Use of Metallurgical Residues as potential Raw materials for High Performance Refractory Castables

The steelmaking industry generates several by-products during the different stages of steel production. As a by-product, vanadium slag account for more than 60% of the world’s overall production. However, it is tough to find vanadium in its pure state as it occurs in combination with various minerals. Using secondary resources for refractory castables solves the issue of natural raw materials, reduces costs related to their extraction and processing, and is friendly to the environment.