Consequent to blast furnace reaching threshold utilization towards end of September and stabilised operations in this week, JSW Vijayanagar Metallics (JVML), a wholly owned subsidiary of JSW Steel has successfully commissioned its Blast Furnace with a capacity of 4.5 MTPA at Vijayanagar in the State of Karnataka. This is a significant milestone in the commissioning of the Integrated JVML 5 MTPA facility. The commissioning, carried out by JVML further strengthens JSW Steel’s position as one of the world’s leading steel manufacturers.
The new blast furnace, one of the largest in India, marks a major step forward in JSW Steel's strategic expansion at Vijayanagar. The increased capacity will also help reduce India’s reliance on steel imports, strengthening the domestic industry and contributing to economic growth. The expansion supports the Indian government’s initiatives such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, which aim to foster self-reliance in critical industries.
Built using cutting-edge technology, the furnace features advanced equipment, including stoves, blowers, top charging systems, resulting in optimum specific fuel consumption and critical refractories for enhanced campaign life. This furnace is equipped with most modern equipments such as Online 3D Burden profilometer and Top Cameras. It also has integrated advanced process assistances system including process models, and programming tools for efficient operations making this blast furnace as one of the most efficient and mightiest super large Blast Furnace. This state-of-the-art facility incorporates advanced technology and energy-efficient features, supporting JSW’s goal of sustainable growth and enhanced production efficiency.
JSW Steel is one of the largest steel manufacturing companies in India having units in Karnataka and Maharashtra producing crude steel, long steel and flat steel products.
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