The Smelter is a new and groundbreaking ironmaking technology that has recently generated tremendous interest. Designed to process DRI made from low-grade iron ore, the Smelter can handle larger proportions of slag with much greater ease than an electric arc furnace. In this session of Pioneers Talk, Andreas Pfeiffer shares some of his insights into the Smelter, many of which originate from cutting-edge university research.
Andreas Pfeiffer
Andreas Pfeiffer joined Primetals Technologies in 2023 when he entered the final stages of his doctoral work. Having now earned his PhD from the University of Leoben, Austria, Andreas is determined to expand the scope of metallurgy with new and exciting solutions designed to make steel production more advanced. While his efforts on the Smelter mark his first major contribution, we can rest assured there will be more to come.
