1. Process data did not show any anomalies or long term deterioration of the stove until it was too late. High temperature visual inspections seem to be the only means to validate the condition of the stoves. 2. A cross functional team approach between the ArcelorMittal Dofasco, the refractory supplier and contractors proved to be an excellent team effort. 3. The monolithic construction enabled us to build a Stove without the many special brick shapes traditionally used for a Stove. The monolithic partition wall has proven to be much more gas tight compared to the traditional brick wall. 4. When a catastrophic stove failure took place innovative techniques and solutions effectively overcame traditional brick delivery issues.
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