CO2 reduction in the steel industry
Online configurator demonstrates CO2 footprint reduction
For the GIFA trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany, we were asked to create an online configurator that can also be used offline. The objective was to engage with visitors and discuss the reduction of the CO2 footprint, one of the major challenges in the steel industry for the coming decades.
Customers were prompted to first select the materials currently used for lining their ladles. Using the configurator and with the assistance of a Calderys representative, the customers could make changes to the selected materials and analyze the achievable CO2 reduction.
This is how the CO2 reduction configurator looks
Our French client, Calderys, based in Paris, was looking for a special ‘Ladle’ configurator to be used during exhibitions.
“We had an amazing experience working with the Artishock team. We were astonished by what they accomplished within the short timeframe we had before the GIFA 2023 exhibition began. With complete dedication and teamwork, they made it happen!”
Laurence Canton – Marketing Director for Steel Industry, Calderys France
“The configurator worked extremely well and generated significant engagement both internally and externally. It was fantastic to witness how it facilitated discussions about CO2 footprint reductions with our visitors during the GIFA 2023. We will definitely use it again.”
Craig Willoughby – Technical Marketing for Iron and Steel, Calderys United Kingdom
Calderys is indeed tailored to meet the needs of iron and steel production processes.
Based in Paris, our French client Calderys is renowned for delivering high-quality refractory solutions to a wide range of industries worldwide. Their offerings span various sectors, including iron and steel, cement, aluminum, foundries, power generation, and petrochemical industries.
Calderys provides a range of materials specifically designed to cater to the requirements of iron and steel production processes. These refractory solutions are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh conditions in blast furnaces, ladles, converters, and other critical iron production equipment. Ensuring the durability and performance of refractory materials, Calderys strives to enhance the efficiency, safety, and productivity of iron production activities for their industry clients.
What is a ‘ladle’?
A ‘ladle’ is a large, bowl-shaped crucible with a handle, usually made of metal or refractory material. It is commonly used in various industries, including iron and steel production, foundries, and metallurgy.
The primary purpose of a ladle is to transport and pour molten metal or other high-temperature substances from one location to another within a production process.
Some influences of materials used on CO2 emissions
- The production of the ladle itself can generate less CO2
- The ladle’s lifespan can increase
- Heat retention can be improved
- Recycling possibilities can be enhanced
- CO2 related to the transport of the ladle can be reduced