Tenova - Model AC -Submerged Arc Furnace (SAF)

This increases Tenova `s leading edge technology and depth of experience by fulfilling our passion for continuous improvement and providing the best available practice to customers.

The raw materials, operating philosophy and smelter layout of these projects are unique for each customer. Therefore, each project provides the opportunity for the Tenova design, project and process engineers to interact with the customer to design a smelter which combines the best available practice with the customer`s particular raw materials, operating philosophy and site layout.

Furnace Technology

Tenova` specialisation in Furnace design and technology and a comprehensive list of current and past furnace projects ensure continuous operation and technical feedback.

This further increases Tenova` leading edge technology and depth of experience in fulfilling our passion for continuous improvement and providing the best available practices to customers.

The raw materials, operating philosophy and smelter layout of these projects are unique for each customer, providing the opportunity for Tenova design, project and process engineers to interact with the customer to design a smelter which combines the best available practice, with the customer`s particular unique needs around raw materials, operating philosophy and site layout.

The most important aspects of designing a furnace are understanding the effect of the client`s specific raw material on the furnace design and determining the correct furnace critical dimensions, such as diameter and depth of the furnace crucible, electrode diameter, electrode spacing, length, width, feed chute arrangement, alternating or direct current, transformer characteristics and bustube arrangement. Tenova has mastered these fundamental design aspects, which are custom designed for each project. This cutting-edge knowledge is clearly demonstrated in the way all our furnace designs regularly exceed contracted performance guarantees.

Control of the furnace process, safety and equipment protection is achieved using advanced automation, as developed by Tenova with input and collaboration from the customer. The combination of Tenova` innovative culture and an in-depth understanding of the smelting business has ensured many innovations, ranging from detailed design improvements that improve efficiency and reliability, through to ground-breaking changes that effect the direction of the industry.

Tenova Pyromet offers a comprehensive list of services to its clients, including:

• Full LSTK execution
• Design, supply and supervision package
• Site supervision services, including commissioning assistance and operator training
• Plant productivity analysis
• Studies
• Engineering Modelling and Investigations, including FEA and CFD Modelling