Master Electric Arc Furnace steelmaking—from scrap prep to slag control—in this interactive, multi-module training series.
Slag, Tapping and Additions
Full Code
MAN0105220
Module Type
E-learning
Description
Short description:
EAF Steelmaking: Explore deslagging, tapping, and alloy addition operations through interactive simulations in this self-paced module.
Long description:
This module provides an in-depth examination of three critical operations in Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steelmaking: deslagging, tapping, and alloy additions. Learners will analyze the metallurgical significance and operational techniques of slag formation and foaming, explore tapping configurations, and evaluate the impact of additive elements on steel composition. The module incorporates scientific principles such as slag viscosity and reduction reactions, focusing on optimizing furnace efficiency and quality output. Through interactive simulations, calculations, and system schematics, participants engage with real-world practices related to EAF slag control, thermal management, and alloy precision. The knowledge gained supports downstream secondary steelmaking operations and fosters a refined understanding of process variables influencing final product quality.
What you will learn
- Evaluate deslagging procedures and identify their timing and purpose during the EAF process.
- Distinguish among tapping configurations in EAFs and assess their impact on steel transfer.
- Analyze the role and behavior of slag foaming in thermal efficiency and arc protection.
- Interpret slag chemistry and foamability in relation to slag composition and viscosity.
- Assess the timing and method of alloy additions to refine steel composition during and post-tapping.
- Explain slag reduction reactions involving reducing agents and identify recovery methods for valuable alloying elements.
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