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Thyssenkrupp Steel recently inaugurated its newest hot-dip galvanizing line in Dortmund, Germany. By using modern regenerative burners from WS Wärmeprozesstechnik GmbH in double-P radiant tubes, the plant typically saves between 15-30% fuel compared to conventionally heated furnaces. At the same time, particularly low NOx emission values are achieved thanks to the patented FLOX combustion process. Due to the excellent temperature uniformity of the radiant tubes used, the heating system is set up for a later switch to green fuels such as hydrogen.
As the COVID-19 pandemic was emerging, we had no idea what its global impact would be. It was very difficult to forecast, and we didn’t know how it would change our lives ... at least for a while.
When something so disruptive happens that hits daily life in unpredictable ways, adaptability becomes a key element, especially when it comes to business. We have seen many people adopting smart working, as face-to-face meetings and business trips have been replaced by frequent video calls.
Commercial and captive heat-treat facilities have significant capital investments in their equipment, particularly in fixtures and fabrications. Many shops have made investments in alloys that have improved life from two years to four years.
Over the past few decades, significant strides have been made to increase the life cycle of components that are to be used at high temperatures. Today, there are new alloys that can result in another doubling (or more) of the component life at far less the doubling of cost.
In today’s society – with prevalent discussions regarding environmental impact, global warming and with many companies even tracking their carbon footprint on their websites – efficiency is certainly a hot topic.
Efficient is an adjective defined as “achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.” Society as a whole typically strives to achieve and apply “efficiency” to all facets of life.