Reheating Furnace

THE Reheating Furnace Advanced

Reheating Furnace Advanced

The Reheating Furnace Advanced Course is for metal manufacturing professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in furnace design, operational maintenance, process optimization, and energy efficiency in steel and metal manufacturing. The course covers advanced concepts in metal manufacturing, heat transfer mechanisms, fuel efficiency, and automation, focusing on improving performance and sustainability. Key areas include Continuous and Discontinuous Furnaces, Types of Reheating Furnaces, and Choice of Heating Methods, along with Furnace Design and Operational Maintenance.

Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of Type 1: Push Type and Type 2: Walking Beam/Walking Hearth furnaces, equipping them with the skills to optimize furnace performance, reduce energy consumption, enhance product quality, and implement advanced automation and control strategies. By applying these insights, professionals can contribute to a more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable metal manufacturing process.

PROGRAM

Our Reheating Furnace Advanced Course is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in reheating furnace operations, preparing you for a successful career in the steel and metal manufacturing industry. This course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring you gain the skills needed to optimize furnace performance and efficiency.

From heat transfer principles to furnace design, operation, and maintenance, you will understand how and why technical solutions, heating methods, automation strategies, and energy efficiency measures are selected to enhance product quality, reduce energy consumption, and maximize overall plant profitability.

Combustion control

Types of fuel used and thermal efficiency
Evaluation and discussion of the main types of burners used today
New combustion techniques: possible implications for our activities
Division of the furnace into heating areas
Furnace chamber and burner layout
Regulation of zone temperatures
Correction of combustion air and gas flow rate
Regulation of furnace pressure and chimney sizing
Regulation of combustion air pressure and temperature
Furnace efficiency
Shut down management

Educational Requirements

1. Basic Education (Mandatory) High School Diploma or Equivalent: A minimum qualification required for entry, particularly for courses related to engineering and manufacturing.

2. Technical Qualifications (Not Always Required)

Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering: Beneficial for courses that involve in-depth technical concepts.
Diploma or Degree in Manufacturing or Industrial Technology: Provides a strong foundation in manufacturing processes, materials science, and mechanics.

3. Mathematical Knowledge Basic knowledge of mathematics, particularly in areas like geometry and physics, is often required, as these are used in rolling mill calculations for material flow, temperature control, etc.

Work Experience Requirements

1. Manufacturing or Production Experience (Preferred)

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in metalworking, steel production, or related industries, is advantageous.
Entry-Level Candidates: For beginner-level courses, experience in roles such as machine operator, assistant, or general worker in a manufacturing plant is beneficial.

2. Understanding of Metallurgical Processes (Beneficial)

Prior experience or knowledge of the basic metallurgical processes (like casting, forging, and rolling) is an asset as it provides context for how rolling mills fit into the broader production process.

3. Technical Skills

Familiarity with operating machinery, reading technical drawings, or using tools and instruments related to manufacturing would be advantageous.
Experience in operating or maintaining machines (even outside of rolling mills) might be required in some courses.

4. Safety Knowledge

Exposure to industrial safety protocols in a manufacturing or metalworking environment is highly valuable.
Understanding of safety practices is crucial, as rolling mills and related equipment pose potential hazards.

Instructor: Dr. Moreno De Luca
Expert in Industrial Furnace Engineering & Combustion Systems

Dr. Moreno De Luca is a seasoned specialist in industrial furnace design, combustion systems, and energy-efficient heating solutions, with over 50 years of experience in the steel and metals industry. His career spans the design, development, and construction of reheating furnaces, aluminum melting furnaces, and advanced combustion technologies.

Dr. De Luca has spearheaded the development of innovative furnace solutions, emphasizing energy efficiency, emission reduction, and the integration of new technologies like Joule Effect heating and plasma energy systems. Throughout his career, he has designed and delivered over 300 industrial furnaces worldwide, collaborating with major industrial groups across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas.

Holding a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics from the University of Berkeley, Dr. De Luca is also highly regarded for his expertise in refractory lining, heat recovery, and digital control systems for combustion efficiency. His long-standing commitment to innovation and client collaboration has made him a trusted name in industrial heating and sustainability.

THE Reheating Furnace Advanced