Blast Furnace Technology: Revamp & Modernization Solutions

Reducing OPEX Through Blast Furnace Revamps and Modernization Technologies

The blast furnace will continue to be a key ironmaking production route for many years. Blast furnace technology from Primetals Technologies is focused on providing innovative solutions to modernize and optimize operations. Revamps and modernization by Primetals Technologies aim to minimize operational expenditures (OPEX), reduce CO₂ emissions, and maximize the return on the ironmaking investment.

The blast furnace remains the most common and highly efficient ironmaking process, even as decarbonized iron and steel production gains importance. To align environmental and economic goals, Primetals Technologies offers a variety of modernization technologies designed to enhance iron production.

Optimizing Blast Furnace Investments

Primetals Technologies prides itself on an extensive track record of successfully implementing new and rebuilt blast furnaces, showcasing its ability to tailor solutions to meet specific needs. The company's construction expertise ensures the timely implementation of the blast furnace technology, aligning with project timelines. Primetals Technologies provides comprehensive studies, ranging from high-level to detailed, equipping clients with the crucial information necessary for making informed investment decisions.

Recent Innovative Solutions from the Company Include

Modifications to hot blast stoves to reduce enrichment gas requirements and costs
New hydrogen-bearing gas injection system to lower blast furnace fuel expenses
Study of potential solutions for incremental decarbonization, balancing CO₂ reduction with OPEX
New gas cleaning plant, reducing emissions and enhancing TRT power generation capability
Addition of a fourth stove to enable more efficient operations
Study to assess and optimize upgrades for a blast furnace reline, evaluating costs and benefits
Analysis of the furnace cooling system to maximize the duration of the next campaign

Digitalization

Automation & Digital Solutions

Automation

VAiron Blast Furnace (BF) Optimizer

Boost Blast Furnace productivity and enhance raw material flexibility. Reduce costs and elevate quality with advanced AI-driven optimization technology.

Blast Furnace Controller

Boost blast furnace safety, efficiency, and raw material use with our advanced control system built for reliable, shift-independent steel production.

Monitor

Bag Break Monitor

Enhance plant efficiency with the Bag Break Monitor. Detect filter bag damage early, reduce emissions, and optimize maintenance processes for increased reliability and regulatory compliance.

Bag Cleaning Monitor

Enhance bag filter performance with 24/7 acoustic monitoring. Reduce downtime, save resources, and optimize maintenance in steel plants.

Fume Monitor

Optimize dedusting efficiency with the Fume Monitor. Achieve real-time emissions control, reduce energy costs, and ensure environmental compliance in furnace operations.

LOMAS: Gas Analyzing System

Achieve precise gas analysis in hot, dust-laden environments with LOMAS, offering enhanced process control, safety, and efficiency for steel production.

Digitalization

The Virtual Plant

Train operators and test automation systems with a digital twin. Enhance skills, ensure system reliability, and enable fast start-ups in steel production.

Production Management Ironmaking

Optimize ironmaking efficiency with integrated production management solutions. Improve planning, reduce costs, and enhance coordination of ironmaking processes.

ALEX: Asset Life Expert

Monitor condition, detect failures early, and optimize maintenance with Asset Life Expert (ALEX) for steel plants.

MAT: Maintenance Asset Technology

Leverage advanced Maintenance Asset Technology (MAT) to optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency.

Energy Management System

The energy management system enhances operational efficiency through predictive algorithms to optimize energy use at ironmaking plants, steel plants and rolling mills.

Central Operation Cockpit

Streamline steel plant operations with real-time monitoring, automated alerts, and advanced tools for safety, efficiency, and consistent quality.

Metals Business Intelligence

Empower steel production with Metals Business Intelligence, offering data-driven insights, customizable dashboards, and streamlined decision-making tools.

Electrification

Medium-Voltage Power Supply

Medium-Voltage Power Supply, Substations, and Transformers

Medium-Voltage Drives and Motors

The customizable dimensions of medium-voltage drives and motors enhance flexibility and adaptability. Additionally, their design minimizes distortion of the supply grid. Combined with a robust and durable construction, these features make them ideal for the various demands of steel plants.

Digital Power Substation

Optimize energy use and reliability with the Digital Power Substation. Leverage real-time analytics, predictive maintenance, and scalable architecture for steel and aluminum plants.

Digitalization