Nucor Steel Contracts CORE for EAF Revamp
08/01/2007 - Nucor Steel recently contracted Core Furnace Systems to convert an existing conventional-tapping EAF into a bottom-tapping EAF at its Jackson, Miss., facility.
Nucor Steel recently contracted Core Furnace Systems to convert an existing conventional-tapping EAF into a bottom-tapping EAF at its Jackson, Miss., facility.
The revamp project comprises a new lower shell, a “king-pin” type superstructure, tilting and retractable maintenance platforms, electrode columns, and roof-lift mechanism. CORE will also supply various other components related to conversion of the existing EAF to the bottom-tapping configuration.
The EAF upgrade will help to improve the efficiency and reliability of Nucor Jackson’s scrap melting process.
Installation will take place in 2008.
CORE is a leader in the North American market for the design and supply of meltshop equipment. CORE also designs and supplies reheating, heat treating, specialty and carbon processing furnaces as well as technical services and automation systems.
Core Furnace Systems Corp. provides a wide range of equipment and services for the metals industry.
