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Modeling opens new paths for research on refractory ceramics
Metal refining and steel manufacturing rely heavily on ceramic materials to contain the high-value products throughout the high-temperature processes while protecting workers and equipment. Steel ladles are among the most demanding uses for refractory materials. Layers of refractory ceramics must contain liquid steel at temperatures approaching 1,600°C without reacting and…
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Potential and practical use of computational fluid dynamics in refractory design
Refractories are the backbone of numerous high-temperature manufacturing processes. These materials serve as the barrier between molten materials and the walls of the containing vessel, which exposes them to a complex variety of wear mechanisms that affect their durability. Recent advancements in computer modeling and simulation techniques have helped shed…
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Green hydrogen: Global markets
The global market for green hydrogen was valued at $4.4 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 48.7% to reach $38.1 billion by 2029. Hydrogen does not produce carbon dioxide when burned, and so it is increasingly seen as an option…
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Sustainability meets intelligence—shaping the future of refractories at UNITECR 2025
In the age of the Fourth Industrial Revolution,1 the refractory industry continues to make great strides toward adopting sustainable practices. As most refractories are extracted from natural materials, developing environmentally friendly mining practices remains vital to the industry. Additionally, the high temperatures required during refractory manufacturing use significant energy from…
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Refractory recycling: A potential key to meeting sustainability goals
Makers of refractories, like other manufacturers around the world, are under pressure to manage their impact on the environment as the threats related to global warming become more evident. Shareholders, customers, local and national governments, and advocacy organizations are, in many cases, holding manufacturers accountable for meeting sustainability goals. Many…
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Niterra announces partnership with Japan’s largest class open innovation hub
Niterra Co., Ltd. announced that it will be serving as a partner company in Japan’s largest class open innovation hub, STATION Ai. The goal is for Niterra, a manufacturer of spark plugs and sensors, to continue creating new businesses through this collaboration. STATION Ai opened in Nagoya, Japan, in October 2024.
Thermal Technology expands with new facilities
Thermal Technology LLC is expanding its current facilities in Nevada to accommodate two subsidiaries: Thermal Material Processing Company and Machinist Group. Thermal Technologies provides high-quality thermal processing equipment solutions.
Höganäs-North American commits to reforestation in Germany
Höganäs teamed up with the State Forestry of Lower Saxony at the end of 2022 to plant trees in the Harz region, which is near Höganäs’ site in Goslar, Germany. Höganäs planted the first 2,000 trees in 2023 and an additional 2,000 in 2024.
JADCO Manufacturing receives ISO 9001 certification
JADCO Manufacturing, which is known for its alloy and abrasion-resistant steel products, achieved ISO 9001 certification. This certification demonstrates JADCO Manufacturing’s commitment to international standards for quality management systems. It is distributed by the Performance Review Institute.
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