Electric Arc Furnace Slag
Electric Arc Furnace slag (EAF slag) can substitute natural aggregates in asphalt and concrete mixes.
It is a by-product that has been used for decades in Europe, USA and Japan in construction due to its unique physical and mechanical properties.
EBM Qatar (EBMQ) specializes in optimizing the use of EAF slag offering complete services which include the following:
Processing of EAF slag
Quality Control
Handling
Marketing
Sales
Benefits & Properties of EAF slag
Reduced elongation and flakiness
Improved durability
Interlocking particle shape
High resistance to abrasion and impact
High load bearing capacity
EAF slag & the Environment
Saving of natural resources through EAF slag recycling
Reduced energy consump3on
Reduced maintenance and refurbishment
Lower CO2 emissions
EBMQ process of EAF slag
EBMQ manages the slag prodution, providing its clients with an engineered product for use in construction.
Technical Description
EBMQ produces four sizes of graded EAF slag. EBMQ’s products can be delivered raw or blended with natural aggregates according to each clients’ needs. 0-5mm, 5-10 mm, 10-20mm, 20-28mm
EBMQ continually tests and pursues certification of its products according to the following local and international standards: QCS 2010, EN 12620, EN 13043, STUK GUIDE ST 12.2
Advantages of asphalt with EAF slag
Strength and Durability (High stability, Indirect tensile strength, High ability to retain the binder)
Increased skid resistance
Improved resistance to rujng
Advantages of concrete with EAF slag
Increased compressive strength
Used for high dense concrete
Higher abrasion resistance