Metinvest stops the use of of gas

The Mariupol metal works of Metinvest has started its blast furnaces for the first time without gas. Thus, the entity initiates possible getting rid of gas use in its blast furnace operations. The most powerful blast furnace #5 was fired up within 6 days for the stabilization of its work after capital repairs. In May, the specialists prepared tforthe experiment, having evaluated possible risks in connection with the rejection of gas, made a number of changes in the operation modes and upgraded equipment. Under the new technology, gas is substituted with coal dust fuel