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Kanthal and Danieli will supply a pilot-scale electric process gas heater for installation at Emsteel’s Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plant in Abu Dhabi, UAE, to electrify a part of their existing heating system. The heater, scheduled for delivery in Q1 2026, is based on Prothal® DH technology and will be the first electric process gas heater for DRI that Kanthal supplies for commercial use. environment friendly Emsteel plant The Emsteel plant produces quality long products – heavy sections, bars and wire rods – and features an Energiron DRI plant. Now the company will take another step towards making this low-emission plant even more environmentally friendly by installing a 1MW-size electric process gas heater, supplied by Kanthal and Danieli. Prothal® DH has been developed and tested by Kanthal and is now being prepared for commercialization Prothal® DH has been developed and tested by Kanthal and is now being prepared for commercialization, together with the company’s strategic partner - Danieli. The technology has the potential to completely remove the CO2 emissions from the heating process while enhancing energy efficiency. Industrial Decarbonization "We’re pleased to see the technology that we have developed now being implemented in an end-user production setting. To enable industrial decarbonization, electric preheating of gas will become a significantly important application in the next few years, and we are getting ready to meet that demand," says Simon Lile, President Business Unit Heating Systems at Kanthal. Kanthal and Danieli sign strategic partnership deal In 2024, Kanthal and Danieli signed a strategic partnership agreement to develop and industrialize full-scale electric process gas heaters for DRI and other ironmaking applications. The heating solution is being developed for hydrogen, natural gas and combinations, thereby enabling retrofitting of existing DRI plants. By installing this technology in Energiron hydrogen-ready DRI plants, fully emission-free DRI production can be achieved. Even for natural gas based DRI plants, a more than 30% reduction of CO2 emissions will be achieved when electrifying the heating system.

Kanthal, a world major in electric industrial heating technology and resistance materials, announces the release of an updated edition of its Handbook for Resistance Heating Alloys for Appliances and Industrial Furnaces. While the content is digitally available on the company’s website, Kanthal has also introduced a limited-edition coffee table book, combining technical depth with powerful visuals reflecting the company’s journey and innovations. Kanthal Handbook The Kanthal Handbook has long served as a trusted resource for engineers, technicians, and industrial professionals First published in the 1940s, the Kanthal Handbook has long served as a trusted resource for engineers, technicians, and industrial professionals. It provided the technical foundation for designing and maintaining Kanthal heating elements, becoming a cornerstone of the company’s global success. The handbook began as a printed catalog and expanded into multiple languages as Kanthal’s business grew globally. Over the years, it has evolved to reflect advances in materials, technologies, and applications, while focusing on delivering accurate and practical knowledge. Updated handbook supports the transition to electrification The updated handbook continues this tradition, providing detailed information on resistance heating alloys, chemical resistance data, surface load recommendations, and design tools to meet the needs of today’s industries. It supports the transition to electrification and aligns with the global shift toward more sustainable industrial solutions. Marcus Andersson, Sales Director Business Unit Heating Materials at Kanthal, said, “This handbook is a living document, constantly evolving and built on decades of practical experience, reflecting the challenges and opportunities our customers face every day.” He adds, “This latest edition provides a deeper understanding of resistance materials, helping engineers and industry professionals make informed decisions. We aim to ensure it remains a relevant and valuable resource supporting the shift toward more sustainable and electrified solutions.” Kanthal unveils limited-edition coffee table book To commemorate the handbook’s impact and rich history, Kanthal has released a limited-edition coffee table book that blends technical expertise with stunning imagery. The book offers a unique perspective on Kanthal’s contribution to industrial heating and electrification. It serves as a reference and a collector’s item, celebrating nearly a century of knowledge, innovation, and global success.

Kanthal, a global pioneer in industrial heating technology, has won the prestigious industry award ‘E-prize’ in the category of energy optimization for its technology that helps companies and industries transform to fossil-free production.  Organized by Sweden's largest business newspaper, Dagens Industri, and the newspaper - Aktuell Hållbarhet, together with the energy group - E.ON, the prize is awarded to the sharpest innovations for the 16th year in a row. a modern and innovative approach The jury's motivation read: With a 90-year-old invention combined with a modern and innovative approach, this year’s winner is paving the way for a fossil-free industry through the electrification of high-temperature processes. Natural gas is replaced with efficient electric heating in industrial applications, enabling fossil-free production processes that improve both the environment and working conditions. The company is a global pioneer and a key player in sustainable industrial electrification, contributing to the production of fossil-free steel and the sustainable manufacturing of solar cells and batteries. electrification "We are very proud that the jury chose us and our technology for this prize. With our technology, industries around the world such as steel, battery, semiconductor, and glass can use electricity instead of fossil fuels for their industrial heating processes, which can contribute to major emission savings in the global industry," says Robert Ståhl, President of Kanthal. He adds, "The technology has a 100-year legacy of innovative development and is more relevant than ever. There is a large potential and more and more industries are making use of it." fossil-free electricity "The greatest opportunities of the energy transition are still ahead of us. It is necessary to level up in both temperature and scale and find completely new solutions for industries such as steel and cement," says Nicolai Schaaf, Sustainability Manager at Kanthal. He adds, "In addition, our products themselves have become a huge lever for this transition: Not only do they reduce the emissions of the customers – they also contribute to the expansion and improved management of fossil-free electricity." increase efficiency and reduce CO2 Kanthal's products enable the electrification of various industrial processes that require high temperatures Kanthal's products enable the electrification of various industrial processes that require high temperatures. By replacing fossil fuels with electricity, companies can increase efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions or eliminate them if fossil-free electricity is used. The technology has its roots in a 93-year-old innovation, but with the world's focus on climate change and the need to phase out fossil fuels the solutions can now reach their full potential. heating solutions Industrial heating processes are found in all manufacturing industries such as steel, aluminum, glass, and cement and today are mostly powered by burning fossil fuels. These processes are invisible to the consumers but account for around 10% of the world's total CO2 emissions and 75% of Europe's industrial CO2 emissions. In addition to reducing emissions in various industries, Kanthal's heating solutions are also crucial components in the manufacture of advanced solar cells, semiconductors, and batteries.