Energy-optimised heat treatment

Energy efficiency starts with plant engineering. Burner technology is a key factor. However, even optimum firing system efficiency will only result in energy efficiency if the process and production are carefully harmonized with the plant and plant capacity. Conversely, this means that a plant must be purchased specifically for the process and type of production required. This article presents process optimization possibilities in steel and aluminium heat treatment and also focuses on capacity utilization, the heating-up curve and dynamic structural transformation processes.