Slag is a metallurgical by-product, also known as blast furnace slag. When iron is made in a blast furnace, iron ore, coke and other additives melt at high temperatures to produce ferro-liquid and slag. The slag is an insoluble component of the charge, which is separated from the liquid iron, discharged from the furnace mouth, and cooled rapidly to form water slag.
The main components of water slag include silicates, aluminates and calcium and magnesium oxides. It is usually in granular or powder form and has the following uses:
Construction materials: water slag can be used as a mixing material in cement production to enhance the performance of cement and improve the strength and durability of concrete.
Road base material: water slag can be used as road base material in road construction, providing good stability and bearing capacity.
Soil conditioner: water slag has a certain alkalinity, which can be used to improve acidic soil and enhance soil fertility.
Environmental use: water residue can be used as pollutant adsorption material for water treatment and exhaust gas purification.
The effective use of water slag can reduce the impact of waste on the environment, while providing valuable raw materials for various industries.