The Making, Shaping and Treating of Steel (Steel Making and Refining) (Book and CD-ROM)

The Making, Shaping and Treating of Steel, 11th edition, Volume 1 -- Steelmaking and Refining emphasizes the important developments that have contributed to recent improvements in steelmaking quality and productivity. The history and development of the various technologies are fully discussed. The technical detail is written at a level that will benefit the expert, but in such a way that someone new to the business can understand the concepts and issues without being overwhelmed. Chapters on EAF steelmaking and ladle and secondary refining have been greatly expanded from the 10th edition. The chapters on BOF and AOD steelmaking were also updated to reflect current understanding. The text is fully illustrated with drawings and diagrams. This book is a must-have for any materials science student interested in the steel industry. It is also an excellent reference for professionals. This volume, focusing entirely on steelmaking and refining processes, emphasizes the important developments that contributed to the improvements in increased quality and productivity realized by the steel industry in the last ten years. In particular, the chapters on EAF steelmaking and ladle and secondary refining have been greatly expanded. The chapters on BOF and AOD steelmaking have been updated and expanded, and the chapter on fundamentals has been updated to reflect current understanding. [1] Ironmaking volume / David H. Wakelin, editor [2] Steelmaking and refining volume / Richard J. Fruehan, editor