Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has ordered a fourth hot-blast stove from Primetals Technologies for its blast furnace No. 5 at the Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) in India.
Aug 05, 2025
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has once again turned to Primetals Technologies to supply a fourth hot-blast stove, this time for blast furnace No. 5 at the Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) in India. The additional stove will allow RSP to carry out sequential repairs on existing stoves while maintaining production levels.
The new internal-combustion-chamber stove will be supplied as a turnkey project, with the technology company responsible for design, detailed engineering, equipment supply, construction, and full commissioning. The scope of supply includes the stove shell, refractories, electrical and automation equipment including field instruments, and an upgrade to the Level 1 automation system.
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The internal combustion technology will feature an enhanced dome shape and construction, designed to manage expansion and high temperatures more efficiently. In addition, the new unit features Primetals Technologies’ unique burner design, which ensures a more stable flame. Commissioning is planned for mid-2026. Once operational, the fourth stove will provide greater flexibility and stability for blast furnace operations at RSP.
