: Limestone acts as a flux, combining with impurities like silica to form slag , which floats on the molten iron and is removed. 2. Primary Steelmaking
Steelmaking is the fundamental process of refining iron and recycling scrap to produce an alloy of iron and carbon with tailored properties. This paper outlines the essential stages of modern steel production, from raw material preparation to final shaping. 1. Raw Materials and Ironmaking
Once the crude steel is produced, it undergoes to achieve precise chemical specifications.