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SAIL’s Rourkela Steel Plant Commissions Advanced Ladle Furnace to Boost Slab Production & Productivity

LF#2D to Enhance Liquid Steel Handling Capacity at Steel Melting Shop-II
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Rourkela: The Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has successfully commissioned a state-of-the-art Ladle Furnace 2D (LF#2D) in its Steel Melting Shop-II, marking a significant stride in its modernization drive.

The ladle furnace, a vital secondary steel refining unit, will play a key role in enhancing the quality and efficiency of steel production. It was commissioned on Wednesday, and the plant declared its operational status on Thursday.

Advanced Facility, Zero-Incident Commissioning

In a statement, RSP emphasized that the LF#2D is equipped with-

A 30 MVA furnace transformer

  • Water-cooled ladle roof
  • Hydraulic roof-lifting system
  • Advanced electrode handling assemblies
  • Mechanised ferroalloy feeding system

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The commissioning process adhered strictly to safety protocols, achieving a zero-incident milestone, the plant added.

Supporting New Slab Caster Operations

The new ladle furnace is expected to significantly improve liquid steel supply to both existing and newly installed slab casters, improving overall production timelines and flexibility.

“This achievement underscores RSP’s commitment to technological modernisation, enhanced productivity, and a strong culture of safety,” the company said.

Leadership Applauds Team Effort

Alok Verma, Director In-Charge of RSP (also holding additional charge of Durgapur Steel Plant and IISCO Steel Plant), praised the successful commissioning, stating:

Steel is not just what we make – it is who we are. RSP is truly proud of everyone’s sincere and hardworking efforts.”

He congratulated the entire project team for their dedication and execution excellence.

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About SAIL
SAIL, or Steel Authority of India Ltd, is an Indian public sector steel manufacturing corporation headquartered in New Delhi. It’s one of India’s largest steel manufacturers and a “Maharatna” (a top-tier Public Sector Enterprise). SAIL manages several integrated and special steel plants across India, including those in Bhilai, Rourkela, Durgapur, Bokaro, and Burnpur. It is the largest government-owned steel producer in India, with an annual production capacity of 18.29 million metric tons.


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