Per: Bruno César Calazans de andrade (Ternium), Leandro Silvino Crivellari (), Gilvan Nascimento de Souza (), Carlos Renato Soares Machado (), Tayna Cristina Germano Da Silva (), Paulo Henrique Domingues da Silva Dias (), Daniel de Souza Fernandes (), Cleber Guimarães Pires (), Giovanni Ferreira Coimbra (), Bruno Wartchow Laides (), Rubens Alves Freire ()
Abstract:
This article presents a study on achieving a record-breaking specific consumption of repair mix in the Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF) while analyzing its correlation with various process variables, including slag properties, slag splashing, liquid charge percentage, and temperature. The aim of the study is to assess the impact of these variables on the consumption of repair mass and identify key factors contributing to the record achievement. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical data from multiple campaigns, the study reveals a significant correlation between process variables and specific consumption of repair mass in the BOF. The findings indicate that variables such as slag properties, slag splashing, liquid charge percentage, and temperature play crucial roles in influencing the consumption of repair mass. The study provides valuable insights for steelmaking operations, emphasizing the significance of considering and optimizing process variables to achieve record-breaking levels of specific consumption of repair mass in the BOF. Further research and development in these areas can lead to enhanced BOF performance, extended refractory lining lifespan, and improved overall steelmaking processes