Another important aspect of blast furnace operations is the erosion of refractory linings, which can limit the lifespan of the furnace and affect its efficiency. Research has analyzed the ...

A blast furnace combines iron ore and metallurgical coal at high temperatures to produce molten iron — the raw feedstock for steel. Over time, the brick lining inside the furnace and the water ...

Former Aberdeen players recall being on the receiving end of the full force of Sir Alex Ferguson's anger in the dressing room, something they nicknamed "the blast furnace". Watch the documentary ...