Project Overview
Aluminum smelting furnace refractory system for a major aluminum producer. This project required specialized materials for molten aluminum environment.
Furnace Specifications
- Furnace Type: Holding Furnace
- Operating Temperature: 750°C
- Capacity: 50 tons
- Daily Cycles: 20+
Materials Used
Specialized high-alumina castables with excellent thermal shock resistance for rapid heating and cooling cycles.
Project Results
- Furnace life: 4+ years
- Thermal shock resistance: Excellent
- Downtime: Minimal
- Product quality: Maintained consistently