The MIDREX^® Process

Direct reduced iron (DRI) is a high-quality metallic product derived from iron ore using a reduction process, primarily involving the use of natural gas. It finds application in the production of various steel items due to its favorable physical and chemical attributes, making it suitable for utilization in the electric arc furnace (EAF), blast furnace (BF), and basic oxygen furnace (BOF).

One of the most significant advantages of DRI is its reduced carbon footprint. Unlike conventional methods such as the blast furnace route, DRI production typically involves natural gas or hydrogen as reducing agents, resulting in lower CO₂ emissions.

The MIDREX Process, developed and owned by Midrex Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Kobe Steel, is a leading technology for DRI production. With MIDREX Plants around the world contributing to approximately 80% of the world's low CO₂ DRI output annually, it holds a prominent position in the industry. What distinguishes the MIDREX Plant is its remarkable flexibility, capable of facilitating the shift from carbon to hydrogen economies. Midrex offers innovative technology that serves as a bridge during this transition, enabling the gradual adoption of 100% hydrogen direct reduction from natural gas. When coupled with an electric melter, this results in a substantial decrease in carbon emissions, ranging from 50% to 90% compared to conventional steelmaking methods, depending on the chosen pathway.

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