Tenova and Danieli’s jointly developed innovative technology enables Nucor Steel Louisiana to reach record production of high-quality DRI, confirming ENERGIRON’s role as key driver of sustainability in steel sector
Tenova is proud to announce that its US client Nucor Steel Louisiana reached world record production last August 2024 with 330.3 tons/hour of cold direct reduced iron (CDRI), thanks to its pioneering ENERGIRON technology.
The innovative DRI plant yielded an outstanding 7,928 tons/day, with a high-quality DRI output with 95% metallization and carbon content of 3.3%. The plant has set a new standard of excellence, by reaching unprecedented production levels while, crucially, maintaining exceptional operational reliability. It showcases Nucor’s commitment to innovation, efficiency and sustainability, as well as its fruitful collaboration with Tenova.
Vice President and General Manager, Nucor Steel Louisiana
"The most important factor that helped Nucor Steel Louisiana reach a world record production rate is our team and our culture. Each member of our team has played a crucial role in this achievement. It is their commitment and passion that has made achieving this record possible. When you can be inclusive and harness the collective efforts of individuals, there are no challenges that we cannot overcome. Here’s to our team and this remarkable achievement and to many more milestones ahead!”
Tenova HYL President & CEO
"We are thrilled to recognize this remarkable achievement in our ENERGIRON Direct Reduction Plant. This record is a testament to the continuous pursuit of operational excellence and our innovation in cutting-edge technology that enhances our Direct Reduction Plants' production capabilities while reducing the environmental footprint."
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