The aim of the New 2nd Blast Furnace Project is to increase production efficiency and capacity and to renew the existing blast furnace, which has completed its life. The new furnace, which has 3 internal combustion stoves, 24 tuyeres and 2 casting holes, has a volume of 1,850 m3 (5,000 tons/day). It has a conveyor charging system and a plated, closed-loop cooling system. All parameters of the new furnace, which has the latest technology with all its systems and support equipment, can be effectively monitored. Besides expanding the capacity of the 2nd Blast Furnace from 1.625 million tons to 1.775 million tons, the implementation of new technology control systems has also enhanced occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental performance—both of which are top priorities for Erdemir. Erdemir Engineering contributed to the feasibility, planning, design, purchasing and project execution processes within the scope of the project. Testing and commissioning works were completed on October 11, 2023.
