Kanthal's solutions offer advanced electric heating systems designed to electrify heat treatment furnaces.
The environmental benefits of Kanthal's solutions lie in their ability to replace natural gas-powered heat treatment furnaces, which are major CO₂e contributors in the steelmaking and metalworking industries. By converting to electric heating, industries can achieve substantial CO₂e savings during heating processes.
Electrifying gas-driven furnaces in the steel industry has the potential to save 2,010,000 tonnes of CO₂e annually. The market potential for Kanthal's solutions is significant, with the 2023 European production of long steel products acting as the scaling factor for the savings per tonne produced material.
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Based on delta emissions from heat treatment processes in steel production when switching from gas to electric furnaces. Assumes a 42.5% renewable energy mix by 2030, as targeted by the EU renewable energy directive. Also assuming 76% of total European market volume for steel long products in 2023 is suitable for conversion, with no production limits or constraints from Kanthal®. Estimated savings potential are based on a proven case from Ovako.
All emissions calculations presented are limited to Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and selected upstream scope 3 emissions where applicable. These calculations focus on direct emissions from combustion and indirect emissions from electricity consumption. Scope 3 emissions—including upstream fuel production, transmission losses, and lifecycle impacts from manufacturing, maintenance, and disposal—are generally excluded, except in specific cases where upstream material production is explicitly accounted for. For full calculations and sources, please contact us.