6% Opacity Study

Client: Gerdau Ameristeel
Location: Sand Springs, OK

Recommended modifications to maintain compliance with the EPA opacity mandate while continuing furnace operations.

  • Meltshop CFD Analysis: Evaluate building modifications and canopy hood exhaust rate to achieve emission targets
  • Furnace Process Optimization: Improve EAF energy efficiency and productivity, reduce emissions
  • Conceptual drawings and cost estimates for recommended modifications
Project History
Study Completed February, 2009