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Operators often see cracks and damage in ladle shrouds, long nozzles, and refractory parts. This happens because of a few main reasons: Key Takeaways The quality of materials is important. Good raw materials and careful making of parts help stop cracks. Having the right amount of porosity...

Operators often see cracks and damage in ladle shrouds, long nozzles, and refractory parts. This happens because of a few main reasons: Fast temperature changes can cause thermal shock and peeling. Mechanical stress comes from handling, hitting, or working forces. Hot slag and molten steel...

1. Introduction In modern continuous casting steelmaking, the tundish is not merely an intermediate vessel between the ladle and the mold; it is a metallurgical reactor that plays a crucial role in steel cleanliness, temperature control, and flow optimization. To achieve these objectives, a...

1. Introduction In modern steelmaking, achieving consistent casting quality, reduced reoxidation, minimized molten steel splashing, and stable flow control are priorities for both cost efficiency and product quality. The ladle shroud plays a critical role in achieving these objectives. As a...

1. Introduction In modern continuous casting operations, precise control of molten steel flow is essential to ensure stable casting, high steel cleanliness, and consistent product quality. One of the most important refractory components responsible for this control is the metering nozzle...