Burden Softening and Melting Properties
We offer a test to evaluate the high temperature reduction, softening and melting properties of blast furnace burden materials.
The Advanced Softening and Melting Test (ASAM) has been developed to simulate the conditions which are relevant to many modern blast furnaces when injecting moderate to high levels of hydrocarbons at the tuyeres. Previous work has shown that there is a direct link between the presence of unmelted ‘residual’ material and problems with furnace permeability and instability.
Customer benefits
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Improved furnace productivity.
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Reduced fuel rates.
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Assurance that the burden is made up of compatible components.
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Improvements in metal quality.
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Increased furnace stability and furnace campaign life.
