At RHI Magnesita, we are committed to setting new standards in service excellence, ensuring that our customers consistently benefit from our continuous innovation, efficiency, and support. Our Refractory Services team, working closely with Sales and Technical Services, has consistently surpassed expectations, delivering significant performance breakthroughs across various sites.
In a notable achievement, our team extended the lifespan of an Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) to an impressive 966 heats, well beyond the initially planned shutdown at 750 heats. This record-breaking performance, with minimal repairs and a 90% arching mode operation, exemplifies our expertise in maximizing the life of critical components. Additionally, the EAF Roof Delta saw a combined operational life of 885 heats, further showcasing our capability to enhance equipment durability.
Another remarkable success was achieved with a converter vessel, which reached an unprecedented 10,891 heats, setting a new benchmark for operational life. Building on this success, the team is now targeting a lifespan of 10,000 heats for another vessel, based on detailed analysis and the current condition of the equipment.
Our commitment to innovation was also demonstrated through the successful commissioning of advanced machinery and the completion of specialized technical procedures, including the first ISOJET C type Taphole change, further enhancing efficiency and reliability at our operations.
In another achievement, our team set a new operational record in a DRI furnace, reaching 721 heats, surpassing the previous record of 706 heats. This accomplishment reflects our continuous efforts to push the boundaries of performance and operational excellence.
Moreover, we successfully completed a 600 TPD kiln arch lining project, reinforcing our capability to execute complex and demanding tasks with precision and high standards.
These achievements highlight our relentless focus on improving performance and delivering unmatched value to our customers.