Algoma Steel Announced First Production at New Electric Arc Furnace

SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Leading Canadian steelmaker Algoma Steel Group Inc. announced that it has achieved the milestone of first production at its new electric arc furnace (EAF). The company press release said that the first steel production was achieved at Unit One of its new, state-of-the-art EAF project. The milestone was achieved following more than ten days of successful electric arc testing and tuning.

The facility's first arc and steel production represents a significant turning point in the business's continuous transformation. It puts the business in a better position to satisfy the changing needs of its clients. It is anticipated that the plant's green steel production will result in a 70% decrease in carbon emissions.

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Algoma President and CEO Michael Garcia commented on the event, saying the business is pleased to have reached the significant milestone. Since the groundbreaking in November 2021, years of meticulous preparation, methodical execution, and exceptional work have culminated in this milestone. He continued by saying that the company's resolve is evident in its decision to launch the first EAF online during a time of trade uncertainty.

With the same performance but a significantly reduced emissions rate, the steel made using the EAF will be marketed under the Volta trademark.