have the potential to result in substantial optimization of equipment performance.
How do Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories’ solutions help improve BOF service life and performance?
Brick-based and monolithic refractory solutions are developed in-house or with a trusted international technology partner. Solutions are developed using the most advanced technology available, ensuring all necessary characteristics and properties for optimum BOF performance and service life.
